Trail Running calendar near Whitley Bay 2026-2027

A fully marked, hilly trail race around Reeth and Arkengarthdale Moor featuring steep ascents, technical descents, stocked aid stations and mandatory kit checks. Distance is around 18 to 20 km and places are limited.

An orienteering based endurance event on the North York Moors open to runners and walkers. Participants follow a single route of around 20 to 24 miles, visit checkpoints in order, and receive drinks at some checkpoints plus a hot meal at th..

Tackle the wild slopes of Bollihope Carrs in this scenic 10.5 km fell race with 380 m of climb. Expect rough terrain, steep descents and unmarked navigation so come prepared with full FRA kit. Limited to 50 runners for a fell experience.

Take on the Coledale Horseshoe in the Lake District on Sat 28 Mar 2026, a challenging 13.7 km fell race with 1067 m of climbing and stunning mountain views. Pre entry only and limited to 400 runners so book early.

Join Margisons Miles, a 6 hour charity loop at Community Woods, Ashington, where runners cover as much or as little as they like to support Wansbeck Valley Food Bank and Friends of the Woods. Sweets, water and proceeds support charities.

Tackle the iconic Dales Traverse, a 55 km ultra from Kirkby Stephen to Richmond that crosses the North Pennines and Yorkshire Dales, climbs the Nine Standards and finishes beneath Richmond Castle. Expect roughly 1,400 m of ascent.

Moors Traverse sends runners along Wainwrights coast to coast across the North York Moors from Ingleby Cross to Robin Hoods Bay. This scenic 80 km ultra with 1600 m of climbing offers staffed aid stations and full logistical support.

Join a 7 hour timed running challenge along the River Wear with stunning views of Durham Cathedral. Choose distances from short laps to marathon and ultra, enjoy aid stations, vegan options and a goody bag at the finish.

A forest trail event on Sunday 29 March 2026 around Whinlatter Top with two route options, chip timing and marked courses. Dogs may run with suitable harnesses and borrowable kit is available.

Run a scenic multi lap trail along the River Wear with stunning views of Durham Cathedral at Fraggle Run North. Choose distances from 3 km to 50 km or tackle the flexible 7 hour Time Challenge and enjoy on course aid and finisher goodies.

Join the Samaritans Way Trail Run in Guisborough on 4 April for scenic 10 km and 20 km trail routes. Proceeds support Teesside Samaritans and entrants receive a T shirt, medal, feed stations and marshals for a safe, social day out.

MindOverMoors The OG! is a lively 10 km trail run across the North Yorkshire Moors on Saturday 4 April 2026. Expect 1100 ft of climb on a well marked circular route, plus onsite food and charity fundraising for mental health.

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.

Join the Helmsley Easter 10km on 5 April 2026 for a scenic, undulating multi terrain run through North Yorkshire supporting Helmsley Open Air Swimming Pool and local Samaritans. Places are limited to 500 so book early to secure your spot.

Enjoy Stanhope Trail Races in the North Pennines with 10k and half marathon routes from Stanhope Showground across moorland, woodland and waterfall views. Marked trails, big climbs and finish line food make for a rewarding spring trail day.

A 26 miles loop across peat bogs in the North Pennines, the Allendale Challenge raises funds for North of Tyne Mountain Rescue Team and normally sells out. The 2026 event uses electronic chip timing and limits entries to 750.

On 11 April 2026 the Punk Panther Ripon Stinger starts and finishes at Studley Roger Village Hall near Ripon, offering ultramarathon and shorter trail races through woods and historic sites including Fountains Abbey. Expect rugged scenic tr..

A coastal trail event of 7.4 miles with 890 ft of ascent, running from Skinningrove along the Cleveland Way to Saltburn and back. Open to participants aged 15 and over, runners and walkers have 2.5 hours to complete the route.

RunThrough Lake District on 11 April 2026 from Keswick offers a scenic but testing 53k and a shorter 23k around Derwent Water and Catbells. Marshalled, chip timed courses with aid stations, live tracking for ultras and a hot finish.

The Jeffrey's Mount Figure of Eight on Sat 11 Apr 2026 in the Lake District is a classic 7.8 km fell race with 530 m of climb that rewards stamina and navigation. On the day entry is £8 and proceeds support Macmillan Cancer Support.