The Maverick Kielder Forest Gravel 2026

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at The Maverick Kielder Forest Gravel 2026, taking place on Saturday, September 5th, 2026, in the breathtaking Kielder Forest, Hexham, Northumberland! Organised by Maverick Race, this unique trail running event celebrates a century of Kielder Forest, offering participants the chance to run through stunning ancient woodlands and immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the area. Runners of all levels can choose from an array of distances to suit their adventure, including a scenic 5k and 10k on forest trails, a challenging 21k that tests your limits, a marathon featuring fast trails and steady inclines, and an exhilarating 50k that showcases the best of Kielder Forest's trails, fell running, and breathtaking viewpoints. For those wanting to make a weekend of it, camping is available right at the start line at Kielder Campsite, with options ranging from camping and campervan pitches to family pods and caravans. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to connect with nature and challenge yourself—mark your calendars for September 5th, 2026, and get ready for an adventure like no other!

The Maverick Kielder Forest Gravel 2026 SATURDAY 5 SEPTEMBER 2026 KIELDER CASTLE Celebrating a century of Kielder Forest, this is your chance to run through history. Join us for a unique trail running event on September 5th, 2026, starting from Kielder Castle. Experience the beauty of Northumberland's ancient woodlands with distances on offer for every level: 5k & 10k: A scenic run on forest trails. 21k: Test yourself on a challenging mix of terrain. Marathon: A course of fast trails and steady inclines. 50k: A celebration of the best of Kielder Forest's trails, fell running, and stunning viewpoints. With camping on offer in the heart of the forest, allowing you the opportunity to fully immerse yourself over the weekend in what Kielder Forest has to offer. Stay right at the start line and book your accommodation with Kielder Campsite, so you can fully immerse yourself in what Kielder Forest has to offer. The campsite has a range of options from camping and campervan pitches to family pods and caravans. Follow the link below to find out more information and book: kieldercampsite.co.uk/events