Running in North East England is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes in North East England—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: October 1, 2025

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1. Kielder Lakeside Way Loop — Kielder Forest Park

42.7km

05:04

390m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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2. Derwent Reservoir loop from Millshield picnic site — North Pennines

15.3km

01:37

130m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Gibside Estate loop

8.51km

01:05

190m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Hamsterley Forest Loop

8.21km

00:59

190m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Hamsterley Forest Loop

8.05km

00:57

170m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. The Cheviot Horseshoe Fell Race loop from Langleeford — Northumberland National Park

15.5km

02:22

780m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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7. Warsett Hill & the Cleveland Coast loop from Saltburn-by-the-Sea

9.03km

01:02

210m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Town Moor loop — Newcastle Upon Tyne

4.97km

00:35

30m

Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Marsden & Whitburn loop from Souter Lighthouse

10.9km

01:10

70m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Little Church Rock — Simonside and Dove Crag loop from Simonside Car Park — Northumberland National Park

8.42km

01:03

220m

Expert run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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The best running trails in North East England

1. Kielder Lakeside Way Loop — Kielder Forest Park

2. Derwent Reservoir loop from Millshield picnic site — North Pennines

3. Gibside Estate loop

4. Hamsterley Forest Loop

5. Hamsterley Forest Loop

6. The Cheviot Horseshoe Fell Race loop from Langleeford — Northumberland National Park

7. Warsett Hill & the Cleveland Coast loop from Saltburn-by-the-Sea

8. Town Moor loop — Newcastle Upon Tyne

9. Marsden & Whitburn loop from Souter Lighthouse

10. Little Church Rock — Simonside and Dove Crag loop from Simonside Car Park — Northumberland National Park

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