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Stanhope Trail Races

Stanhope, United Kingdom • 11 Apr 2026

Stanhope Trail Races take place in Stanhope, County Durham, starting and finishing at Stanhope Showground. The event offers two main routes: a 10k and a half marathon (about 14.6 miles), with elevation gains around 1,200 ft and 1,887 ft. Runners traverse the North Pennines AONB, featuring open moorland, woodlands and challenging fell sections. The 10k shares a descent along the Stanhope fell race route; the half marathon climbs toward Parkhead Station cafe, then to the old winding station at Bolt’s Law before rejoining the 10k. Features include fully waymarked routes, feed stations, medical cover, hot food at finish, and eco-friendly seed gifts. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North East (England) Stanhope

Race information

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15 mi
15 Miles
15 mi
1887 m+
Half-Marathon (14.6 Miles, 1887ft)
7 mi
1200 m+
10k + (7 Miles, 1200ft)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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