Trail Running calendar near South Shields 2025-2026

The Tyne Bridges to Boundaries Ultra is a 34-mile running event held in Newcastle Upon Tyne, starting at The Cycle Hub on the Quayside. Inspired by the Audax cycling spirit, it offers a scenic route through industrial areas, country parks, and riverside meadows. The event emphasizes personal challen..

The Alnwick Castle Trail Runs, held in the scenic town of Alnwick, Northumberland, offer two challenging trail distances: a 10km and a half marathon. Both races start and finish outside the iconic Alnwick Castle, famous for its appearances in Harry Potter and Downton Abbey. The courses traverse beau..

The Hardmoors 55 is a challenging 55-mile ultramarathon held in the North York Moors, running from Guisborough to Helmsley. The course traverses the Cleveland Hills and follows 95% of the Cleveland Way National Trail, featuring over 2700 meters of ascent. Participants face potentially harsh, winter-..

We Need to Talk About Chevin is a challenging fell race held in Otley, starting and finishing on Station Road with race headquarters at The Black Horse pub. Covering 14km (9 miles) with 650m (2130ft) of elevation, the course features tough climbs including the infamous Chevin Steps, Surprise View, D..

The Blubberhouses Moor will take place in Harrogate on Sunday 22 March 2026.

The Pendulum is a challenging fell running event held in Langleeford, at the base of the Cheviot Hills in Northumberland, UK. The race covers an 11-mile course that requires participants to conquer two major peaks, Hedgehope Hill and The Cheviot, with a total ascent of 3,689 feet. The course is well..

The Grasmere Wild Trail Runs, held in the scenic Lake District at The Showfield, Stock Lane, Grasmere, offer a popular annual trail running event over two days in March 2026. The event features a 10km and a 5km trail run, with the 10km route acclaimed as one of the most beautiful in the UK, passing..

The Silva Dales Traverse is a 55km ultra running event held in northern England, following Alfred Wainwright’s famous coast-to-coast route from Kirkby Stephen to Richmond. The course traverses the scenic North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, crosses the iconic Nine Standards, and winds..

The Silva Moors Traverse is an 80km ultra-distance running event held in northern England, following Alfred Wainwright’s famous coast-to-coast route from Ingleby Cross to Robin Hood’s Bay. The course traces the northern edge of the North York Moors National Park and winds through eastern Yorkshire,..

The Saturn 7 Hour Time Challenge in Durham is a trail running event held at the Durham Amateur Rowing Club along the scenic River Wear, offering views of the Cathedral. Participants can run as many laps as they wish within seven hours, with each lap measuring approximately 4.37 miles (7 km), subject..

The Stanhope Trail Races, organized by Greener Miles Running, take place in Stanhope, County Durham, within the scenic North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and UNESCO Global Geopark. The event offers two challenging trail distances: a 10k (7 miles, 1200ft elevation) and a half marathon..

The Charm Bracelet Half Marathon is a scenic 14.35-mile trail running event along the stunning northeast coastline of the UK. Starting at Redcar Beach Base and finishing in the historic fishing village of Staithes, the course features diverse terrain including sand, mud, rocks, and cliffs, with 1,59..

The Charm Bracelet Marathon is a scenic 26.5-mile trail running event held along the stunning northeast coastline of the UK, starting at Redcar Beach Base and finishing in the picturesque fishing town of Whitby. Runners experience diverse terrain including coastal villages, sandy beaches, cliffs, mu..

The Yorkshire Trail Runs at Bramham Park offer 5km, 10km, and half marathon trail running events suitable for all fitness levels. Set in the scenic Bramham Park, a Grade I listed 18th-century estate in West Yorkshire, runners enjoy well-established woodland trails spanning over 1,200 acres. The cour..

The SilverBackTrails Goathland V Trig Ultra is a challenging 37-mile running and walking event set in the scenic North York Moors National Park, starting and finishing in the picturesque village of Goathland. Participants navigate a self-chosen route visiting five Triangulation Pillars, with one che..

The Three Peaks Race is a challenging annual fell running event held in Yorkshire, England, known as "The Marathon with Mountains." Established in 1954, it covers a marathon distance over the rugged terrain of the Yorkshire Three Peaks: Pen-y-ghent, Whernside, and Ingleborough. The race features sig..

The Fellsman Dart is a challenging high-level traverse covering over 30 miles across rugged moorland in the Yorkshire Dales. The route climbs more than 4,200 feet, running point-to-point from Redshaw to Threshfield. Featuring 13 hilltop and roadside checkpoints, the event tests participants' navigat..

The Ultra Trails - Wold Rangers Way Ultra is a 50 km circular ultra running event held near Tibthorpe, Driffield, starting and finishing at the eco-friendly Field House Camping & Coffee Barn. The course follows the scenic Wold Rangers Way, featuring stunning dry valleys and picturesque villages such..

Beyond Newcastle is a trail and ultra running event held in Newcastle, starting and finishing at the Swing Bridge in the city center. Scheduled for April 25, 2026, it offers two distances: a 25km trail suitable for all levels and a challenging 55km ultra. The routes feature a mix of footpaths, parks..

The Gibside 5K & 10K Trail Runs take place at the National Trust Gibside Estate in Rowlands Gill, Tyne & Wear. Set within over 600 acres of historic gardens, woodland, and countryside, the event offers scenic routes featuring spectacular views, wildlife spotting opportunities including wild deer, an..