Trail Blazer - Dam Busters

Barnard Castle, United Kingdom • 19 Apr 2026

Event details

Trail Blazer - Dam Busters is a new race organised by Heart & Soul Racing. The next scheduled date is 19/04/2026. Both races start from Blackton Grange Estate near Barnard Castle and take place on moors and rugged trails in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the Pennine Way. Distances offered:

  • 10K
  • Half Marathon

Location and travel

Blackton Grange Estate is in the North Pennines, about 20 minutes west of Barnard Castle. The site is remote and rural; public transport is extremely limited, so driving is recommended. Directions given include using the A1(M) to the A66 at Scotch Corner, then west towards Barnard Castle and following signs for Cotherstone and Baldersdale. The estate is signposted from that route. The organiser encourages car sharing to reduce environmental impact. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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