Trail Running calendar near Rothbury 2026-2027

Choose your own distance in this 7-hour trail running time challenge along Durham's River Wear. All finishers earn a themed medal, with pins for longer distances. The event welcomes participants of various ages across multiple race options.

Tackle the Viking Chase, a 12 km fell race across the North York Moors on 11 Oct 2026, featuring 572 m of climb and sweeping moorland views. Entry on the day, adults only, with proceeds to Cleveland Mountain Rescue.

Trail runs from Shotley Bridge on 18 October 2026 offer 25 km and 53 km routes across moorland, woods and reservoir paths, with feed stations, mandatory kit for the 53 km, live chip timing and a finishers' medal and top.

Join the Gormire Gamble on Sunday 18 October 2026 at Sutton Bank in the North York Moors. This 9.1 km fell race with 250 m of climbing offers sweeping views and a lively autumn challenge for seasoned runners.

Experience the stunning scenery of the North York Moors with marked trail races for the whole family. Starting from Danby Lodge, these 5k and 10k events offer a marshalled route through beautiful woodland and riverside trails.

The Jedburgh Three Peaks Ultramarathon and Relay Race is a 38-mile trail event. It is run in association with the Jedburgh Running Festival and is scheduled for October 2026.

Take on the classic Buttermere fell race on 25 October 2026 at Gatesgarth Farm, a tough 5 km senior route with 600 m of climbing plus short junior races. Enjoy a traditional shepherds meet atmosphere, entry on the day and a warm drink.

Run under the stars at Dark Skies Run in Wooler on 31 October 2026, a Trail Outlaws night trail in Northumberland National Park with fully marked routes and stocked checkpoints. 10k and Half Marathon options.

Event Overview The Lakeland Trails at Helvellyn is a trail running event on October 31, 2026. It starts and finishes on the shores of Ullswater in Glenridding, within the Lake District National Park. The courses pass through ancient woodlan..

Run a scenic half marathon on Halloween through the woodland and coastal paths of Dalmeny Estate and Cammo Nature Reserve. The event supports the local RNLI, and finishers get a medal and post-race refreshments. With about 300 participants,..

A remembrance run along Seaham seafront starting at the Tommy War Memorial Statue. Two distances are offered with chip timing, a 90 minute cut off, and finishers receive a medal, t shirt and snack.

Take on a scenic 10 Miles loop around Derwent Water at the Derwentwater Ten, a classic road race hosted by Keswick AC. Enjoy tarmac roads, rolling lakeside views, mid race drinks and a lively finish on 1 November 2026.

Experience a scenic trail run starting with a cruise across Ullswater, accompanied by live music. Choose between a 10k run or a 14k challenge, exploring the eastern shoreline. The event finishes with a festival atmosphere, local food, and m..

This winter trail running event in Goathland offers a marathon, half marathon, and 10k on unmarked routes. Runners must navigate and carry full compulsory kit for safety. The event supports the Cleveland Way National Trail.

Honour fallen heroes on a scenic trail along the River Wear in Durham. This timed event lets you choose your distance, from a 3km run to an ultra marathon. All finishers receive a commemorative medal.

A Remembrance Run along the River Wear trail in Durham. Choose your own distance in a 6.5-hour timed challenge, with a two-minute silence observed at 11:00. All finishers receive a themed medal, goody bag, and full event support.

Trail runs at Slaley Hall near Hexham offer a half marathon and a 10 km route through forest and estate grounds. Canicross is allowed, live chip timing is used, and finishers receive a medal plus food and a hot drink.

A multi-terrain ultra around the Tweed Valley based at Glentress Peel Visitor Centre in mid-November. Two route options, 65 km and 50 km, follow forest trails, riverside paths and open moorland with marked routes and aid stations.

A fell race on 21 November 2026 at Sale Fell bench near Wythop Mill with a roughly 3.7 mile 5.9 km course, junior races for U9 to U15, and prizes across senior and veteran categories.

Join the Hermitage Trail Runs at the Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill. Choose from a 10km or 5km trail run, or a festive 1.2km fun run for children. The fun run supports local community and school projects.