Trail Running calendar near Rothbury 2025-2026

Tackle the classic Sale Fell Race on 22 November 2025, a brisk 3.7 mile fell run with about 900 feet of climb across marked paths to a marshalled summit. Pre entry for seniors, junior races on the day, friendly prizes and tough terrain.

Experience the Kendal Skyline Ultra 50 km route with 900 m ascent through limestone escarpments, castles and river trails, finishing at Kendal Mountain Festival Basecamp. The 2025 edition is sold out.

Join the adidas TERREX Kendal Trail Run in Kendal on 22 November 2025 for a scenic 10 km with 250 m of climbing, cobbled descents and sweeping views over Morecambe Bay. This community focused not for profit event supports Kendal Mountain Re..

Enjoy scenic off road trails around the Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill with one lap 5 km and 10 km courses. Join a festive 1.2 km fun run where kids get elf hats and proceeds benefit local charities.

The Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Trail Runs (10km and 5km) plus a 1.2km Festive Fun Run take place at Hermitage of Braid House in Edinburgh. The 1‑lap, mixed‑terrain courses traverse the Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill nature..

Enjoy an autumn 5k trail at Kiplin Hall, winding through gardens, woods and grassland on a compact, spectator friendly course. Warm up with a hot drink and spiced flapjack at the finish.

The Drop Kendal drops solo runners or teams at an unknown location blindfolded and challenges them to find their way back to base in Kendal. Choose 10 or 15 mile routes for a map free test of navigation and stamina.

Take on a tough winter ultra through the wild Cheviot hills on a roughly 55 mile loop that challenges experienced runners with changeable conditions and a 24 hour cutoff. All finishers receive a GPS tracker, t shirt and medal.

Take on the Really Wild Boar fell race on Sat 6 Dec 2025 in the York Dales, a 9 km challenge with 450 m of climb through classic fell terrain. On the day entry is £10 and includes soup and a roll. Register at the Fat Lamb Country Inn.

Join the WILD DEER running session at Land of Oak & Iron on 7 December 2025 for a 75 minute coached workout suitable for all abilities. Expect interval work, hill efforts and varied running over 5 to 7 miles with a friendly group vibe.

Join the Nuts Christmas Trail Race on 7 December 2025 in Balbirnie Park for a lively 4 to 5 mile woodland run with mud, water crossings and gentle climbs. Limited to 140 entrants, every finisher earns a bespoke race memento and top runners..

Take on the 14th Harmeny AC 7R Multi Terrain half marathon around seven reservoirs near Balerno on 7 December 2025. Varied trails, boggy sections and sweeping reservoir views make for a tough but scenic off road challenge.

Run to the Rising Sun is a 10 km traffic free trail through Rising Sun Country Park, featuring woodland climbs and a mainly downhill finish. Eco friendly event with a memento and a well marked, marshalled course.

Join the SATURN A Christmas Carol Bobble Hat Run North, a friendly 7 hour timed challenge on a flat trail beside the River Wear with beautiful Durham Cathedral views. Bobble hat entries are sold out but entries from Nov 6 include a running..

Join the festive Fell Em Doon 5 km in Ashington on 14 December 2025, a flat traffic free two lap trail ideal for a brisk winter run. Enjoy a well marshalled course, on site first aid and a warm finishers pack with a mug and medal.

Explore Coatham Woods near Eaglescliffe in CLOK's regional orienteering event at Birk Brow and Skelton Warren on Sunday 14 Dec. Routes from beginner white to challenging brown suit all abilities, dogs welcome and limited entries on the day.

Celebrate the season with a festive 7 hour time challenge along the River Wear, enjoying scenic cathedral views as you choose how far to run or walk. Finish at least 5 km to claim a themed medal and a running buff.

Tackle the classic Simonside Cairns fell race near Rothbury on Sun 14 Dec 2025: 11 miles with 540 m of ascent and counting toward the North East Fell Running Championships. Entry on the day £10 includes soup and a roll; teams welcome.

Challenge yourself in Silent Night, a night fell race to Chapelfell Top above St John’s Chapel. The 6.6 km out and back gains 370 m on rough pathless terrain and demands navigation skills, strict kit and prior fell experience.

Celebrate the season at Chopwell Woods on 21 December 2025 with festive trail routes for family 1 mile, 4 mile and 8 mile runners through atmospheric woodland. Finishers get medals and mince pies and canicross is welcome.