Trail Running calendar near Tyne and Wear 2026-2027

A half marathon trail finishing at the Dales Bike Centre in Reeth on a fully marked route across moorland trods, tracks and grassy paths. Aid stations, GPX and an included post-race soup and roll are provided.

A final race in the series on 4 October 2026, DalesRunner 40 is a moorland and trail route starting and finishing at The Dales Bike Centre, Reeth, with GPX support, aid stations including vegan options, and a post-race hot meal.

A headtorch trail event on 6 October 2026 at Swinsty Moor Car Park offering Half Marathon, 10 km and 5 km routes around Swinsty and Fewston Reservoirs with water stations and medals for finishers.

Tough fell race at Wasdale Head on 10 October 2026, 3.8 km with 700 m of climb offering thrilling, steep terrain and stunning views. Entry on the day makes it perfect for last minute racers; sensible waterproof kit required.

Tackle the classic Langdale Horseshoe fell race on Sat 10 Oct 2026 in Great Langdale, Lake District. Covering 21 km with about 1450 m of ascent, this tough but scenic race rewards strong hill skills and pre entry is required.

Enjoy a 7 hour timed trail on a generally flat loop along the River Wear with stunning Cathedral views in Durham. Choose distances from 3 km up to ultra and 50 km with aid stations, vegan options, medals and goody bags for finishers.

A trail half marathon along Hadrian's Wall from Housesteads Roman Fort to Tyne Green Country Park in Hexham, covering 13.5 miles. The event features staggered group starts, required shuttle transport to the start, bag drop and live chip tim..

Join the Scare Bear Run 2026 in Durham for a scenic river trail challenge with cathedral views. Pick your distance in a 7 hour time challenge and lap as many times as you like.

Tackle the Viking Chase, a 12 km fell race across the North York Moors on 11 Oct 2026, featuring 572 m of climb and sweeping moorland views. Entry on the day, adults only, with proceeds to Cleveland Mountain Rescue.

Self-navigated trail routes around Grassington in the Yorkshire Dales on 17 October 2026. GPX files, live tracking, aid stations and a finisher meal are provided across 25k and 50k options.

Join Old Mother Shipton's Soft Shoe Shuffle in Knaresborough on 18 October 2026, offering looped options from 10k to ultra for every level. Enjoy scenic parkland and disused railway views, with marshals, feed stations and a bespoke medal.

A trail event on 18 October 2026 from Shotley Bridge, County Durham, offering a 53km ultra and a 25km trail that pass moorland, woodland and four reservoirs. Feed stations, mandatory kit for the 53km and live chip timing are provided.

Join the Gormire Gamble on Sunday 18 October 2026 at Sutton Bank in the North York Moors. This 9.1 km fell race with 250 m of climbing offers sweeping views and a lively autumn challenge for seasoned runners.

Multiple distance trail event on 24 October 2026 along the Nidderdale Way in North Yorkshire, passing Ripley Castle, Brimham Rocks and Scar House Reservoir. Trackers are supplied, checkpoints offer food options, and a mandatory kit list app..

The Endurancelife | North York Moors will take place in Ravenscar on Saturday 24 October 2026.

The Nidderdale Way Ultramarathon will take place in Pateley Bridge on Saturday 24 October 2026.

Take on the classic Buttermere fell race on 25 October 2026 at Gatesgarth Farm, a tough 5 km senior route with 600 m of climbing plus short junior races. Enjoy a traditional shepherds meet atmosphere, entry on the day and a warm drink.

Tackle Lockton Limping, a scenic fell race across the North York Moors covering 11.2 km with 350 m of climb and sweeping views. Entry is on the day at Lockton Village Hall, perfect for both competitive and social runners.

Run under the stars at Dark Skies Run in Wooler on 31 October 2026, a Trail Outlaws night trail in Northumberland National Park with fully marked routes and stocked checkpoints. 10k and Half Marathon options.

Trail events in Glenridding around Helvellyn with 5k, 10k and 15k options on marked and marshalled off road courses. Limited earlybird places, shuttle buses and on site event facilities are provided.