Stretching from the Scottish Borders to the River Tees, the North East boasts fantastic adventures, with everything from running to surfing. Here, you can find active events across northernmost England and the people making them happen. Now get involved!
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This is the ultimate triathlon. Individuals and teams will conquer the beautiful waters, forests and terrain that give Northumberland and Kielder its unique character.
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Northumberland Coast Mighty Hike - where you'll take in famous sights such as Alnwick Castle and Bamburgh Castle to support people living with cancer.
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We put you on a bus... We blindfold you... We take you to an unknown location... You have no tech, no map, no watch, no idea where you are... Will you make it back to HQ or be lost for ever?
This 10K transforms ordinary people into local heroes along a city centre route that shares the same iconic start line as it's famous big sister. Expect a party atmosphere and some brilliant bling!
Take part in the world's biggest half marathon and experience the buzz, unrivalled support and cheerful crowds of this historic event. Charity places now available for 2024!
MoRunning brings everyday people together with the focus being to inspire you, your family, your kids and your friends to have the best time running!
The 2nd visit of 2024 to Gibside will be for a lapped Half Marathon Event.
Color Obstacle Rush is the biggest run in the world that combines the fun of colour and obstacles.
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Join thousands of runners on the streets of Sunderland, enjoying fabulous coastal views and superbly organised races across a range of distances. There is something for everyone!
A multi terrain event of approx 10k on private roads and tracks in the stunningly scenic Hulne Park, Alnwick.
Locke Park Pie & Peas 5 Mile
A beautiful and scenic ride awaits all entrants to the Wooler Wheel Classic.
The 20th Annual Raby Races will take place in 2024, hosted once again by Teesdale AC within the spectacular scenery offered up by Raby Castle and its surrounding 200-acre estate.
Trail Outlaws presents the Durham Trail 10 mile race which is also part of the Urban Trail Series of events.
Trail Outlaws presents the Durham Trail 5K race which is also part of the Urban Trail Series of events.
A six hour event consisting of around 5k loops.
Starting and finishing at Kielder Waterside Park, you will tackle the ultimate Dark Skies challenge.
Wild Deer Events is delighted to announce that we are returning for our annual Duathlon Event at the beautiful Derwent Reservoir in 2024.
Alongside the Derwent Reservoir Duathlons Wild Deer Event will be holding 5k & 10k Trail Run in 2024 which are suited for all fitness levels.
A number of years ago a popular Cycle Sportive in the North East was “The Hell of Hexham” which took riders from Hexham Race course up around the Pennines to Stanhope and back.
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We put you on a bus... We blindfold you... We take you to an unknown location... You have no tech, no map, no watch, no idea where you are... Will you make it back to HQ or be lost for ever?
This is the ultimate triathlon. Individuals and teams will conquer the beautiful waters, forests and terrain that give Northumberland and Kielder its unique character.
This 10K transforms ordinary people into local heroes along a city centre route that shares the same iconic start line as it's famous big sister. Expect a party atmosphere and some brilliant bling!
VO2MaxRacing is pleased to announce that the 2024 Northumberland Aquabike event has been selected to host a British Triathlon Age Group Qualifier for the...
VO2MaxRacing is pleased to announce that the 2024 Northumberland Aquabike event has been selected to host a British Triathlon Age Group Qualifier for the...
VO2MaxRacing is pleased to announce that the 2024 Northumberland Aquabike event has been selected to host a British Triathlon Age Group Qualifier for the...
VO2MaxRacing is pleased to announce that the 2024 Northumberland Aquabike event has been selected to host a British Triathlon Age Group Qualifier for the...
VO2MaxRacing is pleased to announce that the 2024 Northumberland Aquabike event has been selected to host a British Triathlon Age Group Qualifier for the...
VO2MaxRacing is pleased to announce that the 2024 Northumberland Aquabike event has been selected to host a British Triathlon Age Group Qualifier for the...
VO2MaxRacing is pleased to announce that the 2024 Northumberland Aquabike event has been selected to host a British Triathlon Age Group Qualifier for the...
Dark Skies Run @ Derwent 5K - Finders, Keepers, Loosers, Sweepers
Dark Skies Run @ Derwent 10K - Finders, Keepers, Loosers, Sweepers
Including the biggest half marathon in the world! Sign up to our newsletter for regular event offers and updates.
Take part in the world's biggest half marathon and experience the buzz, unrivalled support and cheerful crowds of this historic event. Charity places now available for 2024!
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Northumberland Coast Mighty Hike - where you'll take in famous sights such as Alnwick Castle and Bamburgh Castle to support people living with cancer.
Britain's Most Beautiful Marathon returns complete with trail runs, a gravel duathlon and junior fun runs, all enjoying the stunning backdrop of Kielder Water and warm northern spirit.
MoRunning brings everyday people together with the focus being to inspire you, your family, your kids and your friends to have the best time running!
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Do you have what it takes to be a GEORDIEMAN?
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The biggest gravel weekend of the year at the home of gravel riding in England.
The biggest gravel weekend of the year at the home of gravel riding in England.
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