Trail Running calendar near Swalwell 2025-2026

Take on the CBTE Morland Marathon, a scenic trail ultra of about 29 miles with 3,000 ft of climb through the Eden Valley and edge of the Yorkshire Dales. Fully tracked event with checkpoints, medal and t shirt at the finish.

Run the dramatic Northumberland coast from Bamburgh Castle to Druridge Bay with 54 km and 27 km options, passing Dunstanburgh, Craster and Warkworth. Expect sweeping sea views, castle scenery and a festival finish on 8 March 2026.

Get muddy and have fun at Born 2B Wild III, a lively around 5k trail run through Hamsterley Forest with hills, mud and obstacles. Bring your dog for a post run drink, claim a finisher medal and help support an animal charity.

Take on the Carrock Fell Race in the Lake District on 8 March 2026, 9 km with 500 m climb over rugged terrain. Unmarked route demands map and compass skills and entry is on the day for a spur of the moment fell challenge.

Tough off road fell ultra around Haworth moors, 51 km with significant ascent and potentially severe winter weather. Mandatory kit and trackers keep you safe on this remote, scenic course with feed stations and hot food at the finish.

Join the Punk Panther Welcome Way in Otley for a scenic trail run across moorland, rivers, canals and reservoirs with views from Otley Chevin, Burley and Baildon moors. Pick 13, 20, 34 or 50 mile routes for a challenging day.

Blakey Blitz on 14 March 2026 is a tough 16.8 km moorland race near Whitby with 855 m of climb and sweeping North York Moors views. Fast, scenic and ideal for experienced fell runners looking for a proper challenge.

Enjoy stunning Lakeland scenery while tackling the classic Causey Pike fell race, 4.5 miles with 543 m of climb over rough terrain. Pre entry via SiEntries is required, full FRA kit is mandatory and minimum age is 16.

Run scenic trails around Leighton Hall on 14 March 2026, choose between 10k and half marathon courses and enjoy views across Morecambe Bay. Entries open soon with 250 earlybird places and a 10% club discount.

Run through history at Alnwick Castle on scenic trails via Hulne Park, the Priory and riverside paths, with 10km and half marathon options. Timed racing, medals and a donation to NE Youth make this a rewarding day for runners 15 and over.

Take on a scenic 8 km trail with about 400 m of climb around Bulbys Wood, Ingram on Sun 15 Mar 2026. Entry is on the day only, £5, for runners aged 16 or over seeking a tough, rewarding hill challenge.

Hardmoors 55 is a rugged 55 mile ultramarathon along the Cleveland Way through the North York Moors from Guisborough to Helmsley on 21 March 2026. Expect tough trails, mandatory kit and tracker, and stunning moorland views.

Tackle the Chevin in Otley with Great Owl Running on scenic trails, footpaths and forest tracks past Surprise View and Poolscar Wood. Choose a 14 km or 9 km fell route then celebrate with a complimentary pint of Craven ale.

Take on Otley's scenic 10 km fell race on 21 March 2026, with 390 metres of climbing through Chevin Forest and Surprise View. Organised by Great Owl Running, the single lap starts and finishes on Station Road with post race refreshments at..

Jarrett's Jaunt is a Lake District fell race from Wath Brow Bridge, with rugged trails, steep climbs and great views. About 9 km with 440 m ascent, the handicap format gives a fun competitive test and pre entry is required.

The Pendulum 2026 is an 11 mile fell and trail run from Langleeford that visits Hedgehope Hill and The Cheviot, offering about 3,689 ft of climbing and stunning upland views. Marked and supported with a halfway water station, race bibs and..

Experience a scenic 20 kilometre single lap around the shores of Buttermere and Crummock Water on 22 March 2026. Undulating, varied trails and limited places make this lakeside challenge a must for trail lovers.

Tackle the Punk Panther Spring Headtorch for a scenic trail run around Swinsty and Fewston Reservoirs with half marathon, 10 km and 5 km options. Small field, medals for all finishers and a friendly night run atmosphere.

Take on Pendle Hill by head torch at the Mountain Rescue Pendle Dark Dash, a 9.2 km night fell run from Barley that raises funds for the rescue team. Expect exposed terrain and stream crossings so bring full kit and a good head torch.

Enjoy a weekend of wild Lakeland running at Grasmere with 5km and 10km trail routes that skirt Grasmere and Rydal waters and pass Rydal Caves, with duathlons on Sunday. Canicross friendly with medals, goodies and village finish vibes.