Trail Running calendar near Rothbury 2026-2027

Tackle the Tripsdale Trot on 29 August 2026 at the Bilsdale Show in Chop Gate. This 5.5 mile fell race through the North York Moors climbs 1437 ft and has a junior fun race alongside. Entry is on the day.

Choose your own distance along Durham's scenic River Wear in this 7-hour trail challenge. Run a few laps or go for a marathon, with medal and snacks waiting at the finish. A flat, signed course makes it accessible for all paces.

Navigate the exposed trails of the North York Moors in this self-guided trail run. Choose from a marathon, half marathon, or 10k, all starting from Guisborough. A strict compulsory kit list is required for safety on the high, open terrain.

Run your own distance challenge along the scenic River Wear in Durham. Choose from 3km to ultra marathon over a 7 hour window on a signed trail course. Every finisher gets a themed medal, goody bag, and full support at the aid station.

This guided recce covers the challenging first 12 miles of the Lakes in A Day route, from Caldbeck to Threlkeld. With experienced NAV4 tutors, you'll learn about navigation, gear, and strategy on the remote fells. Group size is limited to 1..

Take on the Barrow Keswick Show Fellrunner on Mon 31 Aug 2026 in the Lake District: a punchy 6.5 km four mile course with 425 m climb, starting in the show ring and finishing by the showfield. Entry on the day £10, ages 15 and up welcome.

The Muker Show Fell Race takes place on 2nd September 2026, featuring a 1.4-mile route with 550 feet of climb over river, edge, and fields. It's a BOFRA Senior Championship counter for runners in Under 12 to Senior age categories.

Explore the historic Kielder Forest on its centenary with this trail running event. Choose from five distances, from a 5k to a 52k ultra, on forest trails with steady inclines. The event includes finisher medals, aid stations, and nearby ca..

A 16 km Lake District fell race from Glenridding with 1525 m of climb, permit insured, pre entry only, and compulsory full kit for adult runners.

Kick off the Autumn Series with the Lakeland Trails in Keswick. Choose from 5K, 10K, or 15K trail runs starting in Fitz Park, with stunning views of Derwentwater. Enjoy a festival atmosphere with live music, local food, and a family-friendl..

A circular fell marathon in the Northern Fells, summiting five Wainwrights including Blencathra. With 26.4 miles and 5875 ft of ascent, it's an event for experienced runners and walkers, offering a 12-hour cutoff.

Join the Loweswater Show fell race on Sun 6 Sep 2026 in the Lake District for a short but testing challenge across rugged moorland. The 4.2 km route packs 305 m of climb, with on the day entry, team competition and junior races adding festi..

Tackle a classic Lake District fell run around Helvellyn and the Dodds, a rugged 18.5 km loop with 1450 m of climbing and stunning mountain views. Open to adults with pre entry or day entry for a proper fell challenge.

The Old Crown Round on 12 Sep 2026 is a tough 36 km Lake District fell race with 2200 m of climbing across pathless open fell, so navigation skills are essential. Pre entry via SiEntries is required and teams are welcome.

Take on the Fellrunner at Cronkley on 12 Sep 2026, a scenic 17.1 km fell race near Barnard Castle with 560 m ascent that tests stamina and navigation. Places are limited and entrants get a chip butty and hot drink at the Farmhouse Kitchen.

The Lap is a 72km ultra marathon around Lake Windermere. With 24 hours to complete the fully marked trail, it offers six support stations and is open to runners and walkers.

Take on the classic La Sportiva Lake District Mountain Trial, a navigational fell race across the fells with three testing courses. Pre entry only and vetting ensure a real mountain challenge with food, prizes and electronic timing.

A 30K run in North Berwick with solo and three person relay options, 640 m ascent, chip timing and marshals. A separate 10K circular walk supports Scottish Veterans Residences.

The Yorkshire 3 Peaks Ultra is an 11th edition trail run starting in Hawes. It offers a 70km route over three iconic peaks, with an optional 30km extension to 100km. The event includes full support, meals, and a 24-hour cutoff for the full..

A 50 km autumn mountain ultra in the Yorkshire Dales, starting and finishing in Hawes. The out-and-back route ascends Pen-Y-Ghent with 1280m of climbing. This low-key event provides GPX files, on-course support, and finish-line hospitality.