Trail Running calendar near Rothbury 2026-2027

Experience a 36 mile ultra distance event through the stunning Esk Walk Valley with 4487 feet of elevation. This circular route starts and finishes in Glaisdale and is open to both runners and walkers.

Test your physical limits at this obstacle course challenge in Fife featuring mud and water. Choose between 5km or 10km distances and enjoy free parking plus a finisher medal and T shirt.

Event Overview The Lakeland Trails event in Staveley offers three race distances: a 5k Sport Trail, a 10k Trail Run, and a Trail Half Marathon (21k). All routes start and finish at Staveley Recreation Ground. The courses follow marked and m..

Classic fell race through the North York Moors on Sunday 3 May 2026, 15 km with about 605 m of climb from Fryup Gill near Whitby. Entry on the day makes it ideal for spontaneous runners and teams seeking a rugged challenge.

Join this prestigious mountain race in Sedbergh featuring challenging up and down trial courses. Compete for county honors or national selection on marked fell routes reaching 980 meters of elevation gain.

Test your limits at Saughton with a combination of functional exercises and interval running. Choose from Solo, Doubles, or Relay formats with Classic or Double distances to suit your fitness level.

Experience an undulating 6.5 mile trail race through Brierley and Thorpe Woods in Wynyard. This scenic event features a mix of farm tracks and woodland paths for runners aged 16 and over.

Experience a 10 km multi terrain trail run through the private roads and tracks of Hulne Park in Alnwick. This scenic event offers team prizes and post race refreshments on the historic Northumberland estate.

Experience a unique urban trail through Carlisle on a 10 km course featuring the local cathedral and castle. Runners navigate a mix of roads and off road tracks through scenic city parks.

Tackle a classic Lake District fell race from Dockray to Hartside on Wed 6 May 2026, covering 10 km with a stiff 800 m of climb. Entry on the day is £5 with parking at the quarry car park. Expect a tough scenic course and friendly vibes.

Take on the Cautley Horseshoe fell race near Sedbergh on 6 May 2026, a short but brutal 7.5 km with 805 m of ascent and spectacular upland views. Entry on the day is £5 and the Cross Keys Inn will be open for post race food and drink.

Experience a timed canicross event in the scenic Dodd Wood with 5 km and 8 km course options. Run with up to two dogs or solo on a fully marked trail route overlooking Bassenthwaite Lake.

Experience a classic 14.5 km fell race starting and finishing at Rydal Hall in Ambleside. This clockwise horseshoe route features over 900 meters of elevation across the scenic Lakeland fells.

Join the Saltire Trail Races in Athelstaneford on Saturday 9 May 2026 for scenic 2 km, 5 km and 10 km farm trails at Kilduff Farm. Family friendly fun and village fair treats raise funds for Athelstaneford Primary School.

The Holy Island Marathon will take place in Berwick-upon-Tweed on Saturday 9 May 2026. You can run 26 miles.

The Lap is a fully signposted 72 km ultra marathon circumnavigating Lake Windermere. With generous support, a 24-hour time limit, and stunning Lake District trails, it's designed to be an accessible introduction to the ultra distance.

Experience a self navigated trail event at Sutton Bank with distances of 8, 17, and 28 miles. Navigate the North York Moors in this circular race series starting from the Sutton Bank Visitor Centre.

Join the final event of the Lakeland Paws season at Whinlatter featuring 5 km and 8 km trail routes. This dog friendly forest race offers individual starts and a summit climb to Seat How with no cut off times.

A fell running event in the North York Moors on 10 May 2026 covering 18.2 km with 950 m of ascent. Entry is on the day for cash only and teams of three are allowed.

Test your strategy at this unique 10km trail race in Chopwell Woods where you choose your own start time. Face the clock in a race where the person who starts the latest and finishes before the cutoff wins.