Stanhope Trail Races

The Stanhope Trail Races, organized by Greener Miles Running, take place in Stanhope, County Durham, within the scenic North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and UNESCO Global Geopark. The event offers challenging trail runs with two distances: a 10k (7 miles, 1200ft elevation) and a half marathon (14.6 miles, 1887ft elevation). The courses feature varied terrain including open heather moors, woodland trails, and single-track paths with natural landmarks like waterfalls.

The race emphasizes environmental responsibility, avoiding disposable plastics and providing wildflower seed packets to participants. The start and finish are at Stanhope Showground, with fully marked routes, feed stations, medical cover, and post-race refreshments. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.