Trail Running Calendar North East (England) 2026-2027

Traverse 63 miles of the beautiful Cleveland Coast on this linear ultramarathon from Guisborough to Filey. Runners follow the cliff tops through iconic fishing villages with 18 hours to complete the course.

Test your endurance at West Shields Farm by completing a 4.1 mile loop every hour until only one runner remains. This backyard ultra features trail and woodland tracks with team and solo categories.

Raby Castle Trail Runs in September 2026 offers new 5km, 10km and half marathon routes across castle parkland and woodlands. The event features live chip timing, free parking on site and allows one controlled dog per runner.

Experience a scenic trail run through the winding forest tracks and pine trees of Hamsterley Forest. Choose between a 10k or Half Marathon and enjoy chip timed results and a unique themed medal.

A 10 km trail race at Rising Sun Country Park near Newcastle upon Tyne on 27 September 2026, featuring mixed terrain through grassland and woodland. A Canicross option is available and the minimum age is 16.

A 13.5 mile trail half marathon from Housesteads Roman Fort to Tyne Green Country Park in Hexham. Walkers take part one day and runners the next, with shuttle transport to the start, chip timing and support for Heel and Toe Children's Chari..

Trail run along the River Wear in Durham with a 7-hour time challenge and distances from 3 km to ultra, Scare Bear themed medals, aid tables with vegan options, and on-site facilities.

A trail event in Shotley Bridge, County Durham offering 25 km and 53 km routes across moorland, woodland and reservoir views. The 53 km includes mandatory kit requirements, feed stations and live chip timing.

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.

Run along the scenic Seaham seafront in this chip-timed event starting at the iconic Tommy War Memorial Statue. Choose between 5km and 10km distances on a focused road and coastal trail course.

Test your endurance at this three hour team mission at Charlton Hall Estate. Teams of five rotate through running and BikeErg disciplines in a high energy festival atmosphere with live music and food.

Join this timed challenge along the River Wear in Durham. Run as many laps as you choose over six hours to earn a themed medal and celebrate personal milestones on a scenic trail course.

A flexible time challenge in Durham along the River Wear offering distances from 3 km to ultra, Remembrance medals and distance pins. The event features signed trail laps, aid stations, goody bags and a two minute silence.

Experience a scenic trail run through 1,000 acres of tranquil forest and historic estate grounds at Slaley Hall. Choose between a 10km or half marathon course featuring live chip-timing and post-race refreshments.

Experience England's loneliest ultra with a 55 mile winter run through the Cheviot Hills. This self sufficient challenge features GPS tracking and a 24 hour time limit for experienced runners.

A 20 km fell race on Gisborough Moors in the North York Moors on Sun 6 Dec 2026, with 850 m of climb. Entry is available by pre-entry and on the day; teams are allowed and the race forms part of the North East Fell Running Champs.

A festive 2.5 km or 5.0 km trail run along the River Wear near Durham Cathedral, with themed medals, a goody bag, aid stations and facilities at Durham Amateur Rowing Club.

Take on the Simonside Cairns fell race in Rothbury, Northumberland, a rugged 11 mile route over moorland and cairns that rewards grit and scenery. Entry on the day from Jubilee Hall is £10 and teams of three are welcome.

Take part in a flexible 7 hour time challenge along the scenic River Wear in Durham. Run as many trail laps as you choose to earn a themed medal, goody bag, and a seasonal bobble hat.

A 7 hour Time Challenge along the River Wear in Durham on 13 December 2026 offering flexible distances from 3 km up to ultra and 50 km. Finishers receive a themed medal, a bobble hat, aid stations and a goody bag with vegan options.