Trail Running calendar near South Shields 2025-2026

Take on Hardmoors 26.2 White Horse at Sutton Bank Visitor Centre for scenic rugged trail running across the North Yorkshire moors. Choose marathon, half or 10k on circular, self navigated courses with a small field and cupless format.

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.

Run or walk scenic trails at Constable Burton Hall, choosing 5 km or 10 km routes through pasture, woodland and a lively stream crossing. Limited to 200 entrants, this friendly estate event offers post race food and a charity donation.

Experience stunning Dales trails at the Punk Panther Skipton Skedaddle on 16 May 2026, with distances from a half to a 50 mile ultra that visit Malham Tarn and Gordale Scar. Expect big climbs, epic views and a festival finish with medal and..

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.

Take on the Oswiu's Revenge half marathon on 17 May 2026, a scenic trail loop around Black Hambleton and Silton Woods near Osmotherley. Limited to 50 runners, this technical course rewards finishers with a bespoke medal and certificate.

Join the Derwent Reservoir 5k and 10k trail runs on 17 May 2026 for scenic routes around the reservoir with grassy paths and woodland trails. Canicross friendly with medals, snacks and live chip timing for a fun, fast day out.

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 as far as you like along the scenic River Wear in the Dun Holm Challenge, a seven hour time event at Durham. Enter single days or all five for a commemorative t shirt and enjoy signed trails, aid stations and vegan options.

The Hardmoors 200 is a 200 mile single stage ultramarathon across the Yorkshire Wolds and Cleveland coast to Helmsley. Limited to 50 runners and held every two years, it is a rugged, epic trail test.

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.

Take on the Hardmoors 110, a 110 mile ultramarathon along the scenic Cleveland Way through the North York Moors and coastal towns. Start in Filey and finish in Helmsley with 36 hours to conquer moors, cliffs and ever changing trails.

Join Weekend 9 on 23 May 2026 in the Howgill Fells, a 25 km fell route with about 1500 m of ascent inspired by the 23 SAS final test. Options for load bearing, runner or walker with waymarks and manned checkpoints.

Take on the classic Hutton Roof Crags Fell Race, a scenic 11 km route with about 400 m of ascent over limestone crags and knolls. Expect rugged terrain and navigation challenges, plus a friendly village fair with cakes and refreshments afte..

Run the Whinlatter Forest Half Marathon or 10K on 24 May 2026 on scenic trails with steep climbs, fast descents and views of Bassenthwaite and Skiddaw. Canicross welcome and finishers receive a bespoke medal and a drink.

Coniston Gullies is a BOFRA fell race in Coniston, Lake District on 24 May 2026, featuring a short but brutal 1 mile route with 900 ft of climb. Expect a steep ascent, scree descent and lively on the day entries for all ages.

Take on the Glaramara Fell Race on Sun 24 May 2026 in the Lake District, starting from Glaramara Outdoor Centre at Seatoller. The 8 km course packs 700 m of climb and entry on the day is free with donations to charity.