Trail Running calendar near Widdrington 2026-2027

Take on the Baystones & Wansfell fell race in the Lake District on 21 June 2026, a scenic but testing 10.8 km course with 504 m of climb around Troutbeck. Pre entry and day registration available with modest fees and limited parking.

A trail event in Barnard Castle on 21 June 2026 offering 3.5, 9 and 15 mile waymarked courses on sections of the Teesdale Way, marshals, aid stations and optional post-run yoga.

The Fellrunner at Windy Gyle is a rugged 13.7 km test with 549 m of climb across scenic Northumberland hills on Sun 21 Jun 2026. Entry on the day is welcome with modest fees for members and non members.

Take on a scenic 12 km course across the North York Moors with 400 m of climb for a rewarding midweek challenge. Entry on the day, friendly teams welcome and a post race BBQ helps raise money for charity.

Trail races at Chopwell Woods offer 5, 10 and 15 mile routes through mixed woodland. Live chip timing is provided and finishers receive a medal plus a burger and a beer or soft drink, with one controlled dog per runner allowed.

A 50th anniversary fell race in Alston on 27 June 2026, running from Alston Playing Field to Park Fell and back. The course is 6.2 km with 211 m of climb and entry fees support the local mountain rescue team.

Trail Blazer Coastal Edition offers a scenic 10K that runs closer to 12K along the Northumbrian coast with dunes, gravel trails and sea views. Finish the day festival style with live music, food, drinks and even llamas, no cut offs.

A 13K FRA Category AM fell race in the Lake District with 825 m ascent, using the enforced classic route and three checkpoints. Navigation skills, an OS map and the FRA mandatory kit are required; GPS is not permitted.

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.

Chase summer evenings in Edinburgh with the Sundowner 5K Series, a relaxed yet competitive run across three scenic city parks. Enjoy chip timed racing, lively warm ups and post race photos as you test your speed over 5K or the full series.

Beat The Bounds in Patterdale on 4 July 2026 traces the historic parish boundary with options from a 28 mile endurance route to a family downhill walk. Enjoy stunning Lake District scenery while supporting the local school and church.

A 120 miles circular ultra across the North York Moors National Park visiting the ten highest hills and ancient sites. The route has about 16,000 ft of ascent, a 35 hours time limit and is based at Goathland Village Hall.

A circular trail race of about 31.7 km around Muker with almost 3,000 ft of ascent, reaching Tan Hill Inn and returning via the Pennine Way. The course is fully marked and supported with aid stations, GPX downloads and marshals on route.

A roughly 15.5 to 16 km loop from Muker via Swinner Gill, with marked upland trails, mandatory kit checks and fully stocked aid stations offering vegan and gluten free options. Entrants must be 16 or older and the field is limited to 100 ru..

A 20 mile unmarked fell event in Northumberland on 4 July 2026, including climbs of Cheviot and Hedgehope. Entries open 1 February 2025 and the event is limited to 300 places, with a non-competitive Challenge Walk option.

A 37 mile mountain trail along the Pennine Way covering waterfalls, High Cup Nick and Crossfell with four checkpoints, support at Alston YHA and a capped field of 75 entrants. Entry fee includes coach transport to the start.

A 24 km fell race with 680 m of climb around Cross Fell, starting and finishing in Garrigill. The FRA permitted event is fully marshalled, requires mandatory kit, supports the local air ambulance and allows team entries.

Run Edinburgh's seven hilltops in a mixed road, trail and hill event that blends urban navigation with racing. Choose your own route between hilltop checkpoints and opt for the competitive Race or the more relaxed Challenge.

Try the Saltwell Harriers Fell Race near Stanhope, County Durham, a scenic 9 km with about 300 m of climb through rugged Northumberland hills. On the day entries available for £5, a welcoming but testing run for fell runners.

Seat Sandal is a Grasmere fell race on 8 July 2026, covering 7.4 km with 700 m of climb through classic Lake District terrain. Day entry only keeps it friendly yet competitive; bring fell kit for steep flagged ascents and technical descents..