Trail Running Calendar North East (England) 2024-2025

The Gibside Fruit Bowl Trail Race is an annual running event held in the scenic grounds of the National Trust Gibside Estate in Rowlands Gill, Gateshead. This year marks the 24th edition of the race, featuring a single lap course that spans approximately 7 miles on varied terrain, including tracks, ..

The Slaley Trail Half-Marathon is set to return in November 2024 for its sixth year, offering a scenic running experience in the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Participants can choose between a half marathon (13.1 miles) and a 10km (6.2 miles) trail run, both featuring picturesqu..

The Montane Cheviot Goat Ultra is a challenging winter ultra-running event set for December 7, 2024. Covering approximately 55 miles, this race is designed for experienced ultra-runners prepared to face harsh winter conditions. Participants will navigate a loop through the rugged hills of the border..

The Fell Em Doon Festive 5 km is an inclusive running event taking place in Ashington, Northumberland. This flat, trail-based race is designed for participants of all abilities, featuring a well-marshalled course with a generous cut-off time of 45 minutes. Each finisher receives a technical t-shirt,..

The Hardmoors 26.2: Roseberry Trail Races is a challenging running event taking place on December 8, 2024, in the scenic North York Moors. This event features three race distances: a full marathon, a half marathon, and a 10k, each requiring participants to navigate unmarked routes using provided map..

The Blanchland Moon Runner 10K is an exhilarating night-time trail running event set in the picturesque wilderness of Blanchland. Scheduled for December 14, 2024, this race offers participants a unique experience as they navigate a challenging 10K course, featuring approximately 700 feet of elevatio..

The Silent Night Fell Race, organized by Durham Fell Runners and supported by the Fell Runners Association, is a challenging 6.6km race featuring a 370m ascent, taking place entirely in the dark on unmarked, rough terrain. Participants must possess extensive fell racing experience and provide eviden..

The Chopwell Woods Christmas Trail Races is a festive running event held in the scenic Chopwell Woods, a 360-hectare mixed woodland area near Gateshead. This popular event features various race distances, including a sold-out Family 1 Mile, a 4 Mile, and an 8 Mile race for participants aged 16 and o..

The Tour de Humbleton Trail Race is a scenic running event taking place on December 27, 2024, starting from the Cheviot Centre in Wooler, Northumberland. Participants will tackle a 5-mile circular route around Humbleton Hill, featuring a steady climb and an exhilarating descent along St Cuthbert's W..

The Newcastle Town Moor Marathon is an annual running event held on the scenic Town Moor in Newcastle upon Tyne. Participants can choose from a full marathon, a half marathon, or a unique six-hour challenge, allowing runners to cover as much distance as they wish within the time limit. The course fe..

The Wooler Vertical 1K Feet Trail Race is an exciting running event set to take place on January 1, 2025. Participants will tackle a challenging 4-mile route with a 1,000-foot ascent to the summit of Humbleton Hill. The race starts and finishes at The Cheviot Centre, where facilities such as toilets..

The North Tyneside Trail 12K is a scenic multi-terrain running event taking place in Whitley Bay, North Tyneside. Scheduled for January 5, 2025, the race features a new start on the beach at Watts Slope, winding through beautiful coastal paths, clifftops, and trails, culminating at the Churchill Pla..

The The Winter Wipeout! will take place in Ingram on Saturday 11 January 2025. You can run 21 kilometers.

The Hamsterley Forest Winter Trail Races, featuring a half marathon and a 10k, will take place on January 11, 2025, in County Durham's largest forest. Participants will enjoy scenic trails with stunning views while working off festive indulgences. The event promotes eco-friendliness by avoiding disp..

The Let's Run Adventures - Hardmoors 55 Recce is an annual running event scheduled for January 18, 2025, covering a challenging 25-mile route from Cod Beck to Helmsley in North Yorkshire. This recce allows participants to familiarize themselves with the section of the Hardmoors 55 course typically r..

The Run Northumberland Kirkharle Shepherds Trail 10k is a scenic trail running event set in the picturesque countryside of Kirkharle, Northumberland, scheduled for January 26, 2025. Participants will navigate an undulating, traffic-free route, enjoying the natural beauty of the area. The event featu..

The Druridge Bay Beach Trail Runs, held at the scenic Druridge Bay Country Park on the Northumberland Coast, is a popular annual event celebrating its fifth year. Participants can choose between a 10km run and a half marathon, both featuring a mix of paths, trails, and beach running, making it suita..

The Duergar Nightcrawler is a thrilling 10-mile night trail run set in the picturesque Simonside Hills of Northumberland. This unique event invites runners of all levels to experience the beauty of the outdoors under the stars, making it a fun and social occasion. Participants are encouraged to brin..

The Hardmoors 26.2: Saltburn Trail Races is a challenging running event taking place on February 2, 2025, featuring three race distances: a Trail Marathon, Half Marathon, and a 10k. Starting from Saltburn Learning Campus, participants will navigate circular routes through scenic landscapes, relying ..

Endurancelife's Northumberland event features a stunning coastal course that offers participants the choice of a 10K, half marathon, marathon, or ultra distance. Set against the backdrop of Northumberland's dramatic scenery, including sandy beaches and historic landmarks like Bamburgh Castle, this e..