Articles

Belgian Ultrarunner Karel Sabbe's Record-Breaking Pacific Crest Trail Run Showcased in New YouTube Documentary

Explore Karel Sabbe's record-breaking Pacific Crest Trail run in a riveting documentary. Jour..

Trail Running: How it Can Help Reduce Stress and Anxiety

Trail running is an effective way to reduce stress, anxiety, and improve physical and mental he..

Trail Running vs. Road Running: Which One Is Right For You?

When it comes to running, there are two primary options to choose from: trail running and road..

Deadwater Trail Run

Name: Deadwater Trail Run
Start: 2025-12-27
End: 2025-12-27
Location: Kielder

Kielder, United Kingdom • 27 Dec 2025

Event

The Deadwater Trail Run takes place in Kielder Forest on Saturday 27 December 2025. It is Race 1 of the Shadowlands Race Series and is organised by Cold Brew Events Ltd. The minimum age to enter is 18 or older. Entry fees shown are UKA Member £28 and Non Member £30, plus a booking fee; the entry fee includes a £4 Forestry England charge. A £2 fee applies to participants who are not UKA members. Registration opens and closes on the dates listed by the organiser.

Course and competition

The event is a night trail run of 15 km with 603 m of elevation. The route uses forest tracks and mountain bike trails, centres around the Deadwater mountain bike trail, and summits the highest point of Deadwater Fell before descending back to the finish. Prizes are available on the night and competitors can earn points toward the series overall presentation, scheduled for 21 February 2026 at Pedalling Squares cafe. The event is held under TRA/UKA rules. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North East (England) Kielder

Race information

Registration

15 km

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Trail runs nearby

Saturday Jun 13

Gelt Gladiator

Lanercost

Mud Run / Obstacle Run

6 km

10 km

10 mi

A mixed terrain mud obstacle event in Walton offering 10 miles, 10K, 6k and a junior 4k. The course includes technical obstacles, a 100 metre slip and slide and on-course water stations.

Sat - Sun Jun 13-14

North Star Ultra

Butteryhaugh

170 mi

A five leg trail ultra from Kielder Castle totaling 170 miles, with solo, pair and quad entry options. The first four legs can be done in any order but the North leg must be completed last, and participants are tracked with support teams on..

Saturday Jun 13

Roman Wall Show

Bardon Mill

7 km

A fell race at Steel Rigg car park in the North Pennines on 13 June 2026, featuring a 7.1 km course with 189 m climb. Entry is on the day for £5, and a 1.8 km junior race is held for 8 to 16 year olds.

Saturday Jun 20

Eildon Three Hill Race

Melrose

7 km

A 7.2 km hill race with 510 m of ascent across the three Eildon Hills, starting and finishing at Gibson Park, Melrose on 20 June 2026. Online entry only with early bird and standard prices and cash prizes for age category winners.