Trail Running calendar near South Shields 2026-2027

A fell race held during the Osmotherley Show on Saturday 1 August 2026, covering 8.8 km with 320 m of climb. Open to runners aged 16 and over, entry is on the day and show admission is required.

A 17 mile fell race around Borrowdale with about 6500 feet of ascent, starting and finishing at the Scafell Hotel in Rosthwaite. The route visits Scafell Pike and Great Gable and requires specific prior fell-racing experience and mandatory..

A country show hill race in Powburn on 1 August 2026. The 6 mile route crosses farm fields, climbs East Hill along its spine and returns via Ingram, with a 2 mile junior race for under 14s.

A fell race on Farleton Knott with a 2.60 mile / 4.20 km route and 750 feet / 230 meters of climb. The course climbs the front of the fell, crosses the top and returns along the lower path; parking costs £3.

Join the Round Hill fell race for a challenging 14.1 km course with sweeping York Dales views, starting and finishing in charming Timble village. Entry is on the day for a small fee and part of the proceeds support brain tumour research.

Coastal marathon and half marathon between Spittal and Holy Island on 2 August 2026, with finishes at Lindisfarne Castle. Fields are limited to 100 marathon places and 500 half marathon places, and age minimums apply.

A 10 mile coastal out-and-back in South Shields on 2 August 2026 marking the 10th anniversary. Mixed surface route with marshal support, finisher medals and awards for top male and female finishers.

A short fell race at Steel End Farm, Thirlmere in the Lake District covering 4 km with 400 m of climb. Day entry is available free, minimum age 16, and the race carries FRA permit and UK Athletics insurance.

Part of a four-event 10k series, the Darlington Trail 10k is a fast, flat course in Low Coniscliffe, Darlington, open to all ages and abilities. All entrants receive a medal and goody bag, with prizes for top finishers and a series league.

A five mile out and back on the Pennine Way across Eshton Moor with undulating fields, a river crossing and a wooded loop near Calton. Races for juniors and seniors take place at Old Hall Farm, Gargrave.

A short BOFRA fell race from Arncliffe Village Green with a steep climb to a cairn and a split descent, plus a separate 4 mile road race; junior and senior categories and archived results back to 1991.

A 17 km fell race around the east side of the Duddon Valley with 906 m of ascent and summit checkpoints at Grey Friar, The Old Man of Coniston and White Pike. Entries are limited to 200 and strict FRA kit and navigation rules apply.

Trail races at Farndale on 9 August 2026 offer three untaped courses from 8.3 to 29 miles. Competitors must navigate with printed maps, carry mandatory safety kit and use provided parking and overnight camper facilities.

A 13.1 mile trail half marathon in the Derwent Valley on 9 August 2026, featuring 1666 ft of elevation and the Clockburn Lonnen in the first mile. The event includes on-course photography, post-run refreshments, a finisher T-shirt and cash..

Experience 13 miles of scenic fells and trails starting from the historic Lowther Castle. This marked course features river crossings and 1400ft of ascent with all proceeds supporting the Eden Valley Hospice.

Forestburn is a short fell race near Rothbury on 9 August 2026. The course is about 5.6 km with 150 m of climb and is held at the Gate Pub as part of the Simonside Country Fair.

Join this classic Keswick fell race in the Lake District on Wed 12 Aug 2026 for a lively 4.7 mile trail challenge with 280 m climb and a summit of Latrigg. On the day entries are welcome, fee £5 and runners must be 16 or older.

A moorland fell race around Ilkley with a 35 km loop and a 21 km point to point option. The unmarked route crosses multiple moors, has two aid stations and requires runners to use a GPX or route map.

A 6.5 km circular hill race in Oldhamstocks with roughly 200 m of ascent, mostly on rough track with short tarmac sections. Race numbers are issued at the village hall and on the day entry is available for a cash fee.

A fully off road 10km trail race at Rock UK in Newcastleton on 15 August 2026. The one lap course is chip timed with a halfway water station, marked and marshalled routes, bespoke medals and prize categories for adults and vets.