Trail Running calendar near Newcastle upon Tyne 2026-2027

Set your own distance goal in this flexible 7-hour time challenge along Durham's River Wear. The flat, scenic trail offers views of the cathedral. Every finisher gets a medal, snacks, and a goody bag.

A forest marathon in Glentress Forest near Peebles, run over two 21k circuits with marked trails, notable ascent and on-course hydration points. Facilities include a visitor centre cafe, changing and showers.

Run through the stunning Glentress Forest in the Scottish Borders. Choose from a technical 21k half marathon, a challenging 10k, or a beginner-friendly 5k gravel run. The courses feature forest singletrack, mountain bike trails, and panoram..

Join Saturn Running's Smurf Run along Durham's River Wear. This seven-hour time challenge lets you choose your distance from 3km to an ultra marathon. Everyone receives a themed medal, with distance pins for longer runs, snacks along the co..

Join the Glentress February Trail Races on 15 February 2026 for woodland singletrack, gravel and moorland routes from a new 5 km up to a testing 42 km. Fully marked courses and stunning views make this a must for trail runners of all levels..

The Helm Hill Winter League Sedbergh School will take place in Sedbergh on Sunday 15 February 2026. You can run between 5 and 7 kilometers.

Coastal trail running in Bamburgh on 21 February 2026 with 10K, half, marathon and ultra distances on a linear course; the event counts toward the Endurancelife Season Leaderboard.

Choose a 25-mile or 12-mile route through the Yorkshire Dales, open to walkers and runners. It starts from Cracoe Village Hall and includes checkpoints with refreshments. The event must be completed within 10 hours.

Winter trail runs at Derwent Reservoir offer 5 mile and 10 mile routes around the reservoir. The 5 mile allows canicross with one controlled dog, while the 10 mile follows closed roads and firm trails with live chip timing and a 2.5 hour cu..

SilverBackTrails Wade’s Revenge is a trail running half marathon. The event takes place on Sunday, 22nd February 2026, in the North York Moors National Park. It starts and finishes at Levisham Village Hall, Main Street, Levisham.The route i..

A winter league fell race at Birkrigg Common in Ulverston featuring a 5 km course with 170 m climb. The route is fully flagged and covered by an FRA permit; entries are available in advance or on the day and specific kit is required.

This inaugural night run at Whinlatter Forest features chip-timed 5km and 10km courses on mixed trails. Starting at 6pm with individual starts, it welcomes runners with or without dogs and requires a head torch.

The High Cup Nick Fell Race is a classic 9-mile community event in Dufton. The route offers a significant 1,712-foot climb and descent, with the village hall as its base. All proceeds support the local hall.

Run a 10 km night-time trail race by headtorch light. The route goes up, over, and around the iconic Northumberlandia landform. All finishers receive a bespoke medal.

A classic, challenging fell race on Ilkley Moor, organized since 1990. This 8 km AS category course features steep, rocky terrain and requires full kit. Junior races add to the event day.

A chip timed 10 kilometre multi terrain race in Ripon with a separate 1 kilometre fun run for all ages. Entry fees vary for affiliated and unaffiliated runners and places are limited.

Join the Saint Michael's Harrogate event with 10K and 5K trail runs on laps. Your participation supports the local hospice. Facilities include water stations and baggage storage, with entries capped at 1000 runners.

Take on the Eskdale Eureka fell race on Sun 1 Mar 2026 in the North York Moors, based at Castleton Cricket Club, a challenging 14.3 km course with about 470 m of climb across classic moorland. Entry on the day, with proceeds supporting Clev..

A 50 km ultra marathon on 7 March 2026 along the John Muir Way in East Lothian with a 2x25 km team relay option. The route starts at Port Seton Promenade, finishes at Foxlake Adventures in Dunbar and passes coastal and rural trails.

Night trail races at Kielder, Grassholme and Derwent set in designated dark sky areas, with distances from 10K to 26.6 miles and a double option. The events note friendly volunteers and lively atmosphere alongside occasional signage and rou..