Trail Running calendar near Widdrington 2025-2026

Run the Hardmoors 26.2: Wainstones trail from Chop Gate village hall, with marathon, half and 10k circular routes across the dramatic North York Moors. Courses require self navigation and mandatory kit; bring your own cup.

Join L100 Recce 4, a scenic 26 mile run from Pooley Bridge to Ambleside across classic Lake District climbs. For confirmed Lakeland 50 or 100 entrants only, the recce provides coach transport, medical support and checkpoints.

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 Forcett on 18 June at Forcett Park for scenic 5 km and 10 km trail runs through pasture and woodland. Fairly flat but may be muddy, this friendly event welcomes 5 km walkers and offers finish food.

Tackle a tough summer variant of the Cheviot Goat with about 50 miles across the remote border hills and dramatic scenery. Runners get GPS trackers, 24 hours to finish, plus a race tee, medal and prizes for top finishers.

Experience the Lamplighter 20, a 20 mile night trail from dusk to dawn around Goathland in the North York Moors. Limited to 40 runners, the route features navigation support, checkpoint refreshments and a finisher medal.

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.

Run as far as you like in seven hours along the River Wear with cathedral views at Lord of The Run North. Choose your distance from 3 km up to ultra, enjoy on course aid, themed medals and vegan goody bags.

Enjoy a scenic but testing 6.7 mile fell race with 1654 ft of climb from YHA Windermere in the Lake District on Sun 28 Jun 2026. Open to runners aged 16 and over with pre entry and on the day entries available.

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.

Join the Chopwell Woods Burger & Beer Trail Runs on 27 June 2026 for scenic 5, 10 and 15 mile trail routes through 360 hectares of woodland. Finishers enjoy a medal plus a burger and beer and the event is canicross friendly.

Join the Alston Gala Fell Race in the North Pennines on Saturday 27 June 2026, starting and finishing at Alston Playing Field. A punchy 6.2 km course with about 211 m of climb promises classic fell terrain and a friendly atmosphere.

Soak up sea views on a scenic Northumbrian coastal trail from Barn at the Bay to Hemscott Hill Farm, billed as 10K but closer to 12K across gravel tracks and sandy dunes. Race, run or stroll then relax with live music, food, drinks and llam..

Tackle the classic Blencathra fell race in the Lake District, a challenging 13 km route with 825 m of climb over rugged ridges and stunning views. Pre entry only via SiEntries, this English champs counter is a true test of fell running.

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.

Beat The Bounds in Patterdale is an annual boundary route challenge around the Ullswater Valley offering routes from a family Minibeat to tough mountain courses. Soak up fell scenery while supporting the local school and church.

Summits of the North York Moors Ultra is a 120 mile loop across the moors, summiting 10 high peaks and about 16,000 ft of ascent. With a 35 hour limit and just 70 places, it is a scenic but brutal test of endurance.

DalesRunner 30 is a scenic 31.7 km circular trail race from Usha Gap Campsite on July 4 2026, climbing almost 3,000 ft to Tan Hill. Expect sweeping moorland, river gorges and classic Swaledale views for a rewarding day in the hills.

Take on Swinner Swagger on 4 July, a 15.5 km loop from Usha Gap Campsite through Hartlakes and along the River Swale with grassy paths, a punchy climb and scenic singletrack. Limited to 100 runners, it is a rugged, rewarding trail run.