Trail Running calendar near Middlesbrough 2026-2027

A three race series of 5 km canal towpath runs in Methley, Leeds that raises funds for the Jane Tomlinson Appeal. The final meeting includes a 1.5 mile fun run with a school competition and medals for all.

A multi terrain trail run of about 10 km in Hulne Park, Alnwick on 5 May 2026. Entry fees differ for affiliated and non affiliated runners and prizes are awarded to individual and team winners.

A 10 km urban trail around Carlisle city centre and riverside parks with on-road and off-road sections; entries are limited to 300 and entrants must be at least 15 years old.

Tackle a classic Lake District fell race from Dockray to Hartside on Wed 6 May 2026, covering 10 km with a stiff 800 m of climb. Entry on the day is £5 with parking at the quarry car park. Expect a tough scenic course and friendly vibes.

Take on the Cautley Horseshoe fell race near Sedbergh on 6 May 2026, a short but brutal 7.5 km with 805 m of ascent and spectacular upland views. Entry on the day is £5 and the Cross Keys Inn will be open for post race food and drink.

Kirkstall Rock up n' Run is a pop up summer series event in Leeds offering 5k and 10k races. Entries can be paid online or on the day, and the event includes hot food, a jumble medal and a drink for runners.

A midweek fell race around Scorton and Nicky Nook near Garstang on 7 May 2026. The BS course covers 5 miles (8 km) and 1000 ft of ascent; entry is limited to 140 and includes free soup and a roll for all runners.

A BM-category fell race in Ilkley on 7 May 2026, covering 11.2 km with 335 m of climb. On-the-day entry is available for £5 and the race holds UK Athletics insurance through the FRA.

Pinhaw is an 8 km fell race on 8 May 2026 near Earby in the South/West Pennines, climbing about 213 m. Entry is available both in advance and on the day with modest fees.

A fully way marked 47 mile trail around Lake Windermere, open to runners and walkers with 24 hours to complete. The route has GPS support, five aid stations, a halfway bag drop, a finishers meal and a locally sourced medal.

Canicross at Dodd Wood on 9 May 2026 with two marked, chip timed loops and views over Bassenthwaite Lake. Choose an 8K route with 370 m ascent or a 5K route with 210 m ascent; two dogs per runner are allowed on wide sections.

A Colne Valley challenge walk on 9 May 2026 from Marsden Parochial Hall offering 18, 23 and a full marathon 26.2 mile circular routes with mapped tracks, checkpoint support and limited entries.

Navigate through 19 miles of trails and 3000 feet of ascent to reach five local trig points. This self navigated event around Saddleworth includes sections of the Pennine Way and is open to both runners and walkers.

An unmarked 19 mile point to point route around five trig points in the South Pennines with 3000 feet of ascent. Navigation skills are required and food and drink are provided at roadside checkpoints.

A 14 mile AL-category fell race from Downham across seven of Pendle’s cloughs, with 4100 ft of ascent, mandatory FRA kit checks and checkpoint cut-offs on rough, trackless moorland.

Experience a classic 14.5 km fell race starting and finishing at Rydal Hall in Ambleside. This clockwise horseshoe route features over 900 meters of elevation across the scenic Lakeland fells.

A trail event at Sutton Bank on 10 May 2026 offering three self-navigated distances with downloadable maps, mandatory safety kit, ascent and time limits, limited to 250 runners; entry fees vary by distance.

Final event of Lakeland Paws Season 4 at Whinlatter with fully marked forest and trail courses. Two options, an 8K summit loop and a 5K shorter route, chip timed and with harnesses available for dogs.

A fell running event in the North York Moors on 10 May 2026 covering 18.2 km with 950 m of ascent. Entry is on the day for cash only and teams of three are allowed.

A countryside trail run in Scorton on Sunday 10 May 2026 offering 15 km and 10 km routes through rolling trails and woodlands. Chip timing, aid stations, medical cover and finisher medal with technical t-shirt are provided.