Trail Running Calendar North East (England) 2026-2027

Experience a traditional 11 km fell race through the rough terrain of Bollihope Carrs in Co. Durham. Navigate a 380m climb to two summits using map and compass skills in this limited entry event.

Enjoy a flexible 7 hour time challenge along the River Wear with distances ranging from 3km to ultra marathon. This inclusive trail run features a scenic lap course, comprehensive aid stations, and commemorative themed medals.

Join a meaningful trail run or walk at Guisborough Rugby Club to support Teesside Samaritans. Choose between 10km and 21km routes along the official Samaritans Way while contributing to vital emotional support services.

Experience trail running through the North Pennines AONB and UNESCO Global Geopark with eco friendly events starting from the historic market town of Stanhope.

Join this 26 mile fundraiser for the North of Tyne Mountain Rescue Team. Walk or run an anti clockwise loop through the North Pennines including peat bogs and scenic high points like Kilhope Law.

Experience a scenic 7.4 mile trail run along the Cleveland Way and the cliffs of the North East coast. Starting in Skinningrove, this event features coastal views and is open to both runners and walkers.

Test your endurance at West Benridge Farm in this official Backyard Ultra event. Complete a 6.7 km loop every hour on a flat trail course until only one runner remains standing.

A coastal trail marathon from Redcar to Whitby on 12 April 2026. The route covers just over 26 miles with 3,263 ft of ascent, varied underfoot conditions, and a 10 hour cutoff that allows walkers.

Experience a 14.35 mile trail run along the stunning northeast coast from Redcar to Staithes. Navigate cliff paths and beaches with 1591 feet of elevation on this scenic coastal route.

Join a flexible 7 hour time challenge along the River Wear in Durham to raise funds for dog rehoming charities. Run any distance from 3km to an ultra marathon on a scenic trail course and earn a themed medal.

Experience rugged moors and dams with a 10k or half marathon starting from the Blackton Grange Estate. Run through the heart of the North Pennines along the iconic Pennine Way in this scenic trail event.

A coastal race on 19 April 2026 from South Shields Pier to Roker Pier, about 7 miles along cliff paths past Marsden Rock and Souter Lighthouse. Entries open 2 February with separate fees for UKA registered and non registered runners.

Experience a scenic 8 mile trail race in Northumberland featuring an ascent of Yeavering Bell Hill and a finish at the Ad Gefrin Distillery. This fully marked course offers great views and fast runnable sections.

Experience a supported running adventure starting from Newcastle city centre. Choose between a scenic 25 km trail run or a 55 km ultra marathon visiting the River Tyne and local woodlands.

Experience the local trails of the North East through a series of marked runs ranging from 5 km to half marathons. Join individual races in Washington, Durham, and along the coast or secure a season ticket for the full series.

A hilly, traffic-free half marathon through Hamsterley Forest on 26 April 2026 with multi-terrain trails, mile markers, water stations and chip timing. Entries limited to 500; affiliated and unaffiliated fees apply.

Experience a unique two lap fell race in Cockfield featuring a guided group loop followed by a competitive 3.5 km chase. This off road event welcomes all runners aged 14 and over to participate in a social and sporting atmosphere.

Experience a unique midweek evening trail run through the historic 600 acre Gibside Estate featuring woodland paths and grand 18th century architecture. Choose from 5km or 10km chip timed routes with Canicross friendly options available.

Experience an undulating 6.5 mile trail race through Brierley and Thorpe Woods in Wynyard. This scenic event features a mix of farm tracks and woodland paths for runners aged 16 and over.

Experience a 10 km multi terrain trail run through the private roads and tracks of Hulne Park in Alnwick. This scenic event offers team prizes and post race refreshments on the historic Northumberland estate.