Trail Running Calendar North East (England) 2026-2027

A country show hill race in Powburn on 1 August 2026. The 6 mile route crosses farm fields, climbs East Hill along its spine and returns via Ingram, with a 2 mile junior race for under 14s.

A 10 mile coastal out-and-back in South Shields on 2 August 2026 marking the 10th anniversary. Mixed surface route with marshal support, finisher medals and awards for top male and female finishers.

Part of a four-event 10k series, the Darlington Trail 10k is a fast, flat course in Low Coniscliffe, Darlington, open to all ages and abilities. All entrants receive a medal and goody bag, with prizes for top finishers and a series league.

A 13.1 mile trail half marathon in the Derwent Valley on 9 August 2026, featuring 1666 ft of elevation and the Clockburn Lonnen in the first mile. The event includes on-course photography, post-run refreshments, a finisher T-shirt and cash..

Forestburn is a short fell race near Rothbury on 9 August 2026. The course is about 5.6 km with 150 m of climb and is held at the Gate Pub as part of the Simonside Country Fair.

Trail runs of 5, 10 and 15 miles across the private Lambton Estate in County Durham, with mixed terrain, live chip timing, canicross friendly rules and on-site parking.

A trail half marathon of about 13.1 miles across the North York Moors, featuring forest tracks, heather clad moorland and repeated climbs of Roseberry Topping. Limited to 50 runners, with mandatory kit, marked route and a five hour cut off.

A club organised event on 20 August 2026 at Whitehills Nature Park offering a flat two lap gravel course with chip timing. Senior and junior races run under UK Athletics rules with age categories and listed entry fees.

An inflatable obstacle run in Newcastle with looped 2.5k laps and distance options of 2.5k 5k 10k and 15k, music zones, finisher medal, on course water and family and group discounts.

A challenging fell race in Northumberland's beautiful countryside. The 5.8km route features 300m of climb and is part of the regional championship. Entry is available on the day.

Tackle Roseberry Topping on Wed 26 Aug 2026 in this classic short fell race hosted from Newton under Roseberry. Expect a punchy 2.3 km course with big climb and great views, junior entries welcome and on the day entry available.

A scenic 10 km trail race on 29 August 2026 around Derwent Walk Country Park, starting and finishing at Blaydon Rugby Club. The event offers chip timing, finishers medals, food vendors and onsite parking.

A short fell race of 4 km with about 120 m climb at the Show Field in St John's Chapel. Day entries cost £2 and there are separate junior races for children aged 4 to 12 plus an under 18 category.

Join this lively fell race at Bellingham Showfield as part of the country show, tackling 4 miles with 600 ft of climb across classic Northumberland terrain. No pre entry required; runners aged 16 and over can sign up on the day.

A seven hour timed trail run along the River Wear in Durham with lap-based distances from 3 km up to 50 km, medals and distance pins for half marathon and above, on-course drink and snack support and a goody bag for finishers.

Hardmoors 26.2 Roseberry in Guisborough on 30 August 2026 offers a Trail Marathon, Half Marathon and 10k with significant ascent, mandatory safety kit and downloadable maps for untaped, self navigated courses.

A 7 hour trail time challenge along the River Wear in Durham offering lap based distances from 3 km up to ultra and 50 km options. Finishers get a themed medal and goody bag; aid stations and vegan options are available.

A trail running event at Kielder Castle on 5 September 2026 offering five waymarked routes from 6 km to 50 km, on-course fuel stations, GPX routes and on-site camping options near Kielder Forest.

Cronkley Fell Race is a 10.5 mile fell race with 1800 ft of ascent around Upper Teesdale and the River Tees. Organised by Durham Fell Runners, entries are via SI Entries and the entry price includes a free chip butty.

A **50K** mountain ultramarathon on 19 September 2026 around Wooler and the Cheviot Hills, following a GPS route past Yeavering Bell, Hen Hole and other local landmarks. The event includes two aid stations, medical cover, a GPS tracker and..