Trail Running calendar near Sunderland 2026-2027

Trail races from Station Top, Otley on public footpaths with 51 km, 25 km and 16 km options plus a 50 km relay; mandatory kit, mapped routes, manned checkpoints and limited facilities at race HQ.

A technical 21 km trail run around Great and Little Langdale. The race, part of the Scafell Skyrunning Weekend, starts from the Lanty Slees Stickle Barn. It offers a fully marked course through a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Explore the southern Lake District on a looped route starting from Kendal. Choose from distances ranging from 10 km to 100 km, with full support and optional camping. New for 2026 are competitive categories for fast runners and hasty hikers..

The Samaritans Way Ultra Trail follows official trails created by Teesside Samaritans. Choose from a 40km marathon or a 60km ultra distance, with the ultra also available as a relay. All event profits support the local Samaritans branch.

Stanza Stones Summer Edition The Stanza Stones Summer Edition is a 50-mile ultra-marathon on a linear route from Marsden to Ilkley in the South Pennines. The course has over 6,800 feet of ascent and visits all six Stanza Stones, which are p..

This 100km ultra follows the historic Northumberland coastline from Bamburgh Castle to Tynemouth Priory. It's a fully supported point-to-point journey passing iconic castles and harbours. Finishers are rewarded with a medal, merchandise, an..

The Pen Y Ghent Fell Race kicks off the Yorkshire Dales Classics Series. This 12.2km AM category race features over 600m of climb, starting from Horton in Ribblesdale. Team entries are welcome.

The Wharfedale Trail Half Marathon is a 13.2-mile trail race with over 2,000 feet of ascent in the Yorkshire Dales. It starts and finishes at Wharfedale Rugby Club in Threshfield. Prizes over £800 are on offer, and all competitors receive a..

Trail runs from Coniston Sports and Social Club with 10k and 16k routes around Coniston Water and the Coppermines Valley. Well marked, marshalled trails, on-course water stations, live music, local food stalls and event t-shirts are availab..

Dalby's Inferno is a backyard ultra marathon in the forest, challenging runners to complete as many 5.5 km loops as they can within ten hours. Your entry includes camping for two nights and supports mountain rescue. It's a unique test of en..

A BOFRA fell race at Kettlewell Cricket Field with junior and senior routes, on the day entry and a £3 car parking charge. The route climbs to a ridge, follows the skyline to a cairn, then drops quickly over a short scree section.

Classic Lake District fell race from Howtown Bobbin Mill, testing runners over 13.3 miles with about 1400 m of climb across rugged terrain. Entry is on the day for £8 and limited to 100 starters so arrive early.

Trail marathon, half marathon and a mini 10k circle Coniston Water and Tarn Hows on marked, marshalled trails with wide fell views. The event village at Coniston Sports and Social Centre offers live music, food stalls, photographers and pri..

An 11 kilometre multi terrain trail run in Kirkby Malzeard, set within Nidderdale AONB and part of the village family fete. The event has Racecheck Gold Awards and includes marshals, way marking, chip timing and a handmade finishers medal.

A volunteer run, three day mountain event in Kirkby Stephen offering distances from 5k to an ultra plus a 25 metre abseil, with proceeds donated to local charities.

The Yomp Mountain Challenge is a long-running volunteer-led charity weekend in Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria. It features several running events, including a Friday evening Sunset Stroll. The event raises funds for local causes and offers a basec..

Trail races in Pooley Bridge on 13 June 2026 offering half marathon and 10km courses with live chip timing, on-site parking and cani cross friendly rules. Finishers receive a medal, merchandise and a snack.

The Punk Panther Six Dales Trail offers three distances on an out-and-back course between Otley and Pateley Bridge. Runners pass several reservoirs on a route with significant climbs. The event finishes with hot food and a finisher's medal.

The North Star Ultra is a 170-mile trail run over two days. Participants complete 5 legs in a star pattern, choosing the order for the first four. It can be run solo, in pairs, or in quads.

The Swaledale Marathon is a 24-mile fell run and challenge walk through Swaledale's scenery. Participants must self-navigate and finish within 10 hours. The event has been run by the Swaledale Outdoor Club since 1979.