Trail Running calendar near Powburn 2025-2026

Run Glentress on 15 February 2026 with 42 km, 21 km, 10 km or a new 5 km option across the scenic Tweed Valley forest. Expect flowing singletrack, panoramic climbs and fully marked routes that suit a range of abilities.

Endurancelife Northumberland at Bamburgh 21 Feb 2026 offers scenic sand dune and cliff trails from 10K to Ultra. Moderate terrain, season leaderboard points and solid race support suit both racers and sightseers.

Enjoy scenic winter trail running around Derwent Reservoir with 5 and 10 mile routes weaving through woodland, firm trails and grassy sections. The 5 mile is canicross friendly so bring one controlled dog for a shared adventure.

Light up Whinlatter Forest with a headtorch in the Lakeland Paws Whinlatter Tails Night Run, choosing 5k or 10k undulating trail routes. Dogs are welcome with up to two per runner and individual starts for a relaxed, chip timed night event.

Experience a night time 10K guided by head torches around the sculpted Northumberlandia and scenic countryside trails. Tackle rolling hills and varied paths, then relax in the event village and collect a bespoke finisher medal.

Take on INOV8 High Cup Nick in Dufton, a 15 km fell race with 460 m of climb across the wild North Pennines. Pre entry required and FRA kit is mandatory; village hall refreshments and free parking available.

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..

Take on the John Muir Way Ultra Marathon, a scenic 50 km coastal trail along East Lothian with a team relay for two. Follow coastal, rural and woodland paths from Port Seton to Foxlake Adventures in Dunbar.

Run under star filled skies with Trail Outlaws Dark Skies Run Series at UK dark sky venues like Kielder. Night trail races from 10K to 26.6 miles offer a friendly, highly rated atmosphere for adventurous runners.

Challenging trail ultra around Morland covering about 29 miles and 3,000 ft of climbing through Eden Valley and the edge of the Yorkshire Dales. Expect meadows, waterfalls, cairns and historic villages on largely off road, scenic terrain.

Run the Northumberland coast from Bamburgh Castle to Druridge Bay, passing dramatic coastal castles and wide sea views. Choose 54 km or the new 27 km and enjoy live timing, feed stations, a medal and a shirt at the finish.

Run a muddy, hilly 5k through Hamsterley Forest with natural obstacles and a fun, small field vibe. Open to runners and dogs, entries capped at 50 and finishers get medals and photos.

Take on the Carrock Fell Race in the Lake District on 8 March 2026, 9 km with 500 m climb over rugged terrain. Unmarked route demands map and compass skills and entry is on the day for a spur of the moment fell challenge.

Enjoy stunning Lakeland scenery while tackling the classic Causey Pike fell race, 4.5 miles with 543 m of climb over rough terrain. Pre entry via SiEntries is required, full FRA kit is mandatory and minimum age is 16.

Run through the historic Alnwick Castle grounds and scenic Hulne Park on 10 km or half marathon routes that start and finish outside the castle. All finishers receive a medal and snacks while entries support local youth development.

Take on a scenic 8 km trail with about 400 m of climb around Bulbys Wood, Ingram on Sun 15 Mar 2026. Entry is on the day only, £5, for runners aged 16 or over seeking a tough, rewarding hill challenge.

Tackle the scenic but demanding Hardmoors 55, a 55 mile ultramarathon across the North York Moors and Cleveland Way with sweeping views and big climbs. Solo or relay entries available, with checkpoints, compulsory kit and a 16 hour cutoff f..

Tackle the Pendulum on 22 March 2026 in Langleeford, an 11 mile trail up Hedgehope Hill and The Cheviot with 3,689 ft of climb. Timed and marshalled with a halfway water stop and finisher medal, this is a scenic but testing spring fell run.

Tackle the Fremington Frenzy on 28 March 2026 in Reeth for a challenging 11 km trail through dramatic North Yorkshire moorland, steep climbs and technical descents. Limited to 100 runners, with post race cakes and warm drinks.

Join the Daffodil Run & Walk on Saturday 28 March 2026, a scenic 13 mile out and back from Pooley Bridge to Hallin Fell. Suitable for walkers and runners, the route is signposted with drink stations and refreshments in Pooley Village Hall.