Trail Running calendar near Kirkharle 2025-2026

Join Wild Deer Events for a summer trail run in Chopwell Woods with 5, 10 or 15 mile options, Canicross friendly and set on scenic woodland trails. Finish with a medal and a burger and beer to celebrate.

Run the Kirkby Gala Fell Race, a scenic 3.45 mile off road climb up to the windmills in Kirkby in Furness. A BOFRA championship counter with categories from Under 9 to Seniors means runners of all ages can join the fun.

Celebrate the Alston Gala 50th anniversary with a classic fell race from Alston Playing Field up Park Fell and back on 27 June 2026. A brisk 6.2 km route with 211 m climb, with all entry fees donated to the local mountain rescue.

Soak up sea views on a scenic Northumbrian coastal trail from Barn at the Bay to Hemscott Hill Farm, billed as 10K but closer to 12K across gravel tracks and sandy dunes. Race, run or stroll then relax with live music, food, drinks and llam..

Beat The Bounds in Patterdale is an annual boundary route challenge around the Ullswater Valley offering routes from a family Minibeat to tough mountain courses. Soak up fell scenery while supporting the local school and church.

Summits of the North York Moors Ultra is a 120 mile loop across the moors, summiting 10 high peaks and about 16,000 ft of ascent. With a 35 hour limit and just 70 places, it is a scenic but brutal test of endurance.

DalesRunner 30 is a scenic 31.7 km trail loop from Muker on 4 July 2026, with almost 3,000 feet of ascent, moorland climbs and classic Dales views. Entry is limited to 200 runners aged 18 plus, so be prepared for rough underfoot sections an..

Take on Swinner Swagger, a scenic 15.5 km fell and trail run from Muker that winds through valleys, climbs to Swinner Gill and finishes along the River Swale. Expect rugged terrain, wild Dales views and a friendly village vibe.

Take on the classic 20 mile Chevy Chase across rugged Northumberland fells and the summit of Cheviot. This unmarked navigational fell race demands solid mountain kit and rewards with sweeping upland views.

Tackle the Wheelbirks Summer 10 km Trail in Stocksfield on 8 July 2026 for a scenic, challenging run through farmland, woods and river crossings. Expect technical climbs, eco friendly touches and a cheerful finish with a keepsake ECO medal..

Saint Cuthbert's Way Ultra The Saint Cuthbert's Way Ultra is organised by Trail Outlaws and is based at Wooler Youth Hostel, 30 Cheviot Street, Wooler, Northumberland, NE71 6LW. The event follows Saint Cuthbert's Way, a long-distance walkin..

The Lakeland Trails Ultra will take place in Ambleside on Saturday 11 July 2026. You can run between 14 and 100 kilometers.

Run the Eight Stations Ultra, a scenic 50K from Whitby to Pickering that follows the railway and visits eight stations. Partly self navigational and fully live tracked, runners have 13 hours to finish.

Take on the Swirral Grind 850, a pure uphill mountain race in Patterdale on 17 July 2026, climbing 850 m over 6 km to a summit trig point. Expect steep paths, a little scrambling and unforgettable UNESCO World Heritage scenery as part of th..

Rab Pinnacle Ridge Extreme is a brutal 28 km skyrun around Helvellyn with 2700 m of ascent featuring exposed ridgelines, scrambles and technical rock sections. Entry is strictly vetted so only experienced mountain runners should apply.

Take on the Rab Helvellyn Sky Ultra from Patterdale: 57 km with 3700 m ascent across Lake District ridges. Run anticlockwise over Striding Edge and Swirral Edge on a marked course with support and a wild seed bomb medal.

Discover a classic entry level 29 km sky race from Patterdale over St Sunday Crag, with 2050 m of ascent across scenic but technical Lake District fells. Fully supported with timing, a post race meal and a finishers wild flower seed medal.

Place Fell 15 is a 15km trail race with about 680 m ascent in the Lake District. Tackle technical paths and sweeping fell views, then enjoy a recycled paper mache wildflower seed bomb medal at the finish.

Tackle the sculpted landscape of Northumberlandia on a 10K trail through hills, forest tracks and fast stone paths, finishing with a bespoke medal. Bring the family for a free 1 mile kids loop with adult entry and enjoy an event village, pa..

Run the scenic trails at Aske Hall on 23 July 2026, choosing a 5 km or 10 km loop through pasture, woodland and farm tracks. Limited to 200 entries, this mostly flat yet potentially muddy course rewards trail shoes and great views.