Trail Running calendar near Wooler 2025-2026

Hit the trails in scenic Barnard Castle on Sunday 21 June 2026 with LRC Tees Trailtastic, offering 3.5, 9 and 15 mile fully marked courses for runners from 15 up. Enjoy marshals, aid stations and beautiful Durham countryside.

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.

Join the South Scotland Outdoor Festival at Drumlanrig Castle from 26 to 28 June 2026 for cycling, road and trail running, wellness, live music and films. Pick gravel rides, family runs or relax in saunas and enjoy local food.

Explore scenic Chopwell Woods in Rowlands Gill with 5, 10 or 15 mile trail options for newcomers and seasoned runners. Canicross friendly, with live chip timing and a medal plus burger and drink at the finish for a fun, social day out.

Tackle the Alston Gala Fell Race on 27 June 2026 in the North Pennines, a lively 6.2 km out and back to Park Fell from Alston Playing Field. Expect 211 m of climb, marshals on course and proceeds to the local mountain rescue.

Trail Blazer Coastal Edition is a scenic out and back run along the Northumbrian coast on 28 June, listed as 10K but closer to 12K with gravel trails, dunes and sea views. After the run enjoy live music, food stalls and even llamas in the f..

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 on 4 July 2026 offers routes from a family six mile stroll to a full 28 mile fell challenge, all following the parish boundary. Expect stunning peaks, friendly checkpoints and a warm community finish.

Tackle the classic 20 mile Chevy Chase across wild Northumberland, summiting Cheviot and Hedgehope on an unmarked upland route that requires map and compass navigation. Finish in Wooler with food, T shirts and prizes.

Tackle a tough 15 km hill challenge with 960 m of climbing at Dollar Academy in Central Scotland on Sat 4 Jul 2026. Expect steep, rewarding climbs, lively team competition and easy entry online or on the day.

Tackle a scenic, remote 37 mile mountain trail along the Pennine Way on 4 July 2026, finishing at Alston YHA with coach transport to the start included. Limited to about 75 places, this classic fell challenge is ideal for experienced trail..

Tackle the Cross Fell Race in Garrigill on 5 July 2026, a scenic 24 km fell challenge climbing to Cross Fell and the source of the River Tees. Run under FRA rules, this charity event supports the local air ambulance and village hall with po..

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.

Join this Beacon Hill fell race on Thu 9 Jul 2026 at Lordenshaw car park, Rothbury. A testing 6.6 mile course with 410 m of climb, entry on the day and teams of three welcome for a spirited summer challenge.

Take on the wild Northumberland hills at the Saint Cuthbert's Way Ultra in Wooler, with UTMB qualifying 100KM and 45M distances. Fully way marked route includes a tide race section, stocked checkpoints, recce runs and live GPS tracking.

Take on the Chapelfell Top fell race in St John's Chapel, a spirited 7 km out and back to the 700 m summit with roughly 400 m of ascent. Expect rough unmarked terrain and basic navigation; advance or on the day entry available for runners 1..

Tackle scenic hills and a sweeping downhill in the Moffat Festival of Running on 14 July 2026, featuring a 15 km mixed terrain race plus junior and tots events. Expect tough climbs, great views and local prizes for runners of all ages.

Swirral Grind 850 is an uphill only mountain race in Patterdale, 6 km with 850 m of ascent to Swirral Edge. Part of the Rab Helvellyn Sky Ultra weekend on 17 July 2026, it comes with safety cover and a recycled seed bomb finisher medal.