South Tynedale Railway - Trail Runs 13th February 2027

Trail Runs · South Tynedale Railway, Alston

Run out of England's highest market town and onto the high Pennine moor around it. South Tynedale Railway is England's highest narrow-gauge line, and the trails from Alston climb straight onto open fell with long views down the South Tyne valley. Proper trail running in one of the most remote corners of the North Pennines.

Choose Your Distance

Short Route: approx. 5 km

A single loop from the station, following the river path before climbing onto the moor edge and back. Mixed underfoot with some rough ground and one steady climb. Manageable for a runner who trains regularly. Trail shoes required.

Long Route: approx. 10 km

The short loop extended higher onto the open fell, with a longer sustained climb and exposed running along the ridge before the descent back to Alston. Expect wind on the tops and variable ground. Trail shoes required.

What Is Included

• Marked and marshalled route on the day
• Water station(s) on the long route
• Start and finish at South Tynedale Railway, Alston
• Finisher keepsake
• Hot food and drink at the venue after your run

What to Bring

• Trail shoes (mandatory, road shoes are not appropriate)
• Windproof or waterproof layer, the Pennines are exposed in February
• Warm layers for the start and finish
• Water and any nutrition you rely on

Date: Saturday 13th February 2027
Start time: 09:00
Start location: South Tynedale Railway, Alston, Cumbria, CA9 3JB

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