Trail Running Calendar North East (England) 2025-2026

The Run Durham Hamsterley Forest Summer 10k is a challenging and scenic race set in the beautiful Hamsterley Forest, County Durham. Scheduled for July 13, 2025, this 10k event features a hilly course that includes both enduring climbs and fast downhill sections, culminating in a flat 2km finish. Par..

The Chapelfell Top Fell Race, organized by Durham Fell Runners, is a challenging 7km race featuring a 400m ascent. Set in the scenic Weardale region, the course includes tough fell ground and a significant climb to the summit of Chapelfell Top at 703m. This out-and-back route requires participants t..

The Captain Callcott Canter is a multi-terrain trail race organized by the Derwent Valley Running Club in collaboration with Greener Miles Running. Set in the picturesque Derwenthaugh Park, participants will race over and beneath the historic 9 Arches Viaduct. This event, now in its 11th year, honor..

The Saint Cuthbert's Way Ultra is an exciting running event that takes participants along one of the UK's most renowned long-distance walking routes. This ultra-marathon features a fully marked course, with options for both 100KM and 45M races, making it a qualifying event for the UTMB. Runners will..

The Northumberlandia 10K Trail Race offers a unique running experience, allowing participants to race up, over, and around the impressive landform of Northumberlandia. Scheduled for July 19, 2025, this event features a challenging 10K route that includes hills, stone paths, and forest tracks. A chil..

The Isaac's Tea Trail Ultra is a challenging trail running event set in the stunning North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Scheduled for August 2, 2025, participants will navigate a 37-mile loop starting and ending in Allendale, passing through picturesque locations like Ninebanks, Alst..

The South Shields 10 Mile Race is a popular running event set along the stunning coastline of South Shields, known for its scenic views and supportive community atmosphere. Scheduled for August 3, 2025, this race serves as an excellent fitness benchmark leading up to the Great North Run in September..

The Devil Half Marathon is a challenging running event set in the scenic Derwent Valley, taking place on August 9, 2025. Participants will tackle a demanding course featuring a significant elevation gain of 1666 feet, including the tough Clockburn Lonnen within the first mile. The event promises on-..

The Lambton Castle Trail Runs is an exciting summer event set in the picturesque private grounds of the Lambton Estate in Chester-le-Street, County Durham. Participants can choose from three distances: 5, 10, or 15 miles, all featuring mixed terrain that includes rough trails, firm paths, and cross-..

Silverbacktrails Othnesbery’s Revenge is a trail running event set in the stunning North York Moors National Park, featuring a challenging route of approximately 10 miles. Participants will navigate through forest tracks and heather-clad moorland, culminating in a climb up the iconic Roseberry Toppi..

Tidal Trails is an exciting running event set to take place at South Shields, combining a unique beach festival atmosphere with trail running. Participants can choose from an 8K run that starts and finishes on the beach, or a shorter 2km version suitable for beginners and younger runners. The event..

The Blanchland Show 1/2 and 10k is a trail running event set in the picturesque North Pennines, known for its stunning landscapes and rich heritage. Participants can choose between a half marathon (approximately 13.5 miles) and a 10k race (approximately 7 miles), both featuring challenging terrain a..

The Hardmoors 26.2: Roseberry is a challenging trail marathon event set in the stunning landscapes of the North York Moors and Cleveland Heritage Coastline. This event is part of a series of six marathons, offering participants the choice of a full marathon, half marathon, or a 10k race. Each race r..

The Enchanted Ultra 50K is an exciting ultra-marathon set in the breathtaking Cheviot Hills, scheduled for September 6, 2025. Participants will navigate a challenging 50K course that showcases the region's stunning landscapes, ancient forests, and rich folklore, including encounters with mythical fa..

The Cronkley Fell Race is an annual event organized by the Durham Fell Runners, featuring a challenging 10.5-mile course with an ascent of 1800 feet. The race begins and ends at the Farmhouse Kitchen in Low Way Farm, Middleton-in-Teesdale, and takes participants through the scenic Upper Teesdale Nat..

The Raby Castle Trail Runs, scheduled for 2025, offers a scenic running experience within the stunning grounds of Raby Castle in Darlington, England. Participants can choose from three distances: 5, 10, or 15 miles, with routes featuring mixed terrain, including trails, grass paths, and woodlands. T..

The Hellhole 5 Mile Trail Race is an exciting running event organized by Derwentside Athletic Club, taking place on September 14, 2025. This scenic race features a challenging 5-mile course with an elevation gain of 500 feet, traversing tarmac, gravel, and woodland trails, including the picturesque..

The Hardmoors 60 is an endurance running event that takes place along the scenic Cleveland Way, stretching from Guisborough to Filey. Participants will traverse a 60-mile route that showcases beautiful coastal resorts and fishing villages, including Saltburn, Staithes, and Scarborough, while primari..

The Cow Shed Backyard Ultra is a unique running event where competitors must complete a 4.1-mile loop on the hour, every hour, until only one runner remains. The event takes place at Wheelbirks Parlour in Stocksfield, Northumberland. Participants face the challenge of pacing themselves, as they must..

The Anne Allan Trail Run is a charitable event dedicated to raising funds for Motor Neurone Disease in memory of Anne Allan, a beloved member of Alnwick Harriers. This event features a scenic 9 km circular route through the beautiful Ingram Valley, combining both road and trail sections. Open to par..