Trail Running calendar near Rowlands Gill 2026-2027

Join the Smurf Run North in Durham for scenic trail laps along the River Wear, with distances from 3 km to ultra and a 7 hour time challenge. Finishers earn a themed medal and enjoy on course aid, snacks and vegan options.

Join the Glentress February Trail Races on 15 February 2026 for woodland singletrack, gravel and moorland routes from a new 5 km up to a testing 42 km. Fully marked courses and stunning views make this a must for trail runners of all levels..

Coastal trail running in Bamburgh on 21 February 2026 with 10K, half, marathon and ultra distances on a linear course; the event counts toward the Endurancelife Season Leaderboard.

Two route options across the Yorkshire Dales from Cracoe Village Hall for walkers and runners, with staffed checkpoints and a finish meal. Entries are limited to 125 and a waiting list operates when the event fills.

Winter trail runs at Derwent Reservoir offer 5 mile and 10 mile routes around the reservoir. The 5 mile allows canicross with one controlled dog, while the 10 mile follows closed roads and firm trails with live chip timing and a 2.5 hour cu..

A trail half marathon from Levisham Village Hall across the North York Moors, running through the Hole of Horcum. The field is limited to 50 places, a waiting list is open, and a 5 hour time limit applies.

A winter league fell race at Birkrigg Common in Ulverston featuring a 5 km course with 170 m climb. The route is fully flagged and covered by an FRA permit; entries are available in advance or on the day and specific kit is required.

Night trail event at Whinlatter Forest with marked, chip timed courses and GPX files available. Two options are offered, 10 km with 380 m ascent or 5 km with 200 m ascent; dogs are allowed and a head torch is required.

A community fell race from Dufton Village Green to High Cup Nick and back, about 15 km with roughly 450 m of ascent. The event raises funds for Dufton Village Hall and includes post-race soup and a roll.

A nighttime 10K trail run around the Northumberlandia landform with hills, stone paths, soft trails and forest tracks. A water station is at mile 4 and all finishers receive a bespoke medal.

A short but demanding fell race on Ilkley Moor covering 8 km with 401 m of ascent, held under FRA rules. Pre-entry and limited on-day places are available, entry fees start at £8 and the event has a 400 runner limit.

A chip timed 10 kilometre multi terrain race in Ripon with a separate 1 kilometre fun run for all ages. Entry fees vary for affiliated and unaffiliated runners and places are limited.

Take on Saint Michael's Harrogate 10K or 5K on 1 March 2026, a scenic trail run supporting North Yorkshire Hospice Care. Family friendly 5K offers free child places with adult supervision and aid stations on course.

Take on the Eskdale Eureka fell race on Sun 1 Mar 2026 in the North York Moors, based at Castleton Cricket Club, a challenging 14.3 km course with about 470 m of climb across classic moorland. Entry on the day, with proceeds supporting Clev..

A fully flagged fell race at Cautley on 1 March 2026, about 6.5 km with 663 m of ascent. Pre-entry is available, mandatory waterproof kit is required and dogs are not permitted.

Night trail races at Kielder, Grassholme and Derwent set in designated dark sky areas, with distances from 10K to 26.6 miles and a double option. The events note friendly volunteers and lively atmosphere alongside occasional signage and rou..

A category BM fell race around Pendle from Barley Village Hall on 7 March 2026, roughly 15 km with about 543 m ascent. Entries are limited to 300 with pre-entry and on-the-day options and results published online.

A partially self navigated 29 mile trail ultra around Morland near Penrith, with roughly 3000 ft of ascent and mixed off road terrain. The event includes tracking, three checkpoints with food and a finishers medal.

An ultra trail along the Northumberland coast from Bamburgh to Druridge Bay with two distances, 54 km and a new 27 km option. The route includes coastal landmarks, feed stations, mandatory kit requirements, and live chip timing.

A roughly 5k trail race at Hamsterley Forest on 8 March 2026 with mud, hills and obstacles; dogs are welcome and veterinary and canine first aid cover are provided. Teams of five compete for Top Dogz awards based on aggregate time.