Trail Running Calendar North East (England) 2026-2027

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.

Take on the Weardale Agricultural Show Fell Race on 29 August 2026 in St John's Chapel. A lively 4 km fell run with 120 m of climb across classic upland terrain, plus fun junior showground races and easy entry on the day.

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.

Choose your own distance along Durham's scenic River Wear in this 7-hour trail challenge. Run a few laps or go for a marathon, with medal and snacks waiting at the finish. A flat, signed course makes it accessible for all paces.

A trail race day at Sea Cadets Hall in Guisborough offering Marathon, Half Marathon and 10k on exposed North York Moors terrain with published ascent figures, compulsory safety kit, self-navigation using provided maps and set time limits.

Run your own distance challenge along the scenic River Wear in Durham. Choose from 3km to ultra marathon over a 7 hour window on a signed trail course. Every finisher gets a themed medal, goody bag, and full support at the aid station.

A trail running event at Kielder Castle on 5 September 2026 offering five route distances from 5 km to 52 km across forest trails with varied elevation. Camping, marked and timed courses, outposts and a plastic free policy are included.

Take on the Fellrunner at Cronkley on 12 Sep 2026, a scenic 17.1 km fell race near Barnard Castle with 560 m ascent that tests stamina and navigation. Places are limited and entrants get a chip butty and hot drink at the Farmhouse Kitchen.

A 50 km ultramarathon navigated by GPS through the rugged Cheviot hills. The route passes ancient landmarks and varied terrain, with two aid stations and an 11-hour limit. Finishers receive a medal, certificate, and food at the end.

A 63 mile coastal trail race on 19 September 2026 following the Cleveland Way from Guisborough to Filey, with an 18 hour time limit, included tracker, mandatory kit list and water and food at manned checkpoints.

Trail races at Raby Castle include 5km, 10km and Half Marathon routes through parkland and woodland with live chip timing, on-site parking and finisher medals.

Explore Hamsterley Forest on a scenic half marathon trail run. The undulating course winds through pine woods and clearings. Every finisher receives a themed medal and free photos.

Run a scenic 10 km through Rising Sun Country Park across grassland, woodland and a nature reserve with muddy patches and climbs. Canicross friendly, timed and finishing with medals and event photos.

Choose your challenge in this flexible 7 hour event along Durham's River Wear. Run laps to earn a themed medal and goody bag. An aid station supports your chosen distance.

A trail half marathon along Hadrian's Wall from Housesteads Roman Fort to Tyne Green Country Park in Hexham, covering 13.5 miles. The event features staggered group starts, required shuttle transport to the start, bag drop and live chip tim..

Choose your own distance in this 7-hour trail running time challenge along Durham's River Wear. All finishers earn a themed medal, with pins for longer distances. The event welcomes participants of various ages across multiple race options.

Trail runs from Shotley Bridge on 18 October 2026 offer 25 km and 53 km routes across moorland, woods and reservoir paths, with feed stations, mandatory kit for the 53 km, live chip timing and a finishers' medal and top.

Run under the stars at Dark Skies Run in Wooler on 31 October 2026, a Trail Outlaws night trail in Northumberland National Park with fully marked routes and stocked checkpoints. 10k and Half Marathon options.

A remembrance run along Seaham seafront starting at the Tommy War Memorial Statue. Two distances are offered with chip timing, a 90 minute cut off, and finishers receive a medal, t shirt and snack.

Honour fallen heroes on a scenic trail along the River Wear in Durham. This timed event lets you choose your distance, from a 3km run to an ultra marathon. All finishers receive a commemorative medal.