Slaley Hall & Forest Trail Runs
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Slaley Hall & Forest Trail Runs 2026
The Slaley Hall Trail Runs return for their eighth year in November 2026. The event is based at Slaley Hall Hotel, Coal Road, Hexham NE47 0BX, on the edge of the North Pennines AONB.
Distances include:
- Half Marathon - 13.1 miles includes 7 miles around Slaley Forest
- 10 km - 6.2 miles a single lap of the Slaley Hall grounds
The routes run through wooded estate grounds and forest trails within the parkland that surrounds Slaley Hall, set across approximately 1,000 acres. Course maps are provided for both distances. The half marathon contains a substantial section within Slaley Forest while the 10 km follows one lap of the hotel grounds.
The event is canicross friendly. One well controlled dog per runner is permitted and dogs must remain on a lead at all times. Live chip timing is used, with instant race results provided by Timing Up North.
All finishers receive an event medal, Wild Deer merchandise, a bacon sandwich or an alternative, and a hot drink inside the hotel. The hotel bar is available for additional refreshments. An exclusive event T shirt is offered for £14 as an optional extra. Free parking is available on site. Entry prices listed are £34 for the half marathon and £30 for the 10 km. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
