Trail Running calendar near South Shields 2026-2027

Take on the Burley Moor Run in Burley in Wharfedale, a scenic 11 km (6.8 miles) test across moorland with 250 m of climb. Open to runners aged 16 plus, with entries available in advance or on the day.

This winter trail running event in Goathland offers a marathon, half marathon, and 10k on unmarked routes. Runners must navigate and carry full compulsory kit for safety. The event supports the Cleveland Way National Trail.

A dog friendly trail event at Swinsty and Fewston Reservoirs offering 3.3 mile and 6.7 mile loop options on undulating, mainly off road trails with marshals, drink stations and a bespoke finisher medal.

Honour fallen heroes on a scenic trail along the River Wear in Durham. This timed event lets you choose your distance, from a 3km run to an ultra marathon. All finishers receive a commemorative medal.

A Remembrance Run along the River Wear trail in Durham. Choose your own distance in a 6.5-hour timed challenge, with a two-minute silence observed at 11:00. All finishers receive a themed medal, goody bag, and full event support.

Run Bolton Abbey offers a choice of scenic trail distances on the historic estate, from a 2.4-mile fun run to a half marathon. All entry fees include free parking, and proceeds support Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice. Finishers receive a uniqu..

Explore the hills of Wharfedale in this trail running event. Choose from a half marathon, 20-mile, or 35-mile ultramarathon route past landmarks like the Cow and Calf Rocks. The finish at Otley Cricket Club offers a medal, t-shirt, and hot..

Trail runs at Slaley Hall near Hexham offer a half marathon and a 10 km route through forest and estate grounds. Canicross is allowed, live chip timing is used, and finishers receive a medal plus food and a hot drink.

Join the Saltergate Gallows fell race on Sun 15 Nov 2026 from Levisham Village Hall in the North York Moors. Tackle a rugged 10 mile course with 454 m of climb and enjoy entry on the day plus winter series camaraderie.

The Litton Birks Fell Race is a 5km AS-category fell run through the scenic Yorkshire Dales. Alongside the senior event, junior races for various age groups will be held. The event is based at the Queens Arms pub in Litton.

Trail marathon, half marathon and 10km across Dalby Forest on forest fire roads with live chip timing. Canicross friendly rules apply and finishers receive a bespoke medal, merchandise and refreshments.

Join the Really Wild Boar, a classic fell race in the York Dales on Saturday 5 December 2026. Tackle 9 km with 450 m of climb, enjoy hearty post race soup and a roll at the Fat Lamb Inn and soak up wild moorland views.

A 59-mile winter ultra run through the remote hills of the England-Scotland border. The off-road loop features 13,000 feet of ascent and full event support. It starts and finishes at Ingram Village Hall in Northumberland.

Choose your own distance in this seven-hour festive trail run along Durham's River Wear. All finishers receive a themed medal and a bobble hat, with extra pins for longer distances. The course is fully signed, with an aid station providing..

A 20 km fell race on Gisborough Moors in the North York Moors on Sun 6 Dec 2026, with 850 m of climb. Entry is available by pre-entry and on the day; teams are allowed and the race forms part of the North East Fell Running Champs.

Event Details The Punk Panther Christmas Cracker is a trail running event offering three distances: a 12-mile, 19-mile, and a 32-mile ultramarathon. It takes place on Saturday, 12 December 2026. The event has a mass start for all distances...

Take on the Simonside Cairns fell race in Rothbury, Northumberland, a rugged 11 mile route over moorland and cairns that rewards grit and scenery. Entry on the day from Jubilee Hall is £10 and teams of three are welcome.

Run your own distance challenge along the River Wear in Durham. Within 7 hours, choose your goal from 3km to an ultra marathon. Every finisher gets a themed medal and a bobble hat.

Event Overview The Silent Night Race is a winter fell running event organized by Durham Fell Runners. It is described as the "dark festive cousin" of the Chapelfell Top Fell Race. The race takes place in Weardale and is run entire..

Join the Chopwell Woods Christmas Trail Races on 20 December 2026 for festive trail fun across a Santa Mile, 4 Mile and 8 Mile routes suitable for kids and adults. Enjoy seasonal scenery and family friendly racing with entries open now.