Trail Running calendar near Tyne and Wear 2026-2027

Experience a weekday trail run around Swinsty and Fewston Reservoirs under the stars. Choose from 5km, 10km, or half marathon distances with every finisher receiving a medal.

Experience the beauty of the Lake District with trail runs around Grasmere Water and Rydal Caves. This canicross friendly event offers chip timed 5km and 10km routes through a landscape of fells and mountains.

Experience an 11 km trail run through the spectacular scenery of Swaledale and Fremington Edge. This marked course features technical trails and mining hushes with a scenic finish along Arkle Beck.

Enjoy an out and back run or walk from Pooley Bridge to Hallin Fell. Choose between six, ten, or thirteen miles of scenic trails and paths with legendary post race refreshments at the village hall.

The DalesRunner 20 is an 18.3 km hilly trail run near Reeth, featuring steep climbs and technical descents on single-track paths. Mandatory kit is required for this fully marked course, which includes post race refreshments. The event is li..

Test your navigation skills on a 24 mile orienteering course through the North York Moors. Open to runners and walkers, this event features manned checkpoints and support from the Cleveland Mountain Rescue Team.

Experience a traditional 11 km fell race through the rough terrain of Bollihope Carrs in Co. Durham. Navigate a 380m climb to two summits using map and compass skills in this limited entry event.

Experience a traditional 8.5 mile fell race in Braithwaite featuring 3500 feet of ascent across three peaks. This non GPS event follows FRA rules and offers a classic navigation challenge through the English landscape.

Follow Wainwrights famous coast to coast route on this 55km ultra through the North Pennines and Yorkshire Dales. Experience a self sufficient journey from Kirkby Stephen to the historic Richmond Castle.

Traverse the scenic North York Moors in this 80 km ultra marathon following Wainwright's famed coast to coast route. Experience a self-sufficient adventure from Ingleby Cross to the finish at Robin Hood's Bay.

Explore the scenic forest tracks of Whinlatter Top with 9 km or 12 km trail runs. This chip timed event offers wide runnable paths and is open to runners with or without dogs.

Enjoy a flexible 7 hour time challenge along the River Wear with distances ranging from 3km to ultra marathon. This inclusive trail run features a scenic lap course, comprehensive aid stations, and commemorative themed medals.

Experience a 8.3 km fell race through the North York Moors starting from Commondale Village Hall. This event features 220 meters of ascent and offers team categories for both men and women.

Embark on a 109 mile trekking adventure along the scenic Cleveland Way with options for single or multi day challenges. Choose your level of self sufficiency and enjoy supported camping as you journey from Helmsley to Filey Beach.

Join a meaningful trail run or walk at Guisborough Rugby Club to support Teesside Samaritans. Choose between 10km and 21km routes along the official Samaritans Way while contributing to vital emotional support services.

Experience a scenic 10 km trail race across the North Yorkshire Moors starting from the Yorkshire Cycle Hub. This event supports mental health awareness and features a well marked circular route with 1100 feet of ascent.

Classic Lake District fell run from New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel, a sharp 3.5 mile course with 2100 ft of climbing over rough rock and moor. Day entries welcome; bring map, compass and waterproofs for this high country test.

Experience a 10 km multi-terrain race through undulating roads and Setmurthy Woods starting from Cockermouth School. All finishers receive an Easter Egg and can enjoy professional chip timing on this scenic course.

Experience a 10km multi-terrain race through the scenic tracks and fields of Helmsley. This established event features an undulating course and supports local community causes with a sustainable finisher prize.

Experience an evening fell race in Ambleside featuring 6.4 km of flagged trails and 330 metres of ascent. This scenic out and back route climbs from Rothay Park to the Loughrigg summit for a classic Lake District running experience.