Trail Running calendar near Stamfordham 2025-2026

Take on winter trails through Dalby Forest with 10km, half marathon and marathon options that wind through towering trees and moorland. Canicross friendly, with a bespoke medal, post race snacks and a welcoming atmosphere.

The Drop Kendal drops solo runners or teams at an unknown location blindfolded and challenges them to find their way back to base in Kendal. Choose 10 or 15 mile routes for a map free test of navigation and stamina.

Join the Crag Fell Handicap in Ennerdale on 6 December. This scenic 2.5 mile out and back to the summit features staggered handicap starts for a friendly, competitive fell run.

Take on the SCOTT Sports Winter Cheviot Goat, a tough winter ultra across the wild Cheviot hills of Northumberland covering about 55 miles. Expect a changeable course, GPS tracking, a 24 hour time limit and camping by HQ for a proper weeken..

Join a friendly all abilities group run on 7 December 2025 at Land of Oak and Iron, Derwent Walk with qualified coaches. Interval training with hill efforts covers roughly 5 to 7 miles in about 75 minutes for fitness and fun.

Join Lakeland Paws Grizedale Growl on 7 December 2025 for scenic forest runs with views over Coniston Water. Chip timed 5K and 10K loops with individual starts make this a relaxed dog friendly event for runners with or without dogs.

Join the Punk Panther Christmas Cracker in Otley on 13 December for festive trail running with 12, 19 and 32 mile options on a mystery route. Small field, lively checkpoints and a medal and event T shirt for finishers.

Join Lakeland Paws Dawn 2 Dusk at Whinlatter Forest on 13 December for a canicross endurance event where solo and pair teams cover as many 7 km laps as daylight allows. Scenic tracks, big climbs and friendly support await you and your dog.

Join this 10k trail through Rising Sun Country Park on 14 December 2025, with one big climb and mainly downhill running across gravel, grass and woodland paths. Every finisher receives a race memento and a packet of wild flower seeds.

Join the Christmas Carol Bobble Hat Run, a 7 hour timed trail along the River Wear with cathedral views and a flat, well signed course. Pick distances from short laps to marathon and ultra and finish with a themed medal, bobble hat and good..

Join the Fell Em Doon Festive 5 km in Ashington on 14 December 2025 for a flat two lap trail run on traffic free paths. Every finisher gets a mug and medal and you can enjoy festive stalls and a lively post race atmosphere.

Explore Coatham Woods near Eaglescliffe in CLOK's regional orienteering event at Birk Brow and Skelton Warren on Sunday 14 Dec. Routes from beginner white to challenging brown suit all abilities, dogs welcome and limited entries on the day.

Join the A Christmas Carol Bobble Hat Run at Durham for a festive 7 hour time challenge along the River Wear with cathedral views. Run as many 7 km laps as you like and earn a themed medal and bobble hat.

Silent Night is a challenging night fell race to Chapelfell Top across rough pathless ground, run entirely in the dark and demanding strong navigation skills. Strict kit and proven navigation experience are required, making it a true winter..

Beyond the Lune Skyline Winter Ultra: tackle a 65 km trail loop around Kirkby Lonsdale with 2000 m of ascent on 20 December 2025, navigating mainly footpaths and bridleways. Two checkpoints offer hot feeds and the finish serves pizza, crumb..

Beyond the Lune Winter Editions at The Royal Barn in Kirkby Lonsdale offers scenic 5, 10 and 20 km trail runs from a venue with brewery and coffee roastery. Finish with a hot drink and mince pie plus an adult finisher beer.

Join festive trail runs through Chopwell Woods on 21 December with 1 mile family, 4 mile and 8 mile options welcoming all ages. Canicross friendly, with medals and mince pies for finishers for a merry post run celebration.

Join the Wobbly Christmas Pudding 13km Run in Melrose for a festive mixed trail challenge with rolling hills and seasonal spirit. Enjoy a scenic December outing that combines rugged trails and holiday fun for runners of all levels.

Celebrate Christmas Eve with the North Berwick Santa Beach Run on 24 December, a festive coastal run across sands and rocks with 2k, 5k and 10k options for all ages. Enjoy scenic views while supporting Medecins Sans Frontieres.

Take on the classic Wansfell scramble in Ambleside on 27 December, a short but steep climb to a rocky summit with spectacular views and a lively finish at Force Cafe. This is a winter fell race so full FRA kit will be checked at registratio..