Trail Running calendar near Sunderland 2025-2026

Join Swainby Sweep on 19 April 2026 for 7 or 16 mile circular trail races across the North York Moors, from moorland to forest tracks and Cleveland Way views. Feed stations, a goodie bag and trophies await.

Trail Blazer Dam Busters from Heart and Soul Racing offers 10K and Half Marathon routes across rugged Pennine moors from Blackton Grange Estate near Barnard Castle. Expect epic views and true countryside trail running.

Join a scenic 10 km fell race in the Lake District at Witherslack, featuring 340 m of climb on a fully flagged route. No pre entry needed; sign up on the day at Dean Barwick Primary School and enjoy post run refreshments.

Hop into spring at the Bunny Run 3 in Haworth on Tue 21 Apr, a punchy 3 mile trail with 100 m climb through South Pennines. Finishers get a Cadbury's Creme Egg and Easter egg prizes and can enjoy chip butties at the Sun Inn.

Run a scenic 50 km loop along the Wold Rangers Way, starting and finishing at Field House Camping and Coffee Barn near Driffield. Well supported with indoor checkpoints, live GPS tracking and eco finisher options.

Beyond Newcastle on 25 April 2026 offers scenic riverside and forest trails from the Swing Bridge with 25km and 55km waymarked routes, chip timed results, feed stations and a finishers' medal. Expect mixed paved and trail surfaces and firm..

Take on the classic Three Peaks Race around Horton in Ribblesdale on 25 April 2026, summiting Pen y Ghent, Whernside and Ingleborough across roughly 39 km with big climbs and stunning views. Run solo or as a six person relay team.

Take on The Fellsman, a rugged point to point traverse of the Yorkshire Dales covering over 60 miles and 11,000 feet of ascent, or opt for the shorter Fellsman Dart at about 30 miles. Volunteer run with checkpoints, navigation required and..

Run a unique course at RAF Spadeadam, passing Blue Streak rocket platforms and military relics with sweeping views of the Lake District and Hadrian's Wall. Tackle 11 km or 14 mile routes and support the RAF Benevolent Fund.

Join the Trail Outlaws Urban Trail Series for fully marked, marshalled trail races from 5K to half marathon, with prizes and a season ticket that saves on entry. Friendly vibe and great reviews make it a top pick for runners.

Run through the North York Moors at the Heartbeat Hobble in Goathland, an 11.9 km fell with 290 m of climb. Entry on the day and a village hall finish create a friendly spring fell outing.

Join the Bunny Run Relay in the South West Pennines for a playful team race of three, each running a short hilly leg. On the day entries only, eggs serve as batons and every finisher gets a Cadbury creme egg.

Cockfield Chase in County Durham is a friendly 7 km fell race with 160 m of climb, run as a guided first lap and a raced second lap. Ideal for beginners and club runners, entries are available in advance or on the day.

Take an evening trail run through Gibside National Trust with 5 km and 10 km options, canicross friendly with one controlled dog per runner. Live chip timing, bespoke finisher medals and sweeping woodland views make this a memorable spring..

Enjoy a scenic riverside run on the Trans Pennine Trail with 5 km and 10 km routes, mostly flat and fast. Limited to 150 runners, finishers get a drink from Piglove Brewery and night runners must carry a headtorch.

Tackle the Lords Seat Fell race at Whinlatter Visitor Centre, an 8 km route with 430 m of climb across scenic, rugged fells. Entry on the day only £7 cash, with junior races and a start from the visitor centre car park.

Tackle a 50 mile ultra in the Yorkshire Dales on 2 May 2026, starting and finishing at Malham. Scenic but tough, the Pennine Barrier climbs over 2500 m and passes Malham Cove, Malham Tarn and the Yorkshire 3 Peaks.

Take on the CBTE Esk Valley Epic, a 36 mile tracked ultra around the scenic Esk Valley from Glaisdale. Tackle big climbs, enjoy checkpoint support and earn a finishers medal and shirt to celebrate this classic northern challenge.

Tackle a classic Lake District fell race in Coniston: 14 km of rugged trails with 1065 m of climb, rewarding effort with stunning upland views. Proceeds support Coniston MRT and pre entry is required.

Classic fell race through the North York Moors on Sunday 3 May 2026, 15 km with about 605 m of climb from Fryup Gill near Whitby. Entry on the day makes it ideal for spontaneous runners and teams seeking a rugged challenge.