Trail Running calendar near Whitby 2024-2025

The Silent Night Fell Race, organized by Durham Fell Runners and supported by the Fell Runners Association, is a challenging 6.6km race featuring a 370m ascent, taking place entirely in the dark on unmarked, rough terrain. Participants must possess extensive fell racing experience and provide eviden..

The Winter Solstice Strider is a unique evening running event taking place on the shortest day of the year at the St Ives Estate in Bingley. Participants can choose between a 5km or 10km head torch run, designed to raise funds for Sue Ryder. The course features scenic off-road tracks and is chip-tim..

The Stoop is a popular running event organized by Wharfedale Harriers, taking place at Penistone Hill Country Park. The race features a challenging 4.9-mile course with a 700-foot elevation gain, starting from the quarry bottom and leading participants up to the Stoop – Standing Stone before returni..

The Chopwell Woods Christmas Trail Races is a festive running event held in the scenic Chopwell Woods, a 360-hectare mixed woodland area near Gateshead. This popular event features various race distances, including a sold-out Family 1 Mile, a 4 Mile, and an 8 Mile race for participants aged 16 and o..

The Chevin Chase is a popular multi-terrain race held annually on Boxing Day in Guiseley, featuring a scenic 7-mile circuit around Otley Chevin. Celebrating its 46th year, the event attracts up to 2,000 participants, who are timed with chip technology. Runners can choose between receiving a technica..

The Newcastle Town Moor Marathon is an annual running event held on the scenic Town Moor in Newcastle upon Tyne. Participants can choose from a full marathon, a half marathon, or a unique six-hour challenge, allowing runners to cover as much distance as they wish within the time limit. The course fe..

The Daleside Auld Lang Syne is a classic New Year's Eve fell race organized by Wharfedale Harriers, taking place at Penistone Hill Country Park. The race covers a distance of 6.7 miles with an ascent and descent of 1000 feet, featuring challenging terrain that includes mud, bogs, and a stream crossi..

The Nine Standards is a classic out-and-back running event taking place in the hills above Kirkby Stephen on January 1, 2025. This race covers a distance of 8 miles (12.9 km) with an elevation gain of 1801 feet (549 m). Participants can register online, with entry fees set at £10 for FRA members and..

The Hangover Hike, organized by the Long Distance Walkers Association, is a popular event taking place on January 1st, 2025. Participants can choose from three circular routes of 10, 17, or 21 miles, all starting and finishing at The Leggers Inn in Dewsbury, West Yorkshire. The event encourages both..

The Hardmoors 30 is a challenging running event covering approximately 30 miles, set in the scenic North York Moors. The route begins at Robin Hood’s Bay and includes stunning views along the Cleveland Way and the Cinder Track, passing through picturesque locations such as Ravenscar and Scalby Mills..

The Hardmoors 15 is a popular running event featuring a circular route of approximately 18 miles, starting and finishing at Robin Hood’s Bay. With an entry limit of 150 participants, the event has consistently sold out in previous years, highlighting the need for early registration. The race is desi..

The NAV4 LAW75 Recce event offers participants the opportunity to explore the middle third of the LAW75 route, spanning over 20 miles from Buckden to Mallerstang. Scheduled for January 4, 2025, this event is open to all, whether registered for the main event or not. Participants will meet in Kirkby ..

The North Tyneside Trail 12K is a scenic multi-terrain running event taking place in Whitley Bay, North Tyneside. Scheduled for January 5, 2025, the race features a new start on the beach at Watts Slope, winding through beautiful coastal paths, clifftops, and trails, culminating at the Churchill Pla..

The Hamsterley Forest Winter Trail Races, featuring a half marathon and a 10k, will take place on January 11, 2025, in County Durham's largest forest. Participants will enjoy scenic trails with stunning views while working off festive indulgences. The event promotes eco-friendliness by avoiding disp..

The Yorkshire Trail Runs at Harewood House is set to take place in January 2025, offering a stunning backdrop of over 1,000 acres of gardens, woodlands, and farmland. Participants can choose from three distances: a 5km trail suitable for beginners aged 11 and up, a 10km run for those aged 15 and old..

The Skipton Sweetie Skedaddle is a scenic running event along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, designed for participants of all skill levels. With distances ranging from 5k to Ultra, the flat and even towpath makes it an ideal choice for both novices and experienced runners aiming for personal bests. ..

The Let's Run Adventures - Hardmoors 55 Recce is an annual running event scheduled for January 18, 2025, covering a challenging 25-mile route from Cod Beck to Helmsley in North Yorkshire. This recce allows participants to familiarize themselves with the section of the Hardmoors 55 course typically r..

The "Punk Panthers North Leeds Greenway" is an endurance running event that offers a unique trail experience through the scenic parks and green spaces of Leeds. Participants can choose from various distances, including half-marathon, 20-mile, and ultramarathon options, making it suitable for both no..

The Hebden is a challenging running and walking event taking place in January 2025, featuring two routes of 15 and 22 miles. Designed for experienced participants, the event includes significant elevation and requires navigational skills. Entry fees are set at £20, which covers refreshments, a meal ..

Punk Panther Green Gateways is a trail running event taking place in January 2025, featuring multiple distances: a 34-mile ultra, a 20-mile trail race, and a half marathon. The race follows a scenic route through Leeds' parks and green spaces, primarily off-road, allowing participants to enjoy natur..