Trail Running calendar near Rothbury 2026-2027

Run scenic, well marshalled trails around Derwentwater from Fitz Park Keswick with stunning views of Skiddaw, Blencathra and the northern fells. Choose 5k, 10k or 15k routes and enjoy live music, food stalls and lively festival atmosphere.

Blencathra Marathon on 6 Sept 2026 is a scenic yet demanding 26.4 mile fell loop from Caldbeck via five Wainwright summits. Around 6,000 ft ascent, GPS tracking and a warm finish with drinks and a medal suit experienced runners and walkers.

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..

Take on THE LAP Windermere Ultra, a way marked 47 mile trail circuit that circumnavigates Lake Windermere. Runners and walkers get 24 hours, five stocked aid stations, GPS tracking and a local finishers medal for unforgettable lakeside view..

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.

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 trail ultra in North Yorkshire on 19 to 20 September 2026, starting and finishing at Hawes Market House and passing Whernside, Ingleborough and Pen-y-Ghent. The main route is 70 km with an option to extend to 100 km, supported with aid st..

A 50 km mountain ultra from Hawes via Cam Road to the summit of Pen y Ghent and back, with 1280 metres of ascent, GPX navigation, staffed refreshment points and eco finishers medals.

Tackle a scenic 50K through the Cheviot Hills on this rugged trail ultra starting from Wooler, Northumberland. Expect rolling hills, rocky trails and sweeping moorland, digital navigation, stocked aid stations and a finisher medal for finis..

Hardmoors 60 is a rugged 63 mile ultramarathon along the Cleveland Way, tracing dramatic Yorkshire coast scenery from Guisborough to Filey. Limited entries for solo runners and relay teams, with an 18 hour time limit and tracker for safety.

Trail running event in the Lake District from Grasmere with multiple routes from 9 km to 52 km, significant ascent and marked outposts on the longer courses. One pound from each entry supports Fix the Fells.

Tackle the Thornthwaite Round in the Lake District on 19 Sep 2026, a scenic fell race of 15.6 km with 871 m of climb across forest tracks and open fell. Friendly entries on the day and homemade tea await finishers.

Trail races at Raby Castle on 20 September 2026 offer 5km, 10km and half marathon routes through parkland with ornamental lakes and a chance to see deer. Live chip timing is provided and finishers receive a medal and refreshments.

Tackle the Fryup Frazzler in the North York Moors, a scenic 5.8 mile fell run from the Cycle Hub cafe with roughly 475 m of climb. Part of the Esk Valley summer fell series, it mixes tough slopes with rewarding views.

RunThrough Trails Hamsterley Forest 10k and Half Marathon showcases scenic, undulating trails through pine woods and open vistas. Chip timed results, themed medals, free race photos and an event village make it fun and sustainable.

Take on the Altra 13 Valleys Ultra and link the Lake District's 13 iconic valleys over a stunning multi distance trail weekend. Four route options across fells and lakes with on course support and proceeds helping park conservation.

Pilgrims’ Ultra offers 50k, 100k and 100 mile ultramarathon options along St Oswalds Way from Holy Island through varied Northumberland scenery. All distances are tracked and finishers receive a medal and T shirt.

Experience the Orton Fell Race in the scenic Lake District on Sat 26 Sep 2026, a tough 10 km course with 258 m of climb from Orton village. Open to seniors 16 plus with team and junior races, it offers a classic fell running challenge for a..