Trail Running calendar near Sunderland 2025-2026

Scenic 31.7 km circular trail from Muker taking in Kisdon Force, the high moors and the Tan Hill Inn with almost 3,000 ft of climb and sweeping Dales views. Mostly grass and footpath underfoot, so trail shoes are recommended.

Swinner Swagger is a summer fell and trail race around Muker, roughly 15.5 km of sweeping moorland, riverside meadows and rocky gills. Expect rugged terrain, marshalled crossings and warming post race soup and drinks at Usha Gap.

Blacksheep 3 and 6 Hour Challenge takes place in Masham, on the edge of the North Yorkshire Dales. It offers a six‑hour option—running as many laps as you can within the window—and a three‑hour option. The marshalled, signed course blends t..

Run a scenic 10 km trail around Wheelbirks Parlour in Stocksfield, with forest tracks, river crossings and challenging climbs. Finishers get an eco medal and wild flower seeds and can cool down with ice cream at the parlour.

Saint Cuthbert's Way Ultra The Saint Cuthbert's Way Ultra is organised by Trail Outlaws and is based at Wooler Youth Hostel, 30 Cheviot Street, Wooler, Northumberland, NE71 6LW. The event follows Saint Cuthbert's Way, a long-distance walkin..

The Lakeland Trails Ultra will take place in Ambleside on Saturday 11 July 2026. You can run between 14 and 100 kilometers.

Run 50K from Whitby to Pickering visiting eight railway stations along scenic, rugged trails with mud, rocks and uneven ground. Partially self navigational and fully tracked in 2026, the event welcomes quick walkers with a 13 hour cutoff.

Tackle the Swirral Grind 850, a challenging uphill only 6 km climb with 850 m ascent to Helvellyn's Swirral Edge. Set in the Lake District UNESCO World Heritage Site, the event includes professional safety support and a quirky seed bomb fin..

Tackle the iconic Helvellyn circuit in the Rab Helvellyn Sky Ultra, a 57 km mountain challenge with 3700 m of ascent across Striding Edge and Swirral Edge. Expect rugged terrain, checkpoints, GPS tracking and hearty vegan soup at the finish..

Place Fell 15 in Patterdale is a scenic 15 km trail around Ullswater with about 680 m of ascent, offering semi technical trails and stunning fell views. Part of the Helvellyn Sky Ultra weekend, it mixes fast runnable sections with testing c..

Run the iconic St Sunday Sky Race in the Lake District, a 29 km mountain trail with 2050 m of ascent across St Sunday Crag and the Eastern Fells. Fully marked course with tracking, aid stations and a hearty post race meal.

Epic 28 km skyrace on Helvellyn with 2700 m of ascent over knife edge ridgelines, graded scrambles and loose scree slopes. Entry is limited and vetted, so only experienced mountain runners should apply.

Experience the Cracoe Fell Races in the dramatic Yorkshire Dales, a short but testing 4.2 km course of tussocks, ditches and a final steep climb to the pinnacle. Open to juniors and seniors, it is a classic fell challenge.

Run or walk through the historic Aske Hall estate on gentle trails that cross parkland, terraced gardens and a lakeside Roman style temple. Pick a 5 km run or walk or a 10 km challenge and enjoy finisher food amid stunning countryside.

Classic Lake District ultra races from Coniston offering 100 mile and 50 mile trail challenges across rugged fells and scenic passes. Expect demanding terrain, checkpoints and a true fell running experience for seasoned ultrarunners.

Test your limits at Punk Panther Takes the Hindmost, an elimination ultramarathon around Swinsty and Fewston reservoirs with 10 km laps and progressive knockouts until one runner remains. Trophies, finisher tee and medal await.

Tackle a scenic 55 km loop from Pocklington across quiet valleys, meadows and village lanes in the Yorkshire Wolds with about 4,100 ft of ascent. Expect live GPS tracking, vegan friendly aid and eco medal choices at the finish.

Enjoy a flat, riverside run through Leeds with the AIRE Ultra Trail and Super Trail Half starting from Piglove By The River near Granary Wharf. Choose around 45 km ultra or 22 km half, pass nature reserves, and celebrate with a local medal..

Take on the classic Ambleside fell race near Rydal Park, a short but sharp climb to a rocky summit set in Lakeland scenery. Open to seniors and juniors with age categories, this BOFRA counter promises a stiff test of speed and stamina.

Run Isaac's Tea Trail Ultra Backwards, a 37 miles loop in the wild North Pennines with about 4800 ft of climb and a 12 hour time limit. Mostly self navigating, the route has checkpoints, event tracking and a finisher mug.