Trail Running calendar near South Shields 2025-2026

A classic winter fell race in Commondale, North York Moors, featuring 8.3 km and 220 m of climb starting from the village hall. Entry on the day and a friendly winter series vibe make it ideal for adventurous runners.

Join the Ashington 10K Trail Run on Sunday 11 January 2026 for a scenic 10 km through Ashington Community Woods and QEII Country Park. Enjoy flat woodland trails, lakeside paths and a canicross friendly vibe with medals at the finish.

Punk Panther Green Gateways is a scenic trail race from Otley through Leeds green spaces on Saturday 17 January 2026, with distances from 14 to 34.1 miles. Expect challenging off road terrain, welcoming checkpoints and a lively finish festi..

Guided recce of about 25 miles of the Hardmoors 55 from Osmotherley to Helmsley on 17 January 2026, with big climbs and moorland views. This supported non race is led by experienced run leaders with sweepers, checkpoints and refreshments.

Run the L100 Recce 2 from Ambleside to Coniston, a 16 mile evening section of the Lakeland 50 and 100 courses. This night recce is for confirmed 2026 Lakeland 50 or 100 entrants and includes coach transfer and on route support.

Green Gateways is a trail run around Leeds on the Greenway and Meanwood Valley Trail, threading near city parks and green spaces. Pick 14, 20 or 34 mile routes with checkpoints and trackers for a rewarding urban trail adventure.

Join the Rise From The Ashes Run, a 7 hour timed trail along the River Wear with stunning Cathedral views, offering distances from a short 3 km up to marathon and ultra options. Finishers get a themed medal and goody bag with vegan choices.

Run the Rise From The Ashes Run North, a seven hour time challenge on a signed trail along the River Wear with scenic Cathedral views in Durham. Choose distances from 3 km to 50 km and earn a themed medal.

Feel The Burns is a spirited hill race in the Scottish Borders, about 13.7 miles with roughly 800 m of ascent, promising stiff climbs and wide open views from Selkirk country. Places are limited and entries are by waiting list for this popu..

Experience Kielder Forest by torchlight at the Lewis Burn Trail Run, a 10 km night trail with punchy climbs and flowing forest descents. Tackle the steep zig zags of Simons Tester before a thrilling run back to Bakethin car park.

Light up Dalby Forest under the stars in this 5 mile head torch race across quiet single tracks and hidden woodland trails. An atmospheric winter night challenge perfect for trail runners seeking fun and fresh adventure.

Classic Lake District fell run from Braithwaite Lodge to Stile End, 8 km with 500 m of climb through scenic but testing winter terrain as the fourth race in the Kong Winter Series. Pre entry only and limited to 300 places; minimum age 16 an..

Hit the flat sands and scenic trails of Druridge Bay on Sunday 25 January 2026 with 10 km and half marathon distances. Live chip timing and finish medals await for a brisk seaside challenge.

Tackle a scenic but stiff 4.7 km fell race at Elterwater Common in the Lake District as part of the Helm Hill Winter League, featuring a 396 m climb and great views. Entry on the day, juniors welcome, bring winter kit.

Tackle a scenic but testing 9.5 km fell race with 429 m of climb around The Leaps near Kirkland in the Lake District. Junior races from U9 to U19 add family fun and entries are limited to 120 so pre entry is recommended.

Run a 17 km moonlit trail through Kielder Forest, from lakeside tracks into hillier mountain bike trails with a scenic descent into Kielder village. Part of the Shadowlands series, the race offers prizes and series points.

Take on Saltburn's scenic trail routes at the Hardmoors Saltburn races on 1 February 2026, with 28, 14.5 and 7.5 mile circular options as part of the Hardmoors 26.2 series. The event is currently full and no new entries can be made.

Explore ancient ruins and formal gardens at Fountains Abbey World Heritage Site with 5 km, 10 km or half marathon trail options. Canicross friendly and chip timed, finishers get bespoke medals and Wild Deer merch amid unforgettable scenery.

Challenge yourself on a classic Lake District fell race from Ambleside, tackling 14 km with 880 m of ascent and spectacular views. Entry is on the day for £2 and competitors must be 18 or over, with a strict cut off at Loughrigg summit.

Take on the Cod Beck Canter on Sun 1 Feb 2026 in the North York Moors: a 16.5 km moorland route with 573 m of climb from Ingleby Cross Village Hall. Entry on the day, minimum age 18, promises tough terrain and great views.