Trail Running calendar near Sunderland 2025-2026

Run a 10k head torch trail under twinkling lights in Hamsterley Forest at the Hamsterley Moon Runner, with a canicross category and a race memento. Marshals, on course support and post race treats make for a magical night run.

Tackle the Punk Panther Wharfedale Skyline on 15 November 2025 across scenic Wharfedale ridges near Otley, Ilkley and Guiseley. Choose half, 20 mile or ultramarathon routes and finish with hearty food and a medal.

Run the Arnside Knott Race on Sunday 16 November 2025: a scenic 6 mile fell run above Morecambe Bay and the Kent Estuary with about 1093 ft of ascent. Expect varied underfoot terrain and crisp autumn conditions for a true challenge.

The Gibside Fruitbowl is a 7-mile trail race held on the National Trust Gibside Estate in Great Britain. Now in its 25th edition, the undulating course follows tracks and paths that start and finish beside the walled garden, offering scenic..

Explore Slaley Hall woodland on 16 Nov 2025 with half marathon and 10K trail options. Finish with chip timing, a finisher medal and a bacon sandwich inside the hotel. Dogs on lead are welcome for canicross.

Tackle the Holly Hustle, a 10.5 kilometres forest trail through Meanwood Park with views of the Seven Arches viaduct and undulating terrain. Finishers get complimentary soup and options like medals or t shirts.

Join the West Yorkshire Winter League for six hilly trail races across West Yorkshire from November to February. About 5 to 6 miles per race, season pass covers all six and is open to affiliated club members aged 17 and over.

Push your limits on scenic trail loops at the Borders 8 hour Challenge at Rock UK Whithaugh Park as you race to complete as many 4.366 mile laps as possible in eight hours. Electronic timing records each lap and finishers earn a prize.

Take on a scenic 10 km trail around Kendal on 22 November 2025, with limestone scars, cobbled climbs and views over Morecambe Bay. A friendly, not for profit event by Ourea Events supporting Kendal Mountain Rescue.

Run 50 km with 900 m ascent around Kendal, linking summits and landmarks before finishing at the Kendal Mountain Festival Basecamp. Expect well stocked aid stations, live tracking and a festival finish atmosphere.

Run scenic looped trails around historic Kirkstall Abbey, following riverside paths, woodlands and towpaths with distances from 8.8 miles up to an ultra. Expect varied terrain, friendly marshals, feed stations and a bespoke finisher medal.

Support Movember at Leeds MoRun in Roundhay Park while running 1.5k, 5k, 10k or a half marathon on a scenic hilly course. Enjoy a friendly atmosphere, a MoRun medal and finisher headband as you raise funds for men’s health.

Recce the Lakeland 100 route, 26 miles from Coniston to Buttermere, on 23 November 2025. For confirmed 2026 entrants only; coach transport, medical cover and checkpoints provided, but expect rough ground and possible night finishes.

Join Kong Running for the Kong Winter Series at Stybarrow Dodd on 29 Nov 2025, starting from Thirlmere People's Hall. A classic fell run celebrating the series tenth year run in reverse order, perfect for adventurous winter runners.

Take on a 50 miles winter route from Marsden to Ilkley following six Stanza Stones adorned with Simon Armitage poems. Timed with a 24 hour limit, this scenic moorland challenge passes Haworth for a poetic, rugged adventure.

Join the Don't Stop Be Leafin' 5k Dash at Kiplin Hall for a crisp autumn trail through formal gardens, woodland and grassy paths. Spectator friendly, it wraps up with a hot drink and spiced flapjack for finishers and plenty of cheering spot..

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.

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.