Trail Running calendar near Rothbury 2026-2027

Experience a 40 mile mountain run through the Lakeland ridges including the summits of Helvellyn and High Street. This technical figure of eight course starts in Askham and features over 2500 meters of ascent.

Experience the Newlands Valley Horseshoe at this Category AL fell race near Keswick. Traverse 24.7 km of exposed peaks and over 2300 meters of elevation in the heart of the Lake District.

Experience the challenging fell terrain of the Lake District with two scenic mountain races starting from the Newlands Valley. Enjoy a community atmosphere with post race refreshments and support local charitable causes.

Experience a scenic trail run or an accessible loch side walk at The Haining in Selkirk. This community event celebrates local heritage while offering signposted routes for both runners and walkers.

Experience circular trail races through the North York Moors National Park with 7 and 16 mile options. Enjoy a marked course featuring moorland views, forest tracks, and landmarks like the Cleveland Way.

A coastal race on 19 April 2026 from South Shields Pier to Roker Pier, about 7 miles along cliff paths past Marsden Rock and Souter Lighthouse. Entries open 2 February with separate fees for UKA registered and non registered runners.

Experience a scenic 8 mile trail race in Northumberland featuring an ascent of Yeavering Bell Hill and a finish at the Ad Gefrin Distillery. This fully marked course offers great views and fast runnable sections.

Beyond Newcastle offers two supported trail distances starting at Swing Bridge on Newcastle Quayside, following river and woodland routes around the Tyne and Derwent. The event includes feed stations, live chip-timing and a finisher medal.

Run through an active military station and view historic rocket launch platforms at RAF Spadeadam. This unique trail event offers 11 km and 14 mile courses with views of the Lake District and Hadrian's Wall.

A 24 hour loop event in Dalkeith Country Park where runners complete a 6.7 km loop each hour; organisers recognise 10k, half marathon, marathon and ultra distances and provide on site facilities and support.

A series of marked and marshalled trail races organised by Trail Outlaws across Durham and nearby locations. Distances range from 5K to half marathon, with individual race prizes and a season ticket that includes a presentation evening.

Run through the North York Moors at the Heartbeat Hobble in Goathland, an 11.9 km fell with 290 m of climb. Entry on the day and a village hall finish create a friendly spring fell outing.

A hilly, traffic-free half marathon through Hamsterley Forest on 26 April 2026 with multi-terrain trails, mile markers, water stations and chip timing. Entries limited to 500; affiliated and unaffiliated fees apply.

Join a community focused 10K race along the scenic Fife Coastal Path including multi terrain trails and woodland. This chip timed event supports local path upgrades and features a friendly finish line with refreshments.

A city navigation race from Edinburgh Park Central where runners ride the tram to a start then run back, aiming to beat the tram. Distances are about 5.5 to 7.5 miles and entry includes an optional charity donation.

Experience a unique two lap fell race in Cockfield featuring a guided group loop followed by a competitive 3.5 km chase. This off road event welcomes all runners aged 14 and over to participate in a social and sporting atmosphere.

Evening trail runs at Gibside National Trust on 29 April 2026 across historic woodland and designed landscape. Distances of 5 km and 10 km, live chip timing, canicross friendly, on-site parking and finishers' medals.

Tackle the Lords Seat Fell race at Whinlatter Visitor Centre, an 8 km route with 430 m of climb across scenic, rugged fells. Entry on the day only £7 cash, with junior races and a start from the visitor centre car park.

Test your endurance at the official UK Athletics uphill trials in Keswick. This challenging mountain race on Skiddaw serves as the selection event for the European Off-Road Running Championships.

A fully marked 90K UTMB Index 100K race on 2 May 2026 from North Queensferry to St Andrews Cathedral, covering about 1,200 m ascent with a 15 hour limit. Entry fees start at £120 and the field is limited to 150 runners.