Hartlepool
Trail Running Calendar near Hartlepool 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Hartlepool for 2026-2027! We've gathered 73 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
Trail runs at Locomotion in Eaglescliffe on 20 September 2026 offering 5 mile and 10 mile courses partly along the original railway with proceeds supporting charity.
A 10 km trail run through the grasslands and woodlands of Rising Sun Country Park on 27 September 2026, with mixed terrain and a canicross option allowing one well controlled dog per runner.
October 2026
A roughly 10km trail race in the Derwent Valley with a fully marked and marshalled course through woodland, rocky sections and a stream crossing; entrants must be 18 or over.
An evening 10k trail in the enclosed Kiplin Hall estate combining gardens, woodland and lakeside paths, with refreshments, trophies and limited on-site parking.
A 7 hour Time Challenge on the River Wear in Durham with distances from 3 km to ultra, Scare Bear themed medals and distance pins, signed trail laps and aid tables offering drinks and snacks including vegan options.
Tackle the Viking Chase, a 12 km fell race across the North York Moors on 11 Oct 2026, featuring 572 m of climb and sweeping moorland views. Entry on the day, adults only, with proceeds to Cleveland Mountain Rescue.
A 7 hour timed trail challenge on signed laps beside the River Wear in Durham, with flexible lap distances, medals, goody bags and aid stations including vegan options.
Approximately 5 mile trail race near Shield Row over tarmac, gravel and woodland trails with about 500 ft of elevation.
Obstacle-course race at Aske estate for dogs and owners, with 5 km and 10 km routes, dozens of marked obstacles and an 850 m muddy assault section.
November 2026
Timed remembrance run in Durham beside the River Wear offering flexible distances from 3 km to 50 km, finisher medals, goody bags and on-course aid.
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.
December 2026
A 20 km fell race on Gisborough Moors in the North York Moors on Sun 6 Dec 2026, with 850 m of climb. Entry is available by pre-entry and on the day; teams are allowed and the race forms part of the North East Fell Running Champs.