Trail Running calendar near South Shields 2025-2026

Take on the legendary Fellsman across the Yorkshire Dales, a rugged 60 plus miles point to point with 11,000 feet of climb and staffed checkpoints for support. A shorter Fellsman Dart covers 30 plus miles with the same navigation challenge..

Run through Cold War history and sweeping Lake District and Hadrian's Wall views at the RAF Spadeadam Blue Streak Trail Run on 25 April 2026. Choose a 14 mile or 11 km route and support the RAF Benevolent Fund.

Join the Trail Outlaws Urban Trail Series for fully marked 5K and half marathon trail races for all abilities. Enter single races or save with discounted series entry and enjoy a free presentation evening.

Run through the North York Moors at the Heartbeat Hobble in Goathland, an 11.9 km fell with 290 m of climb. Entry on the day and a village hall finish create a friendly spring fell outing.

Cockfield Chase in County Durham is a friendly 7 km fell race with 160 m of climb, run as a guided first lap and a raced second lap. Ideal for beginners and club runners, entries are available in advance or on the day.

Take an evening trail run through Gibside National Trust with 5 km and 10 km options, canicross friendly with one controlled dog per runner. Live chip timing, bespoke finisher medals and sweeping woodland views make this a memorable spring..

Tackle the Lords Seat Fell race at Whinlatter Visitor Centre, an 8 km route with 430 m of climb across scenic, rugged fells. Entry on the day only £7 cash, with junior races and a start from the visitor centre car park.

Tackle a 50 mile trail ultramarathon through the stunning limestone scenery of Malham and the Yorkshire Dales on 2 May 2026. Expect big climbs, iconic peaks and well stocked checkpoints on this tough but beautifully scenic UKA permitted rac..

Take on the CBTE Esk Valley Epic, a 36 mile tracked ultra around the scenic Esk Valley from Glaisdale. Tackle big climbs, enjoy checkpoint support and earn a finishers medal and shirt to celebrate this classic northern challenge.

Tackle a classic Lake District fell race in Coniston: 14 km of rugged trails with 1065 m of climb, rewarding effort with stunning upland views. Proceeds support Coniston MRT and pre entry is required.

Join the Carlisle City Urban Trail Run, a 10 km city and off road course from The Sands Centre on 6 May 2026. Limited to 300 runners, with live chip timing and age group prizes for a fun spring challenge.

Tackle a classic Lake District fell race from Dockray to Hartside on Wed 6 May 2026, covering 10 km with a stiff 800 m of climb. Entry on the day is £5 with parking at the quarry car park. Expect a tough scenic course and friendly vibes.

Take on the Cautley Horseshoe fell race near Sedbergh on 6 May 2026, a short but brutal 7.5 km with 805 m of ascent and spectacular upland views. Entry on the day is £5 and the Cross Keys Inn will be open for post race food and drink.

Take on THE LAP, a fully waymarked 47 mile 75K trail ultra circling Lake Windermere, open to runners and walkers with a 24 hour limit. Enjoy scenic low level Lakes running, stocked aid stations, GPS tracking and a finisher medal.

Join the Lakeland Paws finale at Dodd Wood on Saturday 9 May 2026 for a dog friendly trail run through beautiful woodland. Choose 5K or 8K loops with chip timing and harnesses available to borrow.

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.

Take on the Hardmoors 26.2 White Horse Trail at Sutton Bank on Sunday 10 May 2026 with marathon, half marathon or trail 10k options. Rugged, partly unmarked routes demand route finding and mandatory kit for a proper trail challenge.

Join the Lakeland Paws Whinlatter Double Header at Whinlatter on 10 May 2026 for summit runs to Seat How. Forest trails welcome runners with or without dogs in this lively season finale.

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.