Alston
Trail Running Calendar near Alston 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Alston for 2026-2027! We've gathered 59 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
March 2027
A fully tracked 30 mile trail ultramarathon in the Eden Valley with 3000 ft ascent, four checkpoints, a 12 hour cut off and options for relay or walking entries.
An 11-mile night trail starting and finishing at Kielder Waterside under gold-tier Dark Sky Park status, with marked checkpoints, mandatory kit and a three hour cut off.
An out and back run or walk from Pooley Bridge to Hallin Fell with a full 13 mile route, shorter turn back options and post event refreshments in the village hall.
Carrock Fell is a 9 km fell race in the Lake District on 7 March 2027 with 500 m ascent, permit coverage and day entry only for participants aged 18 and over.
A 160 km point to point mountain ultra from Patterdale to The Lion Inn along Wainwright's Coast to Coast, with a 62 hour cut-off, live tracking and mandatory kit requirements.
A 46 km ultra around Kielder's Lakeside Way on 20 March with options to run with a dog, walk, or join a team relay.
MapRun navigation score event in Glenridding on 20 March 2027 with pre entry from £7 and on the day entry £10.
April 2027
A 26 mile charity challenge walk around Allendale, Northumberland on 3 April 2027, organised by North of Tyne Mountain Rescue Team.
A 55 km self sufficiency ultra from Kirkby Stephen to Richmond on Wainwright’s coast to coast route, with mapped GPX, multiple aid stations and mandatory kit checks.
A 40 mile Lake District mountain route with about 10,000 ft of ascent, unmarked navigation, summit crossings and roadside resupply on a high and exposed course.
May 2027
Evening trail runs at Gibside National Trust on 5 May 2027 with 5 km and 10 km options, live chip timing and Canicross friendly.
A self navigated mountain trail of about 37 miles on a classic Pennine Way section, linking Bowlees and Alston via Cow Green Reservoir, High Cup Nick and Crossfell; places limited to 100.
Runs around Derwent Reservoir in May offering 5 km, 5 mile and 10 mile routes on firm trails and closed roads, live chip timing, and finisher medals.
Trail races around Ullswater offering 10, 21.5 and 33.5 mile routes with compulsory kit, age limits, support stations and electronic timing.
June 2027
A 13 km fell race on Blencathra in the Lake District with 825 m ascent; entry on the day cash only, minimum age 18.
Trail runs in Pooley Bridge on 5 June 2027 with 10 km and half marathon routes, chip timing, finisher medal, and support for Patterdale Mountain Rescue.
A relaxed 10 km sunset stroll from Basecamp to Birket Fell in Kirkby Stephen, with a tasting stop and marshalled, guided support along the route.
A fully supported one way 70 miles (112 km) ultramarathon along Hadrian's Wall to the Newcastle Quayside, with five staffed pit stops and professional medical cover.
A three day mountain event around Kirkby Stephen with ultramarathon, mountain marathon, 20k and 10k options raising funds for local good causes.