Trail Running calendar near South Shields 2026-2027

A technical 21 km trail run around Great and Little Langdale. The race, part of the Scafell Skyrunning Weekend, starts from the Lanty Slees Stickle Barn. It offers a fully marked course through a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Explore the southern Lake District on a looped route starting from Kendal. Choose from distances ranging from 10 km to 100 km, with full support and optional camping. New for 2026 are competitive categories for fast runners and hasty hikers..

The Samaritans Way Ultra Trail follows official trails created by Teesside Samaritans. Choose from a 40km marathon or a 60km ultra distance, with the ultra also available as a relay. All event profits support the local Samaritans branch.

Stanza Stones Summer Edition The Stanza Stones Summer Edition is a 50-mile ultra-marathon on a linear route from Marsden to Ilkley in the South Pennines. The course has over 6,800 feet of ascent and visits all six Stanza Stones, which are p..

This 100km ultra follows the historic Northumberland coastline from Bamburgh Castle to Tynemouth Priory. It's a fully supported point-to-point journey passing iconic castles and harbours. Finishers are rewarded with a medal, merchandise, an..

The Pen Y Ghent Fell Race kicks off the Yorkshire Dales Classics Series. This 12.2km AM category race features over 600m of climb, starting from Horton in Ribblesdale. Team entries are welcome.

The Wharfedale Trail Half Marathon is a 13.2-mile trail race with over 2,000 feet of ascent in the Yorkshire Dales. It starts and finishes at Wharfedale Rugby Club in Threshfield. Prizes over £800 are on offer, and all competitors receive a..

Explore the Lake District on stunning trails around Coniston Water and the Coppermines Valley. Choose from a 10k run or a 16k challenge and race, all starting from a vibrant event village with live music. Enjoy panoramic mountain views on w..

Dalby's Inferno is a backyard ultra marathon in the forest, challenging runners to complete as many 5.5 km loops as they can within ten hours. Your entry includes camping for two nights and supports mountain rescue. It's a unique test of en..

A BOFRA fell race at Kettlewell Cricket Field with junior and senior routes, on the day entry and a £3 car parking charge. The route climbs to a ridge, follows the skyline to a cairn, then drops quickly over a short scree section.

Classic Lake District fell race from Howtown Bobbin Mill, testing runners over 13.3 miles with about 1400 m of climb across rugged terrain. Entry is on the day for £8 and limited to 100 starters so arrive early.

Set in the scenic Lake District, this event features trail runs around Coniston Water, including a full marathon, half marathon, and a 10k. The festival atmosphere includes live music, local food, and a family-friendly vibe. The routes show..

An 11 kilometre multi terrain trail run in Kirkby Malzeard, set within Nidderdale AONB and part of the village family fete. The event has Racecheck Gold Awards and includes marshals, way marking, chip timing and a handmade finishers medal.

A volunteer run, three day mountain event in Kirkby Stephen offering distances from 5k to an ultra plus a 25 metre abseil, with proceeds donated to local charities.

The Yomp Mountain Challenge is a long-running volunteer-led charity weekend in Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria. It features several running events, including a Friday evening Sunset Stroll. The event raises funds for local causes and offers a basec..

Trail races in Pooley Bridge on 13 June 2026 offering half marathon and 10km courses with live chip timing, on-site parking and cani cross friendly rules. Finishers receive a medal, merchandise and a snack.

The Punk Panther Six Dales Trail offers three distances on an out-and-back course between Otley and Pateley Bridge. Runners pass several reservoirs on a route with significant climbs. The event finishes with hot food and a finisher's medal.

The North Star Ultra is a 170-mile trail run over two days. Participants complete 5 legs in a star pattern, choosing the order for the first four. It can be run solo, in pairs, or in quads.

The Swaledale Marathon is a 24-mile fell run and challenge walk through Swaledale's scenery. Participants must self-navigate and finish within 10 hours. The event has been run by the Swaledale Outdoor Club since 1979.

Ultra-Trail Grizedale is a weekend of trail running and camping in the Lake District's Grizedale Forest. It features an 8-hour team relay on Saturday and a challenging 22 km race on Sunday. The event includes talks, music, and vendor stalls..