Trail Running Calendar North East (England) 2024-2025

The Tyne Bridges to Boundaries Ultra is a 34-mile running event scheduled for March 15, 2025, starting and ending at The Cycle Hub in Newcastle upon Tyne. Inspired by the Audax spirit of cycling, this event emphasizes self-sufficiency and personal achievement rather than competition. Participants wi..

The Alnwick Castle Trail Runs offer a scenic and challenging experience for runners in the picturesque town of Alnwick, Northumberland. Participants can choose between a 10km run and a Half Marathon, both of which start and finish outside the iconic Alnwick Castle, known for its appearances in films..

The Hardmoors 55 is a challenging 55-mile ultramarathon that takes place from Guisborough to Helmsley, traversing the scenic North York Moors and Cleveland Hills. Participants face winter conditions and a significant elevation gain of over 2700 meters. The race is designed to be run unsupported, wit..

The Pendulum Race, organized by Northern Fell Running, is an exhilarating challenge set in Langleeford, featuring a demanding 11-mile course that includes conquering both Hedgehope Hill and The Cheviot. Participants will face a significant elevation gain of 3689 feet, testing their physical and ment..

The Stanhope Trail Races feature a half marathon and a 10k race, set against the stunning backdrop of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in County Durham, England. Participants can expect a challenging and scenic experience, moving away from urban tracks into picturesque landscape..

The Charm Bracelet Marathon is a scenic trail running event set along the stunning northeast coastline of England. Participants can choose between a full marathon of 26.57 miles or a half marathon of 14.35 miles, both featuring diverse terrains including mud, sand, and rocky paths. The marathon rout..

The Little Lifts Trail Run is an exciting running event set in the picturesque North Norfolk countryside, taking place at the Barningham Estate. Participants can choose from three distances: 10k, 20k, or 30k, all featuring single laps on varied terrain, including grass, gravel, and woodland tracks. ..

Beyond Newcastle is a trail and ultra running event that offers participants a choice between two distances: a 25km trail and a challenging 55km ultra. Both routes start and finish at the iconic Swing Bridge in Newcastle, providing a scenic experience through urban, railway, and woodland trails. The..

The Trail Outlaws Urban Trail Series (UTS) offers a range of running events designed for participants of all skill levels, from casual runners to competitive athletes. The series features various distances, including 5K and Half Marathon options, all set on local trails. Each race is fully marked an..

The Gibside 5K & 10K Trail Runs will take place at the National Trust Gibside Estate in Rowlands Gill, Tyne & Wear, on April 30, 2025. This evening event offers participants the choice between a 5km run, ideal for beginners aged 11 and up, and a 10km run for those aged 15 and older seeking a challen..

Wainwright's Pennine Journey North is an ultramarathon event taking place from May 2 to May 4, 2025, starting and finishing at Blanchland Village Hall in County Durham. This challenging race features a 112-mile solo option, a 52-mile solo race, and a three-person relay for the 112-mile course. The r..

The Derwent Reservoir 10k Trail Runs will take place on May 11, 2025, at the scenic Derwent Waterside Park in Edmundbyers, Consett. This event features both 5k and 10k trail runs, designed for participants of all fitness levels, showcasing the stunning surroundings of the reservoir. The routes prima..

The Northumberland Alnwick Castle Trail is a series of running events scheduled for May 18, 2025, at Hulne Park near Alnwick Castle. Participants can choose from a 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, or a Junior 2K race, all set in a picturesque, traffic-free environment. The courses feature undulating terrain ..

The Up the Spout Half Marathon is an exciting trail race set in the stunning Cheviot Hills, starting in the picturesque Ingram Valley. Participants will tackle challenging terrain, including notable peaks like Hedgehope Hill and Comb Fell, while enjoying breathtaking landscapes. The event promises a..

The Hopper 6&12 Hr Trail Race is an exciting endurance event taking place at Hamsterley Forest. Participants can choose to run solo or in teams, completing as many 4.2-mile loops as possible within their selected time limit of 6 or 12 hours. The course features approximately 650 feet of elevation ga..

The LRC Tees Trailtastic is a trail running event taking place in County Durham, designed for those seeking an off-road adventure rather than a competitive race. Participants can choose between a 9-mile circular course and a 3.5-mile route, both of which traverse scenic sections of the Teesdale Way,..

The Chopwell Woods "Burger & Beer" Trail Runs, organized by WILD DEER EVENTS, is an annual summer running event set in the scenic Chopwell Woods, a 360-hectare mixed woodland near Rowlands Gill. Participants can choose from three distances: 5, 10, or 15 miles, with routes to be confirmed. The event ..

The Chevy Chase is a challenging 20-mile running event set in the stunning upland scenery of Northumberland, taking place on July 5, 2025. This year marks the introduction of the Chevy Chase Challenge Walk, allowing participants to traverse the same route with a time limit of 7 hours. The course inc..

The Wheelbirks Summer 10k is an exciting trail race set to take place at Wheelbirks Farm in Northumberland. This inaugural event features a diverse course that includes farm field boundaries, forest trails, and challenging climbs and descents, making it suitable for both novice and experienced runne..

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..