Trail Running calendar near Whitley Bay 2026-2027

Experience a 12 km out and back trail run along the Northumbrian coastal path. Enjoy a route through sandy dunes and gravel trails followed by live music and food at Hemscott Hill Farm.

Test your mountain skills at the Blencathra Fell Race in Mungrisdale. This championship event features a 13 km category AM course with 825 meters of ascent through the high fells.

Run a scenic 10K on a private woodland estate near Whitby. The trail route passes historic Mulgrave Castle with coastal views. The chip-timed race finishes with refreshments and a memento for all finishers.

A team fell relay around Chevin Forest and Danefield. Runners cover about 3 miles with 558 ft of ascent over forest trails in teams organised by Horsforth Fellandale, with official results published after the event.

Gategill Fell Race on Wed 1 Jul 2026 in the Lake District is a short steep 3.6 km climb that tests hill running and grit. On the day entries only, wear grippy shoes and enjoy refreshments as proceeds support the local community.

Experience a classic ascent to the top of Yorkshire with this 10.5 km fell race starting under the iconic Ribblehead Viaduct and climbing the steep slopes of Whernside.

Traverse the historic Patterdale Parish boundary on this technical mountain event in the Ullswater Valley. Choose from four distances ranging from a family downhill walk to a 28 mile ultra run with 10,200 feet of ascent.

This second-year ultramarathon is a 120-mile circular journey across the North York Moors. The route visits the area's ten highest hills and follows ancient paths steeped in history.

Experience a 30 km circular route from Swaledale to the famous Tan Hill Inn. This scenic event features 3,000 feet of ascent through remote moorland, flower meadows, and sections of the Pennine Way.

Follow a 16 kilometer trail loop through the scenic Swinner Gill and along the River Swale. This event features well stocked aid stations and a hot meal for all finishers at the Usha Gap Campsite.

Experience a 20 mile unmarked fell journey through the Northumberland uplands summiting Cheviot and Hedgehope. Choose between a competitive run or a self navigated walking challenge starting from Wooler Youth Hostel.

Traverse 37 miles of the iconic Pennine Way including High Cup Nick and Crossfell. This mountain trail event offers a supported trek through some of the most remote and majestic scenery in northern England.

MacTuffX Sunderland offers a unique interval based racing format with 400m and 800m repetitions. Participants can compete solo or in teams through doubles and relay categories in this July event.

Traverse the highest peak in the Pennines on this 24 km fell race starting from Garrigill. Enjoy a marshalled route through an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty while supporting the local air ambulance.

Experience a traditional Lakeland gala race featuring a steep 2.3 km course with 300 meters of ascent. This event offers technical fell running for both seniors and juniors at the New Dungeon Ghyll Gala Field.

Fell race on 5 July 2026 around Skiddaw in the Lake District, based at Keswick Cricket Club. The course is 15.4 km with 960 m of ascent and entry on the day is accepted for a fee of £10.

Participate in a 9 km fell race through the Durham countryside north of Stanhope. This event is part of the North East Fell Running Championships and features a 300 m climb for runners aged 18 and over.

Experience a traditional FRA category AS fell race in Grasmere featuring a 7.4 km course with 700 m of elevation. This 150 runner event offers a direct ascent to Seat Sandal and a flagged descent through the Cumbrian fells.

Take on the Borrowdale School Bash up Bessyboot in the Lake District: a short but fierce 5.2 km with 456 m of climb, offering stunning fell views and a real challenge. Entry on the day, with beer and a burger for every finisher.

Participate in a 1.28 mile run around the historic Elizabethan Walls of Berwick upon Tweed. Runners of all ages aim to complete the course before the Curfew Bell finishes tolling its thirteen minute sequence.