Lonesome Pine Trail Run

Kielder, United Kingdom • 31 Jan 2026

Lonesome Pine Trail Run

The Lonesome Pine Trail Run is a 17 km night trail race held on 31 January 2026 in Kielder Forest. It is Race 5 of the Shadowlands Race Series and carries 369 m of recorded elevation. The event is organised by Cold Brew Events Ltd and is held under TRA and UKA rules.

The route uses forest tracks and mountain bike trails, centered on the Lonesome and Sky Dive mountain bike loops. Runners follow the relatively flat Lakeside Way before entering a sequence of long steady climbs to a highest point. The descent uses newly built mountain bike trails that lead into Kielder village and on to the finish.

Entry details include an age minimum of 18 years. Entries open on 26 October 2025 at 20:00 and close on 26 January 2026. Entry fees are listed as UKA member £28.00 and non member £30.00, plus a booking fee. The entry fee includes a £4 Forestry England charge. A £2 fee applies for participants who are not UKA members. There are prizes awarded on the night and competitors can earn points toward the series presentation scheduled for 21 February 2026 at Pedalling Squares cafe. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

17 km
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