Trail Running calendar near Sunderland 2025-2026

Run a scenic flat 10K through Golden Acre Park and trails in Cookridge, a single lap route past Paul's Pond and woodland. Places are limited to 360 and proceeds support Cancer Research UK and local community groups.

Run as far as you like along the scenic River Wear in the Dun Holm Challenge, a seven hour time event at Durham. Enter single days or all five for a commemorative t shirt and enjoy signed trails, aid stations and vegan options.

Take on Hardmoors 200, a rugged 200 mile ultramarathon along the Yorkshire coast and moors with massive ascent and a 60 hour cutoff. With only 50 solo spots every two years, it demands careful planning and solid crew support.

Join Day 2 of the Dun Holm Challenge, a 7 hour timed run around the River Wear with flat laps and Cathedral views. Choose from a 3 km finisher up to ultras and 50 km, with aid stations, toilets and vegan options.

Take on the Panopticons Ultra, a 32 mile point to point trail ultramarathon around East Lancashire and the South Pennines, linking four iconic art installations. Expect about 4,700 ft of climb and panoramic moorland views on May 23 2026.

Hardmoors 110 is an epic 110 mile coastal ultramarathon along the Cleveland Way from Filey to Helmsley with a 36 hour time limit. Run iconic coastline through Whitby, Robin Hoods Bay and Saltburn before crossing the North York Moors.

WEEKEND 9 on 23 May 2026 in the Howgill Fells is a waymarked fell challenge of 25 km with 1500 m ascent inspired by the 23 SAS final test. Be self sufficient; finishers get a patch and post race drinks at the pub.

Run the Whinlatter Forest Half Marathon or 10K on 24 May 2026 on scenic trails with steep climbs, fast descents and views of Bassenthwaite and Skiddaw. Canicross welcome and finishers receive a bespoke medal and a drink.

Coniston Gullies is a short, steep fell race on Sunday 24 May 2026 that climbs hard before plunging down a scree strewn descent above Coniston. A BOFRA Championship counter for juniors and seniors, the event includes a 15 minute walk from p..

Explore Grasmere in the OMM Lite Trail Quest Team on 30 to 31 May 2026, racing solo or in teams to visit as many of 30 mapped checkpoints as you can before the time limit. Expect live tracking, bespoke maps, timing chips and a hot post race..

Join the Yorkshire Weekend Saunter Series at the Fisherman Inn in Bingley for scenic, relaxed runs where you can run, jog or walk at your own pace. Choose 5K 10K or half marathon and enjoy a jumble medal, hot food and a drink at the finish.

Tackle the stunning Grasmere Gallop, a fully way marked 42 km trail loop around Grasmere with dramatic climbs, tarns and lakeside views. Finishers receive a Langdale slate medal and homemade cake at the line.

Experience the Settle Saunter on 31 May 2026 in Settle with a scenic run or walk through the quieter Yorkshire Dales. Pick 23 mile, half marathon or 10k routes and support local charities and fell rescue at this friendly community event.

Climb to the top at the Stickle Grind 650, a 2.4 km vertical race with 650 m ascent to the summit of Harrison Stickle on 5 June 2026 in Ambleside. Expect marked mountain trails, a recycled seed medal and live music at Lanty Slees.

Tackle the North Leeds Skyline for scenic but testing off road trails around Otley, with distances from a 50 km ultra to shorter 16 km and relay options. Expect marked routes, checkpoints and friendly race support.

On 6 June 2026 run a 21 km valley trail through the dramatic fells of Great and Little Langdale with 850 m of ascent as part of the Rab Scafell Skyrunning Weekend. Enjoy technical trails, UNESCO scenery, a recycled paper mache wildflower se..

Explore the Southern Lake District from Kendal on 6 and 7 June with looped ultra and shorter trail options that pass Ambleside Garburn Pass and Lake Windermere. Choose single or two day formats with strong support for walkers and runners.

Take part in the Samaritans Way Ultra on 6 June 2026 in Guisborough with 40 km and 60 km options, solo or relay. Fully supported course with updated routes and profits donated to Teesside Samaritans.

Take on a 24 hour 50 mile traverse from Marsden to Ilkley across South Pennine moors, visiting six poetic Stanza Stones and the historic village of Haworth. Expect rugged climbs, live tracking and hearty checkpoints to keep you moving.

Run 100 km along the stunning Northumberland coast from Bamburgh to Tynemouth Priory, passing castles, harbours and dramatic sea views. Waymarked and supported with feed stations and medical cover, with a 24 hour cutoff.