Rothbury
Trail Running Calendar near Rothbury 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Rothbury for 2026-2027! We've gathered 57 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
A women only gathering at Mounthooly Bunkhouse with morning talks, kit review and a community run across the Cheviots lasting about three hours.
A 38 mile trail ultramarathon in Jedburgh with a relay option, scheduled for 24 October 2026, run with stated LGBTQ+ and nonbinary inclusive policies.
A night 10 km trail run from Wooler Hostel around Humbleton Hillfort with marked checkpoints, mandatory kit requirements and a three hour cut off.
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
Chip timed 5k, 10k and half marathon at Rising Sun Country Park in Newcastle with medals, hydration stations and course marshals.
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.
Social 5 km and 10 km trail runs around the Derwent Valley from Pedalling Squares in Swalwell, with coffee afterward, free parking at Swalwell Bank, no dogs allowed.
December 2026
A winter ultra of about 55 miles around the Cheviot hills from Ingram, Northumberland, with GPS tracking, camping options 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
Trail runs of 5 and 10 miles at Gibside National Trust with live chip timing, canicross welcome, free parking and finishers' medal plus refreshment.
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.
A 10 km trail run in Ashington on 10 January 2027, featuring woodland, lakeside and grassland paths through Ashington Community Woods and QEII Country Park. The event is canicross friendly and includes chip timing and a finisher's medal.
Beach and trail routes at Druridge Bay Country Park with 5km, 10km and half marathon options, chip timing and finishers' medals.
February 2027
Experience a unique 10 mile nighttime trail run through the fabled Simonside Hills of Northumberland. Navigate rocky trails and steep climbs under the stars in this atmospheric winter event.