Trail Running calendar near Sunderland 2026-2027

A 10k trail race in the Due North series, featuring a long climb to Arncliffe Moor, about 3 km on moorland and a downhill finish toward Kilnsey Crag. On-course drinks, a post-race meal and free parking are provided.

A night trail run of about 20 miles around the North York Moors from Goathland Village Hall, operating from sundown to sunup. Entrants use trackers, carry mandatory kit and must finish within 6.5 hours; places limited to 40.

Enjoy a 7 hour time challenge along the scenic River Wear with views of Durham Cathedral. Run or walk as many laps as you choose to earn themed medals and distance pins on this inclusive trail course.

Enjoy a community fun run through the scenic landscape of North Yorkshire. Starting from Grantley village, this event features music and a welcoming school finish loop for all participants.

The Hawkswick Dash is a classic short fell race in the Yorkshire Dales. The 1.4-mile course features a steep climb to a ridge and a fast, technical descent. It's a popular BOFRA championship counter suitable for all age groups.

Trail half marathon at Harewood House in West Yorkshire on Sunday 21st June 2026. The route moves through plantations and Sugar Hill, circles Eccup Reservoir and returns via Piper Wood, with finishers receiving a medal and a prize.

Timed trail event along the River Wear near Durham Cathedral offering flexible distances from 3 km up to 50 km, fully signed course, themed medals and goody bags, with aid stations and vegan options.

A 7 miles fell race with 600 m of ascent through limestone country above Settle, hosting the 2026 Yorkshire Senior and Under 23 Fell Running Championships. The flagged course includes steep climbs, rough ground, two checkpoints and a water..

Take on the Baystones & Wansfell fell race in the Lake District on 21 June 2026, a scenic but testing 10.8 km course with 504 m of climb around Troutbeck. Pre entry and day registration available with modest fees and limited parking.

Trail running in Barnard Castle with 3.5, 9 and 15 mile waymarked routes along the Teesdale Way. Courses include aid stations, finishers' memento, free photos and optional post-run yoga.

The Fellrunner at Windy Gyle is a rugged 13.7 km test with 549 m of climb across scenic Northumberland hills on Sun 21 Jun 2026. Entry on the day is welcome with modest fees for members and non members.

Take on a scenic 12 km course across the North York Moors with 400 m of climb for a rewarding midweek challenge. Entry on the day, friendly teams welcome and a post race BBQ helps raise money for charity.

Take on the Reston Scar Scamper at Staveley Mill Yard on Wed 24 Jun 2026, a lively 6 km fell race with 301 m of climb across fully marked Lake District trails. On the day entry is £5 and all proceeds support Staveley community projects.

An evening pop up race in Kirkstall offering 5k and 10k routes, on-site registration, a jumble medal and food and drink options. The event is next to the Leeds and Liverpool Canal near the Bridge Shopping Centre.

A summer trail running event at Chopwell Woods on 27 June 2026 offering 5, 10 and 15 mile routes, live chip timing, and a finishers' medal with food and drink. The course lies in 360 hectares of mixed woodland near Rowlands Gill.

Celebrate the 50th Alston Gala with this historic 6.2 km fell race to Park Fell and back. Support the local mountain rescue team while tackling a 211 meter climb in the North Pennines.

Join the Eldwick Gala fell race in the South West Pennines, a scenic but testing 3 mile course with 168 m climb and short junior races. Limited to 200 runners, this community event blends tough trails and festival fun.

On 27 June 2026 in Kettlewell, this fundraising event offers three routes from 17 to 4.5 miles across Wharfedale, with GPX routes, on-course water stations, and entry fees that include parking and refreshments.

At Honister Slate Mine on 27 June 2026, runners can choose 5 km or 10 km routes that combine open-fell sections with a c.700 m underground mine passage requiring helmet and headtorch. Courses are waymarked and marshaled; entrants must be 16..

A coastal out and back trail at Sewerby with views to Flamborough, offering 10k, half marathon and marathon distances and a meal at the Ship Inn.