Trail Running calendar near Rothbury 2025-2026

Take on the CBTE Morland Marathon, a scenic trail ultra of about 29 miles with 3,000 ft of climb through the Eden Valley and edge of the Yorkshire Dales. Fully tracked event with checkpoints, medal and t shirt at the finish.

Run the dramatic Northumberland coast from Bamburgh Castle to Druridge Bay with 54 km and 27 km options, passing Dunstanburgh, Craster and Warkworth. Expect sweeping sea views, castle scenery and a festival finish on 8 March 2026.

Get muddy and have fun at Born 2B Wild III, a lively around 5k trail run through Hamsterley Forest with hills, mud and obstacles. Bring your dog for a post run drink, claim a finisher medal and help support an animal charity.

Take on the Carrock Fell Race in the Lake District on 8 March 2026, 9 km with 500 m climb over rugged terrain. Unmarked route demands map and compass skills and entry is on the day for a spur of the moment fell challenge.

Blakey Blitz on 14 March 2026 is a tough 16.8 km moorland race near Whitby with 855 m of climb and sweeping North York Moors views. Fast, scenic and ideal for experienced fell runners looking for a proper challenge.

Enjoy stunning Lakeland scenery while tackling the classic Causey Pike fell race, 4.5 miles with 543 m of climb over rough terrain. Pre entry via SiEntries is required, full FRA kit is mandatory and minimum age is 16.

Run through history at Alnwick Castle on scenic trails via Hulne Park, the Priory and riverside paths, with 10km and half marathon options. Timed racing, medals and a donation to NE Youth make this a rewarding day for runners 15 and over.

Take on a scenic 8 km trail with about 400 m of climb around Bulbys Wood, Ingram on Sun 15 Mar 2026. Entry is on the day only, £5, for runners aged 16 or over seeking a tough, rewarding hill challenge.

Hardmoors 55 is a rugged 55 mile ultramarathon along the Cleveland Way through the North York Moors from Guisborough to Helmsley on 21 March 2026. Expect tough trails, mandatory kit and tracker, and stunning moorland views.

Take on The Pendulum 2026 on 22 March in Langleeford, an 11 mile fell race over The Cheviot and Hedgehope with 3689 ft of climbing. Scenic, supported and timed, it offers finisher medals and prizes for top finishers.

Experience a scenic 20 kilometre single lap around the shores of Buttermere and Crummock Water on 22 March 2026. Undulating, varied trails and limited places make this lakeside challenge a must for trail lovers.

Enjoy a weekend of wild Lakeland running at Grasmere with 5km and 10km trail routes that skirt Grasmere and Rydal waters and pass Rydal Caves, with duathlons on Sunday. Canicross friendly with medals, goodies and village finish vibes.

Fremington Frenzy is an 11 km fell and trail run from Reeth with a stiff opening climb, technical rocky sections and a scenic riverside finish. Limited to 100 runners, the waymarked route offers aid stations and post race drinks and cakes.

Join the NAV4 Daffodil Run & Walk around Pooley Bridge for a scenic out and back to Hallin Fell with mixed trails, open slopes and marshal support. Choose 13, 10 or 6 mile options, then enjoy drinks and tray bakes at the hall.

DalesRunner 20 in Reeth, North Yorkshire on 28 March 2026 is a tough 20 km trail with steep climbs and technical descents. Entries are capped at 200; the marked route has aid stations and mandatory kit checks so bring waterproofs and a cup.

Cleveland Survival 2026 is a 24 mile orienteering challenge across the North York Moors raising funds for the Cleveland Mountain Rescue Team. Join the classic Survival for rugged navigation, staffed checkpoints and a hot finish meal.

Tackle the rugged Bollihope Carrs fell race near Frosterley, a challenging 10.5 km course with 380 m of climb across classic Northumberland Durham moorland. Friendly entry with a limited field makes for a fast, atmospheric race day.

Take on the Coledale Horseshoe in the Lake District on Sat 28 Mar 2026, a challenging 13.7 km fell race with 1067 m of climbing and stunning mountain views. Pre entry only and limited to 400 runners so book early.

Run the 55 km Dales Traverse along Wainwrights coast to coast route across the North Pennines, Nine Standards and Yorkshire Dales. Self sufficient and scenic, it is a big day challenge finishing beneath Richmond Castle.

Tackle the 80 km Moors Traverse, an ultra following Wainwright’s coast to coast from Ingleby Cross to Robin Hood’s Bay, skirting the North York Moors with about 1,600 m ascent. Supported route with aid stations, maps and coach transfers.