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Stanhope Trail Races

Stanhope, United Kingdom • 11 Apr 2026

The Stanhope Trail Races, organized by Greener Miles Running, take place in Stanhope, County Durham, within the scenic North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and UNESCO Global Geopark. The event offers challenging trail running distances of approximately 10k (7 miles) with 1200ft elevation and a half marathon (14.6 miles) with 1887ft elevation. The routes feature varied terrain including open heather moors, woodland trails, single-track paths, and moorland climbs, showcasing the region’s natural beauty and heritage. The race emphasizes environmental responsibility, providing wildflower seed packets to participants and avoiding disposable plastics. The start and finish are at Stanhope Showground, with full race support including feed stations, medical cover, and hot food. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North East (England) Stanhope

Race information

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15 mi
1887 m+
15 Miles
10 km
1200 m+
10k + (7 Miles)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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