Trail Running calendar near Newton Aycliffe 2026-2027

Scenic trail races around Coniston Water with marathon, half marathon and 10k options, marked courses, feed stations and an event village with live music and local food.

A multi terrain 11 kilometre trail run around Kirkby Malzeard near Ripon on 7 June 2026, part of the local family fete. The undulating single lap is waymarked, fully marshaled and includes five water crossings and a handmade village pottery..

The Edenfield Fell Race is a 10.2 km BM category event with 396m of climb, starting from the Edenfield Cricket Club. Entry is on the day only. Limited parking is available, so carpooling is encouraged.

MacTuffX Leeds is an interval based running event featuring solo and team formats. Participants alternate between repeated 400 meter or 800 meter segments in a high intensity environment designed for adults.

Tackle the Coppice fell race in Accrington on Tue 9 Jun 2026, a spirited 6.6 km course with 310 m of climb starting from the Whitakers Arms. Day entry only means it is ideal for last minute plans and teams are welcome.

Two circular off-road races around Kirkby Fleetham on 9 June 2026, with 5 km and 10 km courses that are mostly flat and fully waymarked. Entries run from 6 March to 7 June; fees are £10 and £15 and both races are open to ages 16 and above.

Evening 5km and 10km trail runs at Wentworth Castle Gardens on 10 June 2026, with routes through parkland, woodlands and past historic landmarks. One controlled dog per runner is allowed and live chip-timing is provided.

A relaxed 10 km evening stroll from Basecamp in Kirkby Stephen to Birket Fell, featuring a fell top tasting by the Berry, Grape and Grain and a fully marshalled, flagged route with guided warmup and local hosts.

A Lake District trail race in Pooley Bridge on 13 June 2026 offering 10 km and half marathon routes, live chip timing, on site parking and finishers' medals. The event supports Patterdale Mountain Rescue.

An out-and-back trail from Otley to Pateley Bridge on the Six Dales Trail with three distances from half marathon to 32 miles. The route passes reservoir scenery, uses trackers, and requires mandatory kit and checkpoint visits.

A short fell race from Beckside Farm near Ulverston that climbs to the top of Flan Fell. The route is about 1.85 miles with 540 feet of climb and includes youth and senior age categories.

The Gelt Gladiator will take place in Lanercost on Saturday 13 June 2026.

A timed, multi-leg ultra from Kielder Castle where solo runners or Ekiden teams cover five radial routes totalling 170 miles within 36 hours, with the North leg to Carter Bar required as the finale and self navigation required.

A self-navigated fell run and challenge walk in Swaledale on 13 June 2026. The 24 mile course has a ten hour time limit, minimum age 14 and no dogs are allowed.

A **20 km** fell event near Kirkby Stephen with 730 m of ascent, passing High Pike and the Nine Standards. The mass start welcomes walkers and runners, and the course is waymarked with checkpoints.

A two-day trail running weekend in Grizedale Forest with an 8 hour relay and a 22 km race, plus camping, food stalls and talks. Minimum age 16; weekend and day ticket options with concessions for under 18s.

A muddy 5k obstacle course at Thornes Park on 13 June 2026 that raises funds for Cancer Research UK. The uneven, mixed-surface route includes obstacles and hills; participants must be 13 or older and a minimum fundraising target applies.

A 5K colour run in Silsden, West Yorkshire raising funds for Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice. The undulating three lap, cross country route features seven paint stations, obstacles, a paint bag for each entrant and a finishers medal.

A lapped trail event near Roche Abbey staged by Its Grim Up North Running. Loop options range from 6.7 miles to a marathon, with mixed surfaces, feed stations and a post race medal plus pub food.

Trail races from Chop Gate with three distances : Marathon (28), Half 16.5 and 10k 9.5. Entries limited to 330, mandatory safety kit is required and competitors must print route maps and navigate themselves.