North Tyne Truck Run

Around 120 illuminated trucks convoy down the North Tyne valley from Kielder to Hexham Mart each December, raising money for the Great North Air Ambulance Service and Santa's Little Helpers, which tackles food and fuel poverty. The fifth annual run took place on 5 December 2025, leaving Kielder at 5.10pm and reaching Hexham about 6.45pm via Lanehead, Bellingham, Wark, Humshaugh, Chollerford, Wall and Acomb. The 2026 date has not yet been announced.

What’s on

• Around 120 illuminated trucks in convoy
• Route down the North Tyne valley from Kielder to Hexham Mart
• Supports the Great North Air Ambulance Service
• Runs on a Friday evening in early December

The next date has not been confirmed by the organiser yet. This event usually runs in December. We check weekly and will publish the date as soon as it is announced.