Trail Running calendar near South Shields 2026-2027

Take on the classic Fairfield Horseshoe fell race in the Lake District on 9 May 2026, starting and finishing at Rydal Hall. This scenic but demanding 14.5 km course climbs 914 m, offering epic views and a tough fell running challenge.

Trail marathon, half and 10k on circular, untaped routes from Sutton Bank Visitor Centre on 10 May 2026. Competitors must self navigate with provided maps and carry mandatory safety kit; entries open July 2025 and close April 2026.

Final event of Lakeland Paws Season 4 with fully marked 8K and 5K routes around Seat How, chip timing and GPX files. Dogs are welcome with harness rules and some summit sections allow only one dog per runner.

Tough, scenic fell race in Bilsdale, North York Moors on Sun 10 May 2026. About 11.3 miles with 950 m of climb across classic moorland terrain. Enter on the day; expect limited parking so please car share.

Take on the classic Latrigg fell race in Keswick, Lake District on 13 May 2026, a short but steep 3 mile climb with great views. Entry is available on the day for a small fee on a fully flagged route for runners aged 13 and up.

Explore the estate trails at Constable Burton Hall on 14 May 2026 with 5km run or walk and a 10km option, all through scenic parkland, woodland and farm tracks. Expect varied terrain and muddy patches for a proper countryside trail experien..

Experience Dales scenery around Malham Tarn, Gordale Scar and Pen y Ghent at the Punk Panther Skipton Skedaddle on 16 May 2026. Distances from 13 miles to 50 miles suit every trail runner, with checkpoints, tracking, medals and event T shir..

Take on the Sedbergh Fell Race on 16 May 2026 for a stiff climb up Winder and a thrilling descent back to The Showfield. Senior and junior races welcome with entries available on the day.

Old County Tops is a Lake District fell race at New Dungeon Ghyll in Great Langdale on 16 May 2026. Expect a long, demanding 59 km mountain course with 3050 m of climb, raced in pairs for a thrilling test of endurance and navigation.

A trail half marathon of about 13.2 miles around Black Hambleton and Silton Woods near Osmotherley, featuring varied terrain, navigation aids, a 3.5 hour limit and a 50 runner field with mandatory safety kit.

Enjoy scenic 5 km and 10 km trail runs around Derwent Reservoir, across firm trails, grass and woodland. Canicross friendly with live chip timing and finisher medal, merch and a postrun snack.

Tackle a classic Pennine fell on Wed 20 May 2026 in Kildwick, starting at the White Lion. This punchy 6 km course with 245 m climb delivers steep ups, junior races and a friendly crowd; pre entry is available and parking is limited.

Run the Dun Holm Challenge in Durham on scenic trails along the River Wear with stunning cathedral views. Choose distances from a 3 km minimum to ultras or take the multi day Time Challenge, earn themed medals and enjoy lap aid stations.

A 200 mile single stage ultramarathon on 22 May 2026 running from Kingston upon Hull along the Wolds Way and the Cleveland Way to Helmsley. Competitors must use motorised support teams and complete the route within 60 hours.

Join Day 2 of the Dun Holm Challenge, a 7 hour timed run around the River Wear with flat laps and Cathedral views. Choose from a 3 km finisher up to ultras and 50 km, with aid stations, toilets and vegan options.

A 110 mile single stage trail ultramarathon along the Cleveland Way from Filey to Helmsley with a 36 hour time limit, passing coastal towns and the North York Moors. Entries open July 2025 and are managed via SiEntries.

WEEKEND 9 is a waymarked 25.5 km route in the Howgill Fells with about 1500 m of ascent. It offers loaded and unloaded categories with safety teams on course and concludes with a finisher patch and an end of race pint.

Take on scenic Hutton Roof Crags Fell Race near Kirkby Lonsdale, an 11 km challenge with about 400 m of climb over crags and Farleton Knott. Navigation is required so bring map and compass and advance entry is required.

Race scenic but testing trails through Whinlatter Forest in the Lake District on 24 May 2026, with panoramic lake and mountain views plus steep climbs and fast descents. Half marathon or 10K, medal, refreshments and canicross welcome.

A short but testing fell race in Coniston, about 1.6 km with roughly 270 m of climb, featuring a steep ascent and a scree descent. It is a BOFRA counter with on the day entry and races for junior categories.