Rothbury
Trail Running Calendar near Rothbury 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Rothbury for 2026-2027! We've gathered 56 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
An almost entirely offroad marathon around Kielder Water with a weekend of events including a half, 10K, gravel duathlon and junior races.
Social trail runs of 5 km and 10 km around the Derwent Valley with post-run coffee at Pedalling Squares Cafe; free parking at Swalwell Bank and no dogs allowed.
A trail half marathon from Housesteads Roman Fort to Tyne Green Country Park, featuring live chip timing, shuttle transport and support for Heel & Toe Children’s Charity.
An all-women day at Mounthooly Bunkhouse combining talks, kit review and a community run of about three hours on the Cheviot tops, with kit loans available.
A 38 mile trail ultra in Jedburgh on 24 October 2026 with a relay option, run alongside the Jedburgh Running Festival and welcoming LGBTIQ and nonbinary runners.
Trail Outlaws stages Dark Skies Run @ Wooler in Northumberland with fully marked trails, stocked check points and options for a Trail 10k or a Half Marathon. Entry fees shown range from £25 to £36.
Test your limits at Newcastle Town Moor in a classic backyard ultra where participants run 4.167 mile laps every hour until only one winner remains.
November 2026
Park races at Rising Sun Country Park in Newcastle offering 5k, 10k and half marathon options with chip timing, marshals, hydration and goody bags.
Trail marathon and half marathon around Wooler in Northumberland National Park with marked routes, checkpoints, mandatory kit requirements and prizes by age category.
A seven-mile trail race through the Gibside National Trust estate on 15 November 2026, passing historic landmarks. The event includes water stations, distance markers, baggage storage and live chip timing.
December 2026
A winter 55 mile ultra around the Cheviot hills from Ingram Village Hall, licensed by the Trail Running Association, with GPS trackers and a 24 hour time limit.
Take on the Simonside Cairns fell race in Rothbury, Northumberland, a rugged 11 mile route over moorland and cairns that rewards grit and scenery. Entry on the day from Jubilee Hall is £10 and teams of three are welcome.
A flat two lap trail race of 5 kilometres in Ashington Community Woods with goody bags, prizes and local charity support.
Experience a festive trail run at Barn on the Bay with the Trail Blazer Tinsel Dash featuring a 10k race and a family run in Morpeth.
January 2027
Five and ten mile trail runs at Gibside National Trust with live chip timing, canicross friendly options, on site parking, and finishers receiving a medal and snack.
An out-and-back winter trail from Ingram Cafe to the summit of Hedgehope and back, roughly a half marathon over variable terrain. The route is marked, a safety team is present, and finishers receive a souvenir mug and hot soup.