Beyond Newcastle

The Hopper 12 hr Looped Trail Race takes place at Hamsterley Forest, County Durham, on June 21, 2025. Runners complete as many 4.2-mile loops as possible within 12 hours on a course featuring about 650 feet of elevation gain per lap, ideal for those training for Backyard ultras. The trail consists o..

The Chopwell Woods "Burger & Beer" Trail Runs, hosted by Wild Deer Events, take place annually at Chopwell Woods near Rowlands Gill, Gateshead. Set within a scenic 360-hectare mixed woodland, the event offers trail running distances of 5, 10, or 15 miles on well-marked routes, including a 5-mile lap..

The Trail Outlaws Urban Trail Series (UTS) offers runners of all abilities the opportunity to enjoy or compete on local trails near Biddick Academy, NE38 8AL. The series features fully marked and marshalled courses, ensuring a safe and supportive environment. Distances range from 5K to half marathon..

The Willow Miner Trail Race is a scenic 5.4-mile (8.7 km) trail running event held in Durham, starting and finishing near the Graham Sports Centre (Maiden Castle). The course traverses woodland, meadows, and riverbanks, featuring landmarks like the Willow Miner and Willow Lady. Runners experience va..

The Saturn 7 Hour Time Challenge in Durham is a trail running event held at the Durham Amateur Rowing Club along the scenic River Wear, offering views of the Cathedral. Participants have up to seven hours to run as many laps as they wish on a 4.37-mile (7km) or possibly a 3.28-mile course, with a mi..

The Wheelbirks Summer 10k is a trail running event held at Wheelbirks Farm in Stocksfield, Northumberland. This inaugural race features a challenging 10k-ish course that traverses farmland boundaries, forest and woodland trails, with steep technical climbs, descents, and a river crossing, offering a..