Sun 19 Apr 2026 Barnard Castle, County Durham, UK

Trail Blazer - Dam Busters | Half Marathon

Trail Blazer: The Dam Busters Edition – Blackton Grange Estate

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  • Sun 19 Apr 2026
Blackton Grange Estate, Barnard Castle
Half Marathon

10:00

Age 16 & over

£32-£36

  • 13.1 miles trail running

Event overview

Set in the heart of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the legendary Pennine Way, this brand-new race from Heart & Soul Racing brings our signature community, energy, and wild trails to one of the UK’s most iconic landscapes. Choose between a 10K or Half Marathon, both starting from the stunning Blackton Grange Estate near Barnard Castle. Expect moors, dams, and rugged trails that showcase everything we love about running in nature. You don’t need to be a Spine Race veteran to take this on, just bring your sense of adventure and join the HSR community for a day of pure trail joy.

This event is part of Trail Blazer - Dam Busters.

Event details

  • Average fitness
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Event village

Sustainability

  • Lift sharing advised

How to enter

  • Age 16 & over
  • Entries open
  • Enter online
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Blackton Grange Estate, Barnard Castle
10K

10:00

Age 16 & over

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