Chopwell Woods Summer Trail Runs

The Slaley Trail Half-Marathon is set to return in November 2024 for its sixth year, offering a scenic running experience in the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Participants can choose between a half marathon (13.1 miles) and a 10km (6.2 miles) trail run, both featuring picturesqu..

The Gibside Fruit Bowl Trail Race is an annual running event held in the scenic grounds of the National Trust Gibside Estate in Rowlands Gill, Gateshead. This year marks the 24th edition of the race, featuring a single lap course that spans approximately 7 miles on varied terrain, including tracks, ..

The Fell Em Doon Festive 5 km is an inclusive running event taking place in Ashington, Northumberland. This flat, trail-based race is designed for participants of all abilities, featuring a well-marshalled course with a generous cut-off time of 45 minutes. Each finisher receives a technical t-shirt,..

The Blanchland Moon Runner 10K is an exhilarating night-time trail running event set in the picturesque wilderness of Blanchland. Scheduled for December 14, 2024, this race offers participants a unique experience as they navigate a challenging 10K course, featuring approximately 700 feet of elevatio..

The Silent Night Fell Race, organized by Durham Fell Runners and supported by the Fell Runners Association, is a challenging 6.6km race featuring a 370m ascent, taking place entirely in the dark on unmarked, rough terrain. Participants must possess extensive fell racing experience and provide eviden..

The Chopwell Woods Christmas Trail Races is a festive running event held in the scenic Chopwell Woods, a 360-hectare mixed woodland area near Gateshead. This popular event features various race distances, including a sold-out Family 1 Mile, a 4 Mile, and an 8 Mile race for participants aged 16 and o..