Chopwell Woods Christmas Trail Races

The Derwent Reservoir 5k & 10k Trail Runs will take place on May 11, 2025, at Derwent Waterside Park, located on the border of Durham and Northumberland. This event is designed for participants of all fitness levels, featuring scenic routes primarily on firm trails and footpaths, with some sections..

The Hopper 12 hr Looped Trail Race takes place on June 21, 2025, at Hamsterley Forest, County Durham. Runners complete as many 4.2-mile loops as possible within 12 hours, each loop featuring approximately 650 feet of elevation gain. The event is designed to help participants practice pacing for Back..

The LRC Tees Trailtastic is a trail running event held in County Durham, designed for off-road enthusiasts seeking adventure rather than competition. Participants can choose between a 9-mile or a 3.5-mile course along sections of the Teesdale Way, featuring rolling terrain, gentle inclines, and scen..

The NAV4 Pennine 39 is a challenging 37-mile mountain trail event held in the Cumbrian/Durham Pennines, featuring one of the most stunning sections of the Pennine Way. The route passes iconic landmarks such as High Force and Cauldron's Snout waterfalls, the geological marvel High Cup Nick, and ascen..

The Chopwell Woods "Burger & Beer" Trail Runs, hosted by Wild Deer Events, take place annually at Chopwell Woods, a scenic 360-hectare mixed woodland near Rowlands Gill on the edge of Gateshead. Participants can choose from 5, 10, or 15-mile trail distances, with a 5-mile lap route available. The ev..

The Cross Fell Race, held in Garrigill, is a challenging 24 km fell running event featuring 680 meters of ascent. This race, now in its fifth year, takes runners on a scenic lasso route that includes the summit of Cross Fell, the highest peak in the Pennines, and the source of the River Tees. Set in..