Trail Running calendar near Lauder 2026-2027

A trail event at Whinlatter with South Side undulating routes: a *10k* (380m ascent) and a *5K* (200m ascent). Dog friendly, chip timed, marked, and run on mixed forest roads and trails.

Coastal trail running in Bamburgh on 20 February 2027 with 10K, half, marathon and ultra options across sand and dunes, fully marked and electronically timed, and included in the season leaderboard.

Scenic trail runs beside Alnwick Castle with 10 km and half marathon options, live chip timing, free parking and finishers' medals; the event donates £4 from each entry to NE Youth.

An eight hour loop challenge on mixed coastal and trail terrain on 27 Feb 2027, with *4.366 mile* laps timed by electronic wristbands and lap totals equating to half, full and ultra marathon distances.

A fully tracked 30 mile trail event in Morland near Penrith on 6 March 2027, with mixed off road terrain, about 3000 ft of ascent and four checkpoints. Walkers are welcome and a 12 hour time limit is provided.

A *50 km* ultramarathon along the John Muir Way in East Lothian, starting at Port Seton Promenade and finishing at Foxlake Adventures in Dunbar. The route passes Aberlady, Gullane and North Berwick and follows coastal and rural trails.

A night time trail event at Kielder Waterside where runners follow marked routes under gold tier dark skies; multiple distances are offered and entries range from £23 to £70. Volunteers, aid stations and a heated teepee feature in the event..

Coastal ultra from Bamburgh Castle to Druridge Bay Country Park with 54 km and 27 km options, live chip timing, feed stations along the route, and a pre race shuttle service from the finish to the starts.

Brough Law is a race with site pages for course and location, an entry form, and published results including a 2026 results PDF; the site also lists previous winners and provides local area information.

A 26 miles anti clockwise loop around Allendale, Northumberland, organised by North of Tyne Mountain Rescue Team to raise funds. The route crosses Hard Rigg, Black Hill and Kilhope Law and returns via Spartylea, The Drag and Ladlewell.

Trail running in Whinlatter forest on 4 April 2027 with two runnable courses of about 9 km and 12 km on wide forest tracks. Timed and marked routes allow dogs on suitable harnesses and borrowing kit is available.

An official backyard ultra at West Benridge Farm featuring a repeating 4.167 mile loop completed each hour, plus a festival-style HQ with DJs, food and coffee as the race continues until one Last Standing remains.

A trail running festival in Keswick on 10 April 2027 with two routes, 53k and 23k, across classic Lake District terrain. The event is TRA licensed and includes live ultra tracking, chip timing, photos and a themed medal.

A new 10km trail run around Bamburgh Castle and the beach on the Northumberland coast. The Saturday event features live chip timing, allows one dog per runner, and includes finisher medals and on-site parking.

Beyond Newcastle runs from the Quayside in Newcastle offering fully supported 55 km and 25 km trail routes that follow the Tyne and Derwent rivers with marshals, feed stations and live chip timing. Finishers receive a medal and merchandise.

Forest canicross in Dodd Wood with fully marked routes and views across Bassenthwaite Lake. Choose an 8K with 370 m ascent or a 5K with 210 m ascent. Chip timed and harnesses available to borrow.

At Beecraigs Country Park on 24 April 2027 runners repeat a 4.167 mile loop every hour until one completes a solo lap and becomes Last One Standing. Entry includes timing, camping access, parking for one vehicle and a finisher medal.

Final race of Lakeland Paws Season 5 at Whinlatter on 25 April 2027. Two marked trail options, 8K with about 360m ascent or 5K with about 240m, chip timed and dog friendly with harness rules and prize giving.

A scored 10 km route from Monachyle Mhor Hotel into Monachyle Glen, with trail sections, three water stops, chip timing and a separate 1 km fun run for younger runners.

A 90K UTMB Index 100K ultra along the historic Pilgrim Way from North Queensferry to St Andrews Cathedral. The fully marked route crosses towns such as Dunfermline and Ceres, includes 1,200 m of ascent and GPS tracking.