Trail Running calendar near Swalwell 2026-2027

Tackle the stunning slopes of the Newlands Memorial Race in the Lake District, 18.5 km with 1100 m of climb from Newlands Adventure Centre. Pre entry only for adults 18 and over, and a popular counter in the Lakes Grand Prix.

Take on the Swainby Sweep on 19 April 2026 in the North York Moors, choosing 7 or 16 mile circular trail routes across moors, reservoirs and wooded tracks. Well supported with checkpoints, a finisher medal and donations to the National Park..

Run wild on the Pennine Way at Trail Blazer Dam Busters, a scenic trail through moors, dams and rugged paths at Blackton Grange Estate near Barnard Castle. Choose 10 km or a half marathon and soak up dramatic Area of Outstanding Natural Bea..

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.

Beyond Newcastle takes runners from Newcastle Quayside along the River Tyne and into the Derwent Valley with 25 km and 55 km trail options through riverside paths and Chopwell Woods. Chip timing, feed stations and a finishers medal await.

Take on the Three Peaks Race from Horton in Ribblesdale: 39 km across Pen y Ghent, Whernside and Ingleborough with roughly 1,596 m of ascent. Solo and relay entries promise a rewarding, gruelling day on wild Yorkshire fells.

Take on the wild Yorkshire Dales at The Fellsman weekend on 25 and 26 April 2026. Choose a 60 plus mile traverse or a shorter 30 plus mile Dart across remote fells, organised by Keighley Scout Service Network.

Explore military history and sweeping Lake District views at the RAF Spadeadam Blue Streak Trail Run on Saturday 25 April 2026. Choose 11 km or 14 mile routes across an active RAF station with proceeds benefiting the RAF Benevolent Fund.

Tackle the classic Eskdale Elevation fell race in the Lake District, a testing 20.2 km route with 1455 m of climb across dramatic fells. Enter on the day for £10 with proceeds going to charity.

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 is a friendly fell race on ancient Cockfield Fell featuring a guided 3.5 km route lap followed by a 3.5 km timed lap, totalling 7 km with about 160 m of climb. Beginner friendly, scenic and community driven with post race re..

Run Gibside's 600 acre estate on Wednesday 29 April 2026 on 5 km or 10 km trails through gardens, woodland and historic ruins, with a good chance to see deer. Canicross friendly and chip timed, all finishers get a bespoke medal and snack.

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 scenic 36 mile circular ultra around Glaisdale following the Esk Valley Walk with rolling climbs and five checkpoints. Open to runners and walkers, it promises strong camaraderie and a memorable challenge..

Take on the Coniston Fell Race on Saturday 2 May 2026 in the Lake District, a 14 km mountain course summiting Wetherlam Swirl How and the Old Man of Coniston. Limited advance places and strict kit checks make this a true fell challenge with..

Enjoy scenic Lakeland Trails in Staveley on 2 May 2026 with 5k, 10k or half marathon routes climbing above Kentmere valley. Fully marked and marshalled, the event has live results, prizes and limited earlybird places for a lakeside run.