Trail Running calendar near Sunderland 2026-2027

Marked trail races on the private Aske Hall estate offering 5km and 10km courses across pasture, tracks and woodland with finishers food and an optional coaster medal.

Two long distance trail races around the Lake District on 24 to 26 July 2026, with a 100 mile loop from Coniston and a 50 mile race starting at Dalemain Estate.

A 10 km trail race at RSPB St Aidan's Country Park in Swillington, Leeds, held on a Friday evening in July. The route follows public footpaths and bridleways with mostly flat and undulating sections and is limited to 300 runners.

The Punk Panther Takes the Hindmost will take place in Otley on Saturday 25 July 2026.

A 54 to 55 km circular trail on the edge of Pocklington visiting several Wolds villages and lesser used tracks. GPX and live GPS tracking are provided; indoor checkpoints offer toilets and vegan friendly nutrition.

Tackle a classic Lake District fell race on Saturday 25 July 2026 at Beetham Sports Field, a 9.3 km route with 283 m of climb that rewards grit with stunning views. Entry on the day, plus junior sports day races and parking on site.

Tackle classic Lake District terrain at the High Wether Howe fell race on Sat 25 Jul 2026, a 14 km route with 485 m of climb starting and finishing at Stepps Hall. Entry on the day is welcome and proceeds support the Shap community fund.

Riverside trail races at Piglove By The River in Leeds offering an approx 43-45 km ultra and a 22 km half on flat, well signposted courses with water stations, a finisher medal and a pint from Piglove Brewery.

A 14 mile coastal race from Beadnell Harbour to Alnmouth Estuary along the Northumberland coastal path. The event is limited to 1000 runners and is marshalled with first aid; terrain includes sand, road and trail.

This 14 km fell run in the Yorkshire Dales starts from historic Bolton Castle. The route includes 305 metres of climb and welcomes teams. Records show a fast, competitive history for this FRA-permitted event.

The Woodham Burn 5k will take place in Newton Aycliffe on Wednesday 29 July 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

Evening 5 km and 10 km races from Piglove By The River in Leeds, on flat riverside trails along the Trans Pennine Trail. Limited entry, basic facilities, and a courtesy drink for finishers.

Ambleside Sports includes a BOFRA fell race on 30 July 2026 at Rydal Park. The course is 1.70 miles with 800 feet of climb through bracken to a rocky summit and includes senior and junior routes.

An evening pop-up running event in Skipton offering 5 km and 10 km races, pay-on-the-day places, a jumble medal and post-race hot food with drink options.

Join the Heart Of The Lakes Rydal Round, a scenic Lake District fell run of 9 miles with 915 m climb around Rydal Park. Entry is on the day and the race opens Ambleside Sports; sports field admission applies.

A two day fitness festival at Druridge Bay Country Park combining timed ultra races, a functional fitness endurance event, live music, food and wellness activities. Heart Break Lake offers 24 hour, 12 hour and 4 hour timed races with solo,..

A 37 mile loop through the North Pennines AONB run in reverse along Isaac's Tea Trail on 1 August 2026. Options include solo ultra or three person relay, with checkpoints, downloadable GPX, event tracker and a 12 hour cut off.

A 36 mile ultra along the Esk Valley Way from Castleton to Whitby Harbour with 4,054 ascent, full way marking and live GPS tracking. Entries are limited to 50 and the minimum age is 20.

A fell race held within the Osmotherley Show in North Yorkshire on 1 August 2026, covering 8.8 km with 320 m of climb. Entry is open to runners aged 16 and over with day registration and show admission required.

Borrowdale Fell Race on 1 Aug 2026 is a Lake District fell race of 27 km with about 2000 m ascent based at Rosthwaite village. Pre-entry is required, the fee is £16, teams of three are allowed and minimum age is 18.