Trail Running calendar near Sunderland 2025-2026

Circle Ullswater on a scenic 20 miles lakeside route or push further on a 24 miles high level fell traverse in a friendly, non competitive event. Staffed checkpoints, clear waymarking and post event tea and cake make for a rewarding day out..

Test your trail skills at the Post Hill Challenge, a 5.6 km off road race featuring two gritty climbs and muddy, slippery sections that reward aggressive trail shoes. Join runners aged 16 to 80+ for a fun, autumnal challenge on 1 November 2..

Join the Tommy Runs at Seaham on Sunday 2 November 2025 for 5 km and 10 km seafront courses that mix road, promenade and coastal trails. A one minute silence at the Tommy War Memorial will be observed before each race.

Seven cross country races across the Scottish Borders from November to March, with junior and senior events at each venue. Join the series for a full season of mud, camaraderie and competition with chip fitted bibs mailed before race one.

Join the Gunpowder Plod at York Knavesmire on Sunday 2 November 2025 for 5, 10 or 15 km loops on mostly paved track with some grass, plus a family one mile fun run. All finishers earn a Gunpowder Plot themed medal and enjoy chocolate goodie..

Join Old Mother Shipton's Soft Shoe Shuffle in historic Knaresborough for a scenic 6.5 mile loop race with distances from 10k to ultra. Flatish trail and road laps, friendly marshals and a bespoke finisher medal await.

Take on the scenic 10 mile Derwentwater Ten around the lake in Keswick, a challenging clockwise loop of undulating tarmac. Hosted by Keswick AC from Keswick School, this popular autumn race offers on site facilities and race day support.

Its Grim Up North Running presents Swinsty & Fewston Reservoir Autumn Day 1, a scenic autumn trail race near Otley, North Yorkshire. The highlight is a 6.6-mile loop around Fewston and Swinsty reservoirs, with additional distances offered o..

Take on the Brigantia Hogsheads Challenge: a 6 hour chip timed run on a flat 1 km circuit in York, where every finisher earns a bespoke medal and goody bag. Bring a refillable bottle and enjoy homemade cakes and snacks.

Its Grim Up North Running’s Swinsty & Fewston Reservoir Autumn Day 2 offers a choice of distances from a 6.6/6.7-mile loop around Fewston and Swinsty reservoirs to a half marathon, 20-miler, and marathon. Based at the Swinsty/Fewston Reserv..

Grim Reservoir Dogs, organized by It’s Grim Up North Running, takes place at Swinsty and Fewston Reservoirs in North Yorkshire. The event offers two looped courses of 3.3 miles or 6.6 miles, designed for running with your dog. Participants..

Moonlight Meander, a nocturnal trail race by Its Grim Up North Running, takes place at Swinsty & Fewston Reservoir Car Park, North Lane, Otley, LS21 2NP (North Yorkshire). Runners can choose a 4-mile or 8-mile loop through woodland under pi..

Take on the rugged North York Moors at Hardmoors 26.2 Goathland, a scenic but demanding 27.5 mile trail marathon. Expect big climbs, unmarked routes requiring map reading, and coastal views in a friendly series atmosphere.

Celebrate Heart & Soul Racing's first birthday with a fun 4 km rave run in Newcastle with music and glow sticks. The run ends at Anarchy Brew Co for a private after party with live music, pizza and your first drink included for £5.

The Saturn Remembrance Day Run 2025 - North takes place in Durham City at the Durham Amateur Rowing Club. This inclusive trail running event features a flexible 6-hour 32-minute time challenge, allowing participants to run distances from a..

Run Bolton Abbey on 9 November 2025 offers scenic, hilly trail routes through the estate with distances from a family 2.4 mile fun run to a challenging half marathon. Entries are limited and proceeds support Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice.

Run at Skipwith Common on Sunday 9 November across runnable forest, heath and moorland with intriguing WWII bunkers and varied technical challenges. Courses for all ages and abilities make it great for families and serious orienteers alike.

Join Wild Deer on 9 November 2025 for a 75 minute coached interval session featuring hill efforts and a 5.5 mile route. Try SCOTT Sports shoes during the workout and sharpen pace and strength with expert coaching.

Enjoy the Claro Autumn Evening Street Series: six friendly 45 minute score events using the MapRun app. Tuesday evenings in different towns, meeting near a pub, with help for newcomers and shadowing required for under 16s.

Test your endurance at Gods Own Backyard Ultra in Hawksworth, Leeds on 15 November 2025. Run a 4.167 mile loop every hour across canal towpath, trails and woodland until one runner remains, with hot drinks, camping and Yorkshire goodie bag.