Durham
Trail Running Calendar near Durham 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Durham for 2026-2027! We've gathered 88 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
November 2026
A seven-mile trail race through the Gibside National Trust estate on 15 November 2026, passing historic landmarks. The event includes water stations, distance markers, baggage storage and live chip timing.
Charity 5 km trail run at Cowpen Bewley Woodland Park, two laps on undulating mixed terrain, organised by Billingham Running Club to raise funds for local charities.
A relaxed social trail run from Pedalling Squares Cafe in Swalwell with 5 km and 10 km options, conversational pace and a post-run coffee.
An off road obstacle race for dogs and owners at Aske Estate near Richmond, offering 5 km and 10 km courses with many marked obstacles and tie up points.
December 2026
Guisborough Moors is a 12.5 mile 20.1 km fell race on 6 December from Guisborough Sea Cadets Hall with about 792 m ascent and entry on the day.
A fell race in Allendale on 6 December 2026 covering 16.8 km with 379 m of climb, open to runners aged 18 and over with pre entry and on the day entry available.
Annual 5 km trail race in Ashington Community Woods with two flat laps, goody bags for finishers and a donation to the Friends of the Woods.
A night-time fell race to Chapelfell Top on unmarked, pathless ground that requires off-path navigation experience and extensive, specified kit.
Take on a scenic 8.8 km fell race from Guisborough Rugby Club through the North York Moors, with 376 m of climb to test your legs. Junior races and team categories make it a festive late December outing with on the day entries and post race refreshme..
January 2027
Captain Cook's Races in Great Ayton on 1 Jan 2027 features an 8 km fell course with 318 m ascent, junior events, team categories and FRA permit with UK Athletics insurance.
Trail runs at Gibside National Trust on 3 January 2027 offering 5 and 10 mile routes, canicross friendly, chip timing, finisher medal and free on site parking.
A 10K trail run in Ashington on 10 January 2027 through community woods and QEII Country Park, relatively flat terrain and canicross friendly.
February 2027
Trail marathon, half and 10k at Saltburn-by-the-Sea with self-navigation, mandatory kit requirements and a 330 runner limit.
A 16.5 km fell race in the North York Moors with 573 m ascent, based at Ingleby Cross Village Hall and offering entry on the day under FRA permit.