Tanfield Railway - Trail Runs 3rd July 2027

Trail Runs · Tanfield Railway, 3rd July 2027

Run through the valley that powered the industrial north. Tanfield's trail network follows the original railway earthworks into mixed woodland, open field edges and the wooded gorge of the Causey Burn. Proper trail running terrain within easy reach of the north-east.

Choose Your Distance

Short Route: approx. 5 km

A single loop starting and finishing at East Tanfield Station. The route drops into the Causey Burn valley, follows the streamside path through the woodland and climbs back out via the original railway embankment. Technical underfoot in the valley sections. Expect tree roots, stone and narrow path. The overall elevation gain is manageable for a runner who trains regularly. Trail shoes are required; road shoes are not suitable.

Long Route: approx. 10 km

The long route completes the short loop before continuing north along the ridge and dropping back through a second valley system. The additional section introduces open bridleway running, a second significant descent and a longer sustained climb. Cumulatively this is a demanding run. Runners should be comfortable with back-to-back climbs and variable underfoot conditions. Mandatory kit applies to the long route. See below.

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Surface and Terrain

• Woodland singletrack with roots and stones
• Streamside path (can be wet after rain)
• Open bridleway and field-edge track
• Railway embankment path, firm and wide
• No significant road running

Mandatory Kit: Long Route

• Windproof or waterproof jacket packable into a vest or pack
• Minimum 500 ml water carry
• Mobile phone with emergency contact number saved
• Small first aid supply (blister kit minimum)

Kit may be checked at registration. Runners without mandatory kit will not be permitted to start the long route.

What Is Included

• Marked route on the day
• Water station(s) on the long route
• Start and finish at East Tanfield Station, Tanfield Railway
• Post-run food and drink at the venue

What to Bring

• Trail shoes (mandatory, road shoes are not appropriate for either route)
• Running vest or pack recommended for the long route
• Weather-appropriate layers, the valley sections can be cool even in July
• Any nutrition you rely on for your distance

The Venue

East Tanfield Station, Tanfield Railway. Parking on site. Registration and the event hub will be open from early morning with hot drinks available before the start.

Date: Saturday 3rd July 2027
Start time: 09:00
Start location: Tanfield Railway, East Tanfield Station, DH9 9UY