Trail Running Calendar North East (England) 2026-2027

Test your strategy at this unique 10km trail race in Chopwell Woods where you choose your own start time. Face the clock in a race where the person who starts the latest and finishes before the cutoff wins.

Experience scenic trail running at Derwent Reservoir with 5km and 10km courses featuring firm paths and woodland trails. This canicross friendly event on the Durham border includes chip timing and finisher medals for all participants.

Enjoy a flexible trail run along the River Wear with this 7 hour time challenge. Participants of all abilities can choose their own distance and earn a themed medal and distance pins in a supportive environment.

Enjoy a flexible timed trail run along the River Wear with stunning views of Durham Cathedral. Complete as many laps as you like over seven hours with full support and a themed medal for all finishers.

A multi terrain 10K in Hulne Park by Alnwick Castle on 24 May 2026 with a one loop route on paths and farm tracks. The event also offers 2K junior, 5K and half marathon options and has limited entries.

Join Low Fell Running Club at The Angel View Inn on 28 May 2026 for a scenic multi terrain race with a 5.5 mile senior route and 1.5 mile junior races. Expect chip timing, prizes and a friendly club atmosphere that suits all abilities.

Experience a flat trail run through the Fox Rush Farm Community Woodland with 3k and 5k options. Enjoy chip timed races on established paths organized by New Marske Harriers and receive a burger and medal at the finish.

Run either a 40km marathon or 60km ultra on the official Samaritans Way trails. Support Teesside Samaritans while enjoying a fully marshalled route featuring updated courses and a unique predictor league.

Experience a 100km journey along the Northumberland coastline from Bamburgh Castle to Tynemouth Priory. This fully supported trail race features historic landmarks and scenic coastal paths with a 24 hour completion window.

Test your endurance at Kielder Castle with a 170 mile trail challenge. Navigate five distinct legs solo or as a team and strategically choose your route to conquer the North Star.

Enjoy a 7 hour time challenge along the scenic River Wear with views of Durham Cathedral. Run or walk as many laps as you choose to earn themed medals and distance pins on this inclusive trail course.

Enjoy a 7 hour time challenge along the River Wear in Durham. Choose your own distance from 3 km to an ultra marathon on a scenic trail course with full support and themed medals.

Discover the scenic Teesdale Way with this supportive trail event in Barnard Castle featuring 3.5, 9, and 15 mile off road routes for all abilities.

The Fellrunner at Windy Gyle is a rugged 13.7 km test with 549 m of climb across scenic Northumberland hills on Sun 21 Jun 2026. Entry on the day is welcome with modest fees for members and non members.

Run through 360 hectares of mixed woodland in Gateshead with 5, 10, and 15 mile trail options. Enjoy chip timed racing and a post race medal with a burger and beer at the finish line.

Experience a 12 km out and back trail run along the Northumbrian coastal path. Enjoy a route through sandy dunes and gravel trails followed by live music and food at Hemscott Hill Farm.

Experience a 20 mile unmarked fell journey through the Northumberland uplands summiting Cheviot and Hedgehope. Choose between a competitive run or a self navigated walking challenge starting from Wooler Youth Hostel.

MacTuffX Sunderland offers a unique interval based racing format with 400m and 800m repetitions. Participants can compete solo or in teams through doubles and relay categories in this July event.

Participate in a 9 km fell race through the Durham countryside north of Stanhope. This event is part of the North East Fell Running Championships and features a 300 m climb for runners aged 18 and over.

Join this Beacon Hill fell race on Thu 9 Jul 2026 at Lordenshaw car park, Rothbury. A testing 6.6 mile course with 410 m of climb, entry on the day and teams of three welcome for a spirited summer challenge.