Trail Running calendar near Morpeth 2026-2027

Experience a hilly multi terrain half marathon through the beautiful woodland trails of Hamsterley Forest. Enjoy a traffic free course with chip timing and scenic views across the Durham Dales.

Experience a unique hybrid fitness challenge at Cockshott Point with solo events and weighted ruck runs along the scenic trails of Lake Windermere. Enjoy live chip timing and a lakefront course in the heart of the Lake District.

Experience a unique beginners fell race featuring a social guided lap followed by a competitive 3.5km loop on the historic Cockfield Fell. Open to all runners aged 14 and over with no prior experience required.

Experience a unique midweek evening trail run through the historic 600 acre Gibside Estate featuring woodland paths and grand 18th century architecture. Choose from 5km or 10km chip timed routes with Canicross friendly options available.

Tackle the Lords Seat Fell race at Whinlatter Visitor Centre, an 8 km route with 430 m of climb across scenic, rugged fells. Entry on the day only £7 cash, with junior races and a start from the visitor centre car park.

Test your endurance at the official UK Athletics uphill trials in Keswick. This challenging mountain race on Skiddaw serves as the selection event for the European Off-Road Running Championships.

The Pennine Barrier Ultra 50 is a classic 50-mile trail race traversing the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The route summits the famous Yorkshire Three Peaks and follows iconic trails like the Pennine Way. With a strict 18-hour cutoff, it's..

Experience a 36 mile ultra distance event through the stunning Esk Walk Valley with 4487 feet of elevation. This circular route starts and finishes in Glaisdale and is open to both runners and walkers.

A classic Lakeland fell race covering 14 km and over 1000 meters of ascent across three major summits. This traditional event supports local mountain rescue and requires map and compass navigation skills.

Experience a traditional fell race in the scenic Lake District with the Storth Stampede. This event features a nine kilometer senior course and dedicated junior races for younger athletes looking to test their skills on the hills.

Classic fell race through the North York Moors on Sunday 3 May 2026, 15 km with about 605 m of climb from Fryup Gill near Whitby. Entry on the day makes it ideal for spontaneous runners and teams seeking a rugged challenge.

Join this prestigious mountain race in Sedbergh featuring challenging up and down trial courses. Compete for county honors or national selection on marked fell routes reaching 980 meters of elevation gain.

Experience an undulating 6.5 mile trail race through Brierley and Thorpe Woods in Wynyard. This scenic event features a mix of farm tracks and woodland paths for runners aged 16 and over.

Join a guided 22 mile group trail run through the wooded valleys and sweeping moorlands of the North York Moors. This social adventure starts in Pickering and offers a supportive environment for small groups of up to six runners.

Experience a 10 km multi terrain trail run through the private roads and tracks of Hulne Park in Alnwick. This scenic event offers team prizes and post race refreshments on the historic Northumberland estate.

Experience a unique urban trail through Carlisle on a 10 km course featuring the local cathedral and castle. Runners navigate a mix of roads and off road tracks through scenic city parks.

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.

Experience a timed canicross event in the scenic Dodd Wood with 5 km and 8 km course options. Run with up to two dogs or solo on a fully marked trail route overlooking Bassenthwaite Lake.

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.