Bellingham
Trail Running Calendar near Bellingham 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Bellingham for 2026-2027! We've gathered 62 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
May 2027
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 Hulne Park near Alnwick Castle with 5k, 10k, half marathon and junior 2k options, chip timing and finisher medals. Entries are limited and the event is hosted by Northumberland Estate.
June 2027
Two days of junior and adult multisport races at Druridge Bay with open-water swims, trail runs and sprint and standard triathlon races including a 2027 European qualifier.
A mud-based obstacle race in Walton offering 10 miles, 10 km, 5 km and a junior 4 km course with 20 obstacles, event village and on-site facilities.
July 2027
A 20-mile unmarked fell event in Wooler summiting Cheviot and Hedgehope, with a concurrent non-competitive 7-hour Challenge Walk and a 300-entry limit.
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 muddy 5k obstacle course at Town Moor, Newcastle for ages 13 and over, held on mixed terrain with staggered wave starts and on-site refreshments and toilets.
A 10.6 km fell race near Rothbury with 410 m climb, on the day entry for £5, teams of three allowed and UK Athletics permit insurance.
A three day festival of running, fitness, wellness and live music at Druridge Bay Country Park with weekend camping and team and solo 24 hour events.
August 2027
A 37 mile loop in the North Pennines AONB with 4,800 ft ascent, self navigating route, checkpoints, a three-person relay option and eco-friendly event extras.
Inflatable obstacle course in Newcastle on 21 August 2027 offering looped distances from 2.5k to 15k, multiple inflatables and music zones, medals and family and group options.
A 6.4 km fell race at Bellingham Showfield with 183 m ascent, held during the country show and open to runners aged 16 and over with entry on the day.
September 2027
A fundraising trail event in Northumberland with an approx 22 mile long route, marked checkpoints and mandatory safety kit, organised by the Northumberland National Park Mountain Rescue Team.
A 10 km trail run through grasslands and woodlands at Rising Sun Country Park on 27 September 2026, canicross friendly with live chip timing and a finisher medal.