Trail Running calendar near Whitley Bay 2025-2026

Challenge yourself at the Wharfedale Trail Half Marathon, a scenic 13.2 mile trail through the Yorkshire Dales starting and finishing at Wharfedale Rugby Club. Expect rugged footpaths, over 2,000 feet of climb and a warm club finish.

Join the BOFRA championship in Kettlewell, Upper Wharfedale on 7 June 2026 for a classic fell race. Tackle a sharp climb to the skyline cairn before a fast descent over a short scree section, with entries available on the day.

Classic Lake District fell race from Howtown Bobbin Mill, testing runners over 13.3 miles with about 1400 m of climb across rugged terrain. Entry is on the day for £8 and limited to 100 starters so arrive early.

Run along Ullswater in the Lake District at Pooley Bridge Wild Trail Runs on 13 June 2026, with 10 km and half marathon options. Dog friendly with live chip timing, bespoke finisher medals and event merchandise.

On 13 June 2026 Punk Panther runs 13, 20 and 32 mile routes from Otley to Pateley Bridge and back along the scenic Six Dales Trail. Enjoy reservoir views, live tracking for ultras and a lively finish with medal and T shirt.

Hardmoors 26.2 Wainstones is a rugged trail event from Chop Gate with marathon, half and 10k options across scenic moorland. Routes are unmarked so you must navigate for yourself, making this a true off road adventure.

Recce the first 26 miles of the Lakeland 50 from Pooley Bridge to Ambleside, including the climbs to Mardale Head and Kentmere. Coach transport, checkpoint support and guidance are included to help confirmed Lakeland entrants fine tune thei..

A classic Borrowdale fell race starting outside Langstrath Country Inn, this 7.5 km route climbs 430 m over rough, partly navigational terrain with stunning tarn and valley views. Entries are on the day only and places are limited.

Tebay Fell Race in the Lake District is a thrilling 13 km course with 914 m of climb across classic fell country, perfect for strong, adventurous runners. Entry on the day with showers and food at the Tebay Sports Social and Railway Club.

Join Stately Trails at Forcett Park on 18 June for a scenic 5 km loop or a double 10 km challenge across pasture, farm tracks and woodland. Limited to 200 runners, this friendly trail race rewards grit and good views.

Tackle Beamsley Beacon on 18 June 2026 in Addingham, York Dales, an 8.8 km fell race with 335 m of climb, steep ascents and rewarding views. Entry is on the day for £5 with registration at St Peter's Church, teams welcome, minimum age 16.

Tackle roughly 50 miles across the Cheviot hills from Ingram, a rugged loop over the region's biggest summits. With GPS tracking and a 24 hour finish limit, this ultra rewards grit and scenic solitude.

Experience coastal cliffs, beaches and moorland trails from Scarborough to Whitby and back, with distances from 10 km to 100 km. Supportive rest stops, on course care and camping options make this a welcoming challenge for ultrarunners and..

Experience the Lamplighter night runs on the North York Moors: pick a 20 mile trail or a 40 mile ultra, solo or as a pair, and navigate moorland tracks and checkpoints by head torch. Finishers get a Lamplighter medal and a night to remember..

Tackle a scenic trail half in the Yorkshire Dales with three steep climbs, riverside paths and moorland descents. Organised by Due North, the waymarked course includes drink stations and a hearty post race meal and beer.

Run a flat, fully signed trail along the River Wear with cathedral views at Saturn Lord of The Run North, a 7 hour trail event in Durham. Pick from short laps to ultra distances, earn a themed medal with aid stations and vegan options.

Take on the Fountains 10K in picturesque Grantley near Ripon, North Yorkshire, a single loop through Nidderdale's quiet lanes, trails and moorland. Enjoy undulating terrain, a lively village finish with music and a warm welcoming vibe.

Hawkswick Dash on Sunday 21 June 2026 in the Yorkshire Dales is a short, scenic fell race that climbs to a skyline ridge then drops back to the field in a thrilling finish. Entry on the day only with low fees and junior races.

Enjoy a scenic trail run around Harewood House estate with lakeside views, woodlands and routes past the sets of Emmerdale. Choose 12.7km or 21.7km with chip timing, marshals and a finisher medal at a friendly low waste event.

Run along the River Wear with cathedral views in Durham at Lord of The Run North, a 7 hour time challenge letting you choose laps from a 3 km minimum up to ultra distances. Finishers earn themed medals, goody bags and vegan options.