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Trail Running Calendar near Sunderland 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Sunderland for 2026-2027! We've gathered 77 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
November 2026
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 km trail run at Cowpen Bewley Woodland Park, two laps on undulating mixed terrain, organised by Billingham Running Club to raise funds for local charities.
Social 5 km and 10 km trail runs around the Derwent Valley from Pedalling Squares in Swalwell, with coffee afterward, free parking at Swalwell Bank, no dogs allowed.
December 2026
Guisborough Moors is a 12.5 mile 20.1 km fell race on 6 December from Guisborough Sea Cadets Hall with about 792 m ascent and entry on the day.
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.
Annual 5 km trail race in Ashington Community Woods with two flat laps, goody bags for finishers and a donation to the Friends of the Woods.
A Christmas-themed coastal trail at Druridge Bay offering 10 km, 6 km and a family 2.5 km run with dog-friendly features and timed results.
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.
Take on a scenic 8.8 km fell race from Guisborough Rugby Club through the North York Moors, with 376 m of climb to test your legs. Junior races and team categories make it a festive late December outing with on the day entries and post race refreshme..
January 2027
Trail runs of 5 and 10 miles at Gibside National Trust with live chip timing, canicross welcome, free parking and finishers' medal plus refreshment.
A 10K trail run in Ashington on 10 January 2027 through community woods and QEII Country Park, relatively flat terrain and canicross friendly.
A 7 hour trail Time Challenge in Durham along the River Wear offering flexible distances from 3 km to 50 km, themed medals, goody bags and aid stations.
Beach and trail routes at Druridge Bay Country Park with 5km, 10km and half marathon options, chip timing and finishers' medals.
A night trail on the Northumberland coast with a 6 km beach and lakeside route where runners may bring one, two or no dogs, timed results and a finishers pack.
February 2027
A roughly 10 miles point to point coastal trail run from Druridge Bay to Newbiggin-by-the-Sea with live chip timing and canicross option.
Trail marathon, half and 10k at Saltburn-by-the-Sea with self-navigation, mandatory kit requirements and a 330 runner limit.
A seven hour Time Challenge along the River Wear in Durham on 14 February 2027, offering distances from 3 km to 50 km with medals, pins and goody bags.