Sunderland
Trail Running Calendar near Sunderland 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Sunderland for 2026-2027! We've gathered 69 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
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.
Experience an undulating 5 mile trail race in County Durham featuring a mix of woodland tracks, railway paths, and 500ft of elevation.
A Halloween themed 5 km trail at Trimdon with costumed characters, participant soup and prizes, for ages 12 and over and licensed under UK Athletics.
Test your limits at Newcastle Town Moor in a classic backyard ultra where participants run 4.167 mile laps every hour until only one winner remains.
November 2026
Park races at Rising Sun Country Park in Newcastle offering 5k, 10k and half marathon options with chip timing, marshals, hydration and goody bags.
A 24 hour trail event near Yarm where runners complete a 6.7 km lap each hour for up to 24 hours, limited to 100 places and raising funds for Everymancan.
A trail Time Challenge in Durham along the River Wear offering flexible distances, Remembrance medals and distance pins, aid stations and goody bags.
A seven-mile trail race through the Gibside National Trust estate on 15 November 2026, passing historic landmarks. The event includes water stations, distance markers, baggage storage and live chip timing.
Charity 5 kilometre trail run at Cowpen Bewley Woodland Park raising funds for Zoe's Place and NeoAngels on a two lap undulating course.
December 2026
A 20 km fell race on Gisborough Moors in the North York Moors on Sun 6 Dec 2026, with 850 m of climb. Entry is available by pre-entry and on the day; teams are allowed and the race forms part of the North East Fell Running Champs.
A 2.5 km or 5.0 km trail run at Durham Amateur Rowing Club with themed medals, a Santa visit, and a fully signed course along the River Wear.
Trail time challenge along the River Wear in Durham with distances from 3 km to ultra, themed medal, bobble hat and aid stations.
A flat two lap trail race of 5 kilometres in Ashington Community Woods with goody bags, prizes and local charity support.
Experience a festive trail run at Barn on the Bay with the Trail Blazer Tinsel Dash featuring a 10k race and a family run in Morpeth.