Barnard Castle
Trail Running Calendar near Barnard Castle 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Barnard Castle for 2026-2027! We've gathered 74 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
May 2027
Three distances around Derwent Reservoir on mixed terrain with chip timing, finisher medal and an on site parking charge.
A circa 13.2 mile trail half marathon around Black Hambleton and Silton Woods near Osmotherley, with varied terrain, one checkpoint, a bespoke medal and a four hour time limit.
Day 2 of the Dun Holm 5 in 5 Days Challenge is a seven hour time event on a signed trail by the River Wear, offering distances from 3 km up to ultramarathon, with medals, distance pins and aid stations.
Day 3 of a five day challenge in Durham follows a signed trail route along the River Wear with views of the Cathedral. The seven hour time challenge lets participants choose distances from 3 km upward, with themed medals, distance pins and goody bag..
Two races on 29 May 2027 across the North Yorkshire Moors, 80 km to Robin Hood's Bay and 32 km to the Lion Inn on Blakey Ridge.
June 2027
An evening route within The Yomp weekend in Kirkby Stephen, the La Sportiva Sunset Stroll is one of six events held at Pennine View Park and forms part of a volunteer-run festival that raises funds for local charities.
A three-day mountain running weekend around Kirkby Stephen with six events from a 65k ultra to a family 5k, plus catering, music and camping.
A community 5K run through Stenkrith Park and over the Millennium Bridge in Kirkby Stephen on 13 June 2027. The event includes a warm up at Basecamp, food and music and donates proceeds to the Northern Viaduct Trust.
July 2027
Trail running in Teesdale near Barnard Castle with waymarked 3.5, 9 and 15 mile courses, marshals, aid stations and optional post run yoga.
A 9 km fell race near Stanhope, Co Durham on 6 July 2027 with about 300 m of ascent; entry on the day for £5 and teams of three for men and women are allowed.
A point to point, just over 40 mile Lyke Wake Challenge in July with handicap starts, seven checkpoints, mandatory kit checks and a minimum donation from each entry to mountain rescue teams.
Looped trail event in Masham with three hour and six hour options, feed stations every three miles, a signed course, bespoke medal and finish treats including a beer and sausage sandwich.