Trail Running calendar near South Shields 2026-2027

A 7 hour Time Challenge on the River Wear in Durham with distances from 3 km to ultra, Scare Bear themed medals and distance pins, signed trail laps and aid tables offering drinks and snacks including vegan options.

Tackle the Viking Chase, a 12 km fell race across the North York Moors on 11 Oct 2026, featuring 572 m of climb and sweeping moorland views. Entry on the day, adults only, with proceeds to Cleveland Mountain Rescue.

A 7 hour timed trail event along the River Wear in Durham on 11 October 2026 with lap-based distances from a 3 km minimum up to marathon, 50 km and ultra options. Medals, goody bags and aid stations are provided; headphones allowed.

Self navigated 50k from Grassington through Malham Tarn, Buckden Pike and parts of the Dales Way with GPX files, aid stations, live tracking and a minimum age of 20.

Multi-distance running event in Knaresborough with 10k (ish), half, 20-mile, marathon and ultra options on a 6.5-mile loop through parkland and a converted rail track. Feed stations, finisher medal and post-race refreshments are provided.

Trail races on 18 October 2026 near Shotley Bridge offering 53 km and 25 km routes, feed stations, live chip timing, mandatory kit for the ultra and free parking.

A 9 km fell race with 250 m of climb in the North York Moors, starting and finishing at Sutton Bank Visitor Centre. The course is partially marked, requires navigation without GPS, and requires full FRA mandatory kit.

Two trail races at Danby Lodge on 18 October 2026, offering 10 km and 5 km loops with a 150 runner limit. Entries close 1 October or when full and fees differ for affiliated and unaffiliated runners.

Family-friendly Halloween fun run at Thorpe Farm Centre with adult 5K and children 2K or 5K, costume prizes and proceeds donated to UTASS.

Off road 10K through the Riddell Estate with views of the Eildon and Cheviot Hills. A fundraising event with pay what you can entry and a 200 runner limit.

Approximately 5 mile trail race near Shield Row over tarmac, gravel and woodland trails with about 500 ft of elevation.

Trail ultramarathon along the Nidderdale Way with 13, 20, 32 and 55 mile options through classic Yorkshire landmarks and supplied trackers for all entrants.

Trail races in the North York Moors at Ravenscar on 24 Oct 2026, offering 10K, half, marathon and ultra routes on moorland using sections of the Cleveland Way.

The Nidderdale Way Ultramarathon will take place in Pateley Bridge on Saturday 24 October 2026.

A 38 mile trail ultramarathon with a relay option held in association with the Jedburgh Running Festival. The event on 24 October 2026 is presented as LGBTIQ+ and nonbinary friendly, with entries opening 1 March 2026 at 8pm.

Cross the Lake District from north to south on this 54 mile ultra along the Cumbria Way. This supported race features over 2600 meters of ascent and offers live GPS tracking for all participants.

Tackle Lockton Limping, a scenic fell race across the North York Moors covering 11.2 km with 350 m of climb and sweeping views. Entry is on the day at Lockton Village Hall, perfect for both competitive and social runners.

Obstacle-course race at Aske estate for dogs and owners, with 5 km and 10 km routes, dozens of marked obstacles and an 850 m muddy assault section.

Trail Outlaws stages Dark Skies Run @ Wooler in Northumberland with fully marked trails, stocked check points and options for a Trail 10k or a Half Marathon. Entry fees shown range from £25 to £36.

Trail running from Glenridding around Helvellyn and Ullswater with 5 km, 10 km and two 15 km options on waymarked, marshalled routes.