Trail Running Calendar North East (England) 2024-2025

The Ingram Lakes, Trails, and Hill Race is a 6-mile trail run set in the idyllic Ingram Valley in Northumberland. The race starts at 10:00 am from the Ingram Village Hall, taking participants on an out and back route with magnificent views of the Cheviots. The course includes climbing up East Hill, ..

The Fell Em Doon 5 Miler is a mid-week 5-mile race held in Ashington Community Woods, Northumberland. The course is flat and wide, consisting of 2 laps over good trail paths. Finishers receive a gift, water, sweets, and crisps.The event has a 75-minute cutoff time and offers age-related and main pri..

The Powburn Show Hill Race is a classic country show hill race taking place in Powburn. The event features a 6-mile race for adults and a 2-mile junior race for participants under 14. The course begins at the showground, traversing flat farm fields before ascending East Hill and following marked pat..

The Isaac's Tea Trail Ultra is a challenging trail run taking place on Saturday, 3rd August 2024. The race follows a 37-mile loop through the North Pennines AONB, offering stunning scenery and 4800ft of ascent. Participants can choose between the Ultra Solo or Ultra Relay (team of up to 3) categorie..

The South Shields 10 Mile Race is a popular running event set along the stunning coastline of South Shields, taking place on August 4, 2024. Known for its scenic route starting at Souter Lighthouse, participants will enjoy views of Marsden Rock and Sandhaven Beach. The race is well-organized, with a..

The Lambton Castle Trail Runs offer participants a choice of 5, 10, or 15-mile courses set in the picturesque surroundings of Lambton Castle. Organized by Wild Deer Events, this trail running event is designed to be inclusive for both beginners and experienced runners. The event emphasizes a friendl..

Silverbacktrails Othnesbery’s Revenge is a challenging trail running event set in the stunning North York Moors National Park, taking place on August 18, 2024. Participants will navigate a 10-mile course featuring forest tracks and the iconic Roseberry Topping, known for its breathtaking views and h..

The Gateshead Trail 10K, celebrating its 10th anniversary, is a scenic and fast trail running event set in the beautiful Derwent Walk Country Park. Scheduled for August 24, 2024, this race is designed for runners of all levels, featuring well-maintained paths and mild inclines. Participants can enjo..

The Saturn - the Time Turner and GNR Training Run will take place in Durham on Sunday 25 August 2024. You can run 7 hours.

The Blanchland Show is a trail racing event in the North East of England, offering a 10k and a half marathon race. The event takes participants through scenic landscapes and heritage sites. The race starts at the main show ring, with a challenging course that includes climbs, forest trails, and moor..

The Anne Allan Trail Run is an exciting running event that caters to both seniors and juniors, promoting fitness and community engagement. Participants can enjoy the scenic trails while challenging themselves in a supportive environment. The event is designed to accommodate various skill levels, mak..

The Cronkley Fell Race is a challenging 17km event set in the scenic fells of Upper Teesdale, starting and finishing in the hamlet of Holwick. With an ascent of over 560m, this out-and-back race requires participants to have fell running experience and competent navigation skills, as the route is no..

The Hardmoors Scaling Dam 10 is a scenic 10-mile trail race set in the stunning North York Moors, starting and finishing at Scaling Dam Reservoir. This event is suitable for both beginners and experienced runners, featuring a fully signed and marshalled course with a 4-hour cut-off time. Participant..

The Enchanted Ultra 50K is a challenging 50K ultra-marathon set in the Cheviot Hills, offering a unique and magical running experience. Participants will navigate through ancient forests, mystical bogs, and enchanted valleys, following a carefully crafted digital route using a GPS device. The course..

The Raby Castle Trail Runs offer participants a choice of 5, 10, or 15-mile courses set in the picturesque grounds of Raby Castle. This event is designed to be inclusive, welcoming both beginners and experienced runners. Organized by Wild Deer Events, the trail runs emphasize a friendly atmosphere a..

The Hellhole 5 Mile Trail Race, organized by Derwentside A.C, is set to take place on September 15, 2024. This scenic trail race features a revised course that emphasizes woodland trails, including the picturesque Hellhole Wood. Participants can register online from June 28 until September 11, with ..

The Cow Shed Backyard Ultra is a unique running event held at Wheelbirks Farm in Stocksfield, Northumberland. Participants must complete a 4.1-mile loop on the hour, every hour, until only one runner remains. The event emphasizes pacing, as competitors must balance speed and endurance to avoid disqu..

The Sufferings is a challenging running event set in the scenic yet demanding terrain of Chanctonbury and Cissbury rings, starting from Washington Village Hall. Participants can choose from three race options: Half Marathon, Full Marathon, and Double Marathon, each featuring significant elevation ga..

The Locomotion Trail Runs, taking place on September 29, 2024, offers participants a choice between two scenic routes: a 10-mile and a 5-mile run, both celebrating the history of the Stockton and Darlington Railway. The event supports the Great North Air Ambulance, with entry fees set at £16 for the..

The Chopwell Trail Series is a running event held in Chopwell Woods, offering participants the choice of running a 5k or 10k trail through stunning routes. The event is open to all abilities, with hilly and occasionally technical terrains. Participants receive a medal upon finishing, with awards for..