Trail Running calendar near Powburn 2026-2027

A beginners fell race at Cockfield Fell on 28 April 2026, run as a social 3.5 km lap followed by a 3.5 km competitive lap for a 7 km off road route. Open to entrants aged 14 and over with entry fees for FRA members and non members.

Evening trail runs at Gibside National Trust on 29 April 2026 across historic woodland and designed landscape. Distances of 5 km and 10 km, live chip timing, canicross friendly, on-site parking and finishers' medals.

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.

Uphill trial races from Fitz Park to Skiddaw with marked courses for Senior and U20 athletes, mandatory mountain safety kit and pre entry only registration.

A UTMB Index 100K ultra on 2 May 2026 following historic pilgrim routes across Fife from North Queensferry to St Andrews. The 90K course has about 1,200 m ascent, a 15 hour limit, and included kit and services for entrants.

An outdoor obstacle course in Fife on 2 May 2026 offering 5 km and 10 km options for adults, with supervised teenagers allowed; entry includes a Tec T shirt and finishers medal, plus free parking and event photos.

An adult obstacle course at Knockhill Racing Circuit offering 5 km and 10 km routes across hilly, muddy and wet terrain. Registration is online only and a signed waiver and wristband are required for participation and to receive a medal.

The British Inter Counties senior mountain race takes place in Sedbergh on 3 May and includes the Senior trial for the European Off Road Championships. Junior Inter Counties hill and fell races are held at Edale on 14 June within the FRA ju..

Test your limits at Saughton with a combination of functional exercises and interval running. Choose from Solo, Doubles, or Relay formats with Classic or Double distances to suit your fitness level.

A 6.5 mile undulating trail race around Brierley and Thorpe Woods near Wynyard, organised by Billingham Running Club and run under Trail Running Association and UK Athletics rules.

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 through central Carlisle on 06 May 2026 that passes Carlisle Cathedral, Millennium Bridge and Carlisle Castle. Entry is limited to 300 runners aged 15 and over with overall and age group prizes.

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.

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.

Join the Saltire Trail Races in Athelstaneford on Saturday 9 May 2026 for scenic 2 km, 5 km and 10 km farm trails at Kilduff Farm. Family friendly fun and village fair treats raise funds for Athelstaneford Primary School.

A coastal marathon on 9 May 2026 covering 26.2 Miles from Lower Burnmouth to Lindisfarne via Berwick, beaches and the Pilgrims causeway. The event requires running only, includes a causeway cut off at 19 miles and a six hour limit.

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 10 km trail race in Chopwell Woods with an unconventional staggered start where runners choose when to begin and the clock runs continuously. Entrants must be 16 or older and entries are handled through SiEntries.