Trail Running calendar near Morpeth 2026-2027

Join this inclusive time challenge along the River Wear in Durham. Choose your own distance over multiple laps and enjoy a supportive trail run featuring a two minute silence and themed medals.

Experience a scenic trail run through 1,000 acres of tranquil forest and historic estate grounds at Slaley Hall. Choose between a 10km or half marathon course featuring live chip-timing and post-race refreshments.

Join the Saltergate Gallows fell race on Sun 15 Nov 2026 from Levisham Village Hall in the North York Moors. Tackle a rugged 10 mile course with 454 m of climb and enjoy entry on the day plus winter series camaraderie.

A multi-terrain ultra around the Tweed Valley based at Glentress Peel Visitor Centre in mid-November. Two route options, 65 km and 50 km, follow forest trails, riverside paths and open moorland with marked routes and aid stations.

Experience a traditional fell race through the landscapes of Littondale and the Yorkshire Dales. This event features a 5 km senior route and multiple distance options for junior runners starting from age six.

Experience a traditional fell race near Wythop Mill featuring a 5.9 km senior route and dedicated junior courses for all ages.

Experience off road trail runs through the Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill. With 10km and 5km routes plus a festive 1.2km fun run, participants enjoy marked courses and post race refreshments.

Experience a winter trail run through the vast woodlands of Dalby Forest on the edge of the North York Moors. Choose between 10km, half marathon, or full marathon distances on scenic forest fire roads.

Join the Really Wild Boar, a classic fell race in the York Dales on Saturday 5 December 2026. Tackle 9 km with 450 m of climb, enjoy hearty post race soup and a roll at the Fat Lamb Inn and soak up wild moorland views.

Experience England's loneliest ultra with a 55 mile winter run through the Cheviot Hills. This self sufficient challenge features GPS tracking and a 24 hour time limit for experienced runners.

A 20 km fell race on Gisborough Moors in the North York Moors on Sun 6 Dec 2026, with 850 m of climb. Entry is available by pre-entry and on the day; teams are allowed and the race forms part of the North East Fell Running Champs.

Join a festive trail run along the River Wear in Durham with 2.5km and 5km options. Enjoy cathedral views, holiday themed medals, and a fully stocked aid station at this inclusive family event.

Take on the Simonside Cairns fell race in Rothbury, Northumberland, a rugged 11 mile route over moorland and cairns that rewards grit and scenery. Entry on the day from Jubilee Hall is £10 and teams of three are welcome.

Take part in a flexible 7 hour time challenge along the scenic River Wear in Durham. Run as many trail laps as you choose to earn a themed medal, goody bag, and a seasonal bobble hat.

Join this flexible seven hour time challenge along the River Wear in Durham. Run or walk any distance from 3km to an ultra marathon to earn a themed medal and a bobble hat.

Experience a festive out and back fell race in the dark climbing 370m to the summit of Chapelfell Top. This 6.6km pathless challenge requires navigation skills and extensive fell racing experience.

The NAV4 Tour de Helvellyn is an unmarked 38 mile winter mountain ultramarathon around the Lake District. This self reliant event requires advanced navigation skills and experience in tough mountain conditions.

Join the Chopwell Woods Christmas Trail Races on 20 December 2026 for festive trail fun across a Santa Mile, 4 Mile and 8 Mile routes suitable for kids and adults. Enjoy seasonal scenery and family friendly racing with entries open now.

Take on a scenic 8.8 km fell race from Guisborough Rugby Club through the North York Moors, with 376 m of climb to test your legs. Junior races and team categories make it a festive late December outing with on the day entries and post race..

Start the new year with an undulating 7 km trail run through the scenic landscape of Brampton. This off road race features mixed terrain and concludes with a bespoke medal for all finishers.