Trail Running calendar near Kelso 2025-2026

Test your limits at the SCOTT Sports Summer Cheviot Goat, a single day ultra across the wild Cheviot hills. With GPS tracking and a 24 hour cutoff, expect remote terrain, prizes for top finishers and a finisher shirt and medal.

Take on the legendary West Highland Way Race, a 96 mile ultra across Scotland's dramatic Highlands from Milngavie to Fort William. This epic point to point challenge demands stamina, a motorised support crew and a 35 hours time limit.

Run a flat, fully signed trail along the River Wear with cathedral views at Saturn Lord of The Run North, a 7 hour trail event in Durham. Pick from short laps to ultra distances, earn a themed medal with aid stations and vegan options.

Run as far as you like in seven hours along the River Wear with cathedral views at Lord of The Run North. Choose your distance from 3 km up to ultra, enjoy on course aid, themed medals and vegan goody bags.

Join the Chopwell Woods Burger & Beer Trail Runs on 27 June 2026 for scenic 5, 10 and 15 mile trail routes through 360 hectares of woodland. Finishers enjoy a medal plus a burger and beer and the event is canicross friendly.

Join the Alston Gala Fell Race in the North Pennines on Saturday 27 June 2026, starting and finishing at Alston Playing Field. A punchy 6.2 km course with about 211 m of climb promises classic fell terrain and a friendly atmosphere.

Soak up sea views on a scenic Northumbrian coastal trail from Barn at the Bay to Hemscott Hill Farm, billed as 10K but closer to 12K across gravel tracks and sandy dunes. Race, run or stroll then relax with live music, food, drinks and llam..

Tackle the classic Blencathra fell race in the Lake District, a challenging 13 km route with 825 m of climb over rugged ridges and stunning views. Pre entry only via SiEntries, this English champs counter is a true test of fell running.

Gategill Fell Race on Wed 1 Jul 2026 in the Lake District is a short steep 3.6 km climb that tests hill running and grit. On the day entries only, wear grippy shoes and enjoy refreshments as proceeds support the local community.

Take on Patterdale's historic parish boundary on a challenging high level route with navigation, options from a family downhill to a 28 mile epic. Proceeds benefit Patterdale school and church.

Take on the classic 20 mile Chevy Chase across rugged Northumberland fells and the summit of Cheviot. This unmarked navigational fell race demands solid mountain kit and rewards with sweeping upland views.

Take on the Darren Holloway Memorial Race Buttermere Horseshoe on Sat 4 Jul 2026 in the Lake District. This tough 35.5 km mountain course with 2515 m of climb rewards strong trail skills and spectacular fell scenery.

Tackle a tough 15 km hill challenge with 960 m of climbing at Dollar Academy in Central Scotland on Sat 4 Jul 2026. Expect steep, rewarding climbs, lively team competition and easy entry online or on the day.

Tackle a classic 37 mile Pennine Way trail on 4 July 2026, passing High Cup Nick, Cauldron's Snout and spectacular waterfalls before finishing at Alston YHA. Limited to about 75 entries with coach transport to the start included.

Run the Cross Fell fell race in Garrigill on Sun 5 Jul 2026, a 24 km challenge with about 680 m of climb to the Pennines' highest point. Expect epic upland scenery and a friendly village race atmosphere with on the day entries.

Try the Saltwell Harriers Fell Race near Stanhope, County Durham, a scenic 9 km with about 300 m of climb through rugged Northumberland hills. On the day entries available for £5, a welcoming but testing run for fell runners.

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.

Take on the wild Northumberland hills at the Saint Cuthbert's Way Ultra in Wooler, with UTMB qualifying 100KM and 45M distances. Fully way marked route includes a tide race section, stocked checkpoints, recce runs and live GPS tracking.

Take on the British Championship Hill Race at the Alva Games in Scotland. A short 2.5 km course climbs 365 m through steep slopes, gorse and muddy gullies, with junior and senior categories for a proper hill running test.

Join this evening fell race in St John's Chapel, Weardale, for a tough 7 km out and back with 400 m of ascent to the summit of Chapelfelltop. Expect rough terrain and basic navigation; maps and cafe refreshments available in the village.