Trail Running Calendar East of England 2025-2026

Elves 11ish Trail is a narrative trail race held on 21 December 2025, starting and finishing at The Blackwater Leisure Centre in Maldon, England. The circular route covers 11 elvish miles, about 95% off-road across varied terrain between Ma..

Join the Layer Twixmas Trail on 28 December for a self guided 5 to 6 mile trail run around Layer de la Haye. Enjoy a Twix, hot drink and cake, optional festive fancy dress with a cash prize and dog friendly fun.

Take on a scenic 10 mile cross country through Hainault Forest with Ilford Athletic Club, three undulating laps across tracks and grass. Friendly club atmosphere, limited entries and post race prizes make it a rewarding winter challenge.

The Norfolk Cross Country Championships come to Earlham Park on 4 January 2026 with redesigned courses and a start and finish near the cafe. Expect varied, spectator friendly terrain and a shortened senior race of two laps; entries are clos..

East Hanningfield Trail Marathon is a 95% off-road, circular trail race around the village of Danbury, starting and finishing at East Hanningfield Village Hall. It is described as a narrative race with no marshals or arrows, requiring compe..

Run a scenic 5.3 km multi terrain lap through Thetford Forest at Brandon Country Park in a timed 6 hour or 4 hour challenge. Limited to 300 entries, finishers earn a bespoke medal and virtual places are available.

Join the Windmill Way Wander on 17 January in Bury St Edmunds for scenic road running through quaint villages and rolling hills, with distances from 5k to ultra. Limited to 300 entries, the event offers friendly aid stations and a welcoming..

Join OMG One Mile 2 Go at Bawsey Country Park for timed undulating trail fun across distances from 5k to ultra, all on scenic sand, gravel and grass loops. Small field, parking included and virtual entries available for medal seekers.

Run the Lavenham Old Railway 10k Trail on Sunday 1 February 2026, a scenic mixed terrain course along a disused railway, forest paths and country lanes. Expect muddy sections, grippy shoes, a finisher medal and village charm.

The Peddars Way Ultra Marathon is a 48-mile ultramarathon held in Suffolk and Norfolk, England. The route follows the historic Peddars Way, an ancient pre-Roman trading path and Roman road, starting at Knettishall Heath Nature Reserve and f..

The Cold Norton Charity Winter 10K & Half Marathon Trail Event is a winter charity trail run in Essex, raising funds for Farleigh Hospice. Held at Charity Farm, Crows Lane, Woodham Ferrers, it offers 10K and 13.1-mile routes run mainly on g..

Take on a scenic trail marathon or half along traffic free Marriott's Way with Boghopper Races, finishing in Aylsham. Limited to 400 runners, generous time limits and part of your entry supports East Anglian Air Ambulance.

The 'Rayne'ing Medals Anniversary Challenge is a running event celebrating six years of Hare & Tortoise Running, taking place on The Flitch Way in Rayne. Participants can choose from five entry options, including a marathon, 6-hour timed ev..

Take on the Hadleigh Legacy 10k at Hadleigh Country Park on 22 Feb 2026, a single lap off road trail with hills, mud and lovely views. Enjoy race photos, a bespoke medal and prizes for top finishers.

Run through the pines at Thetford Festival of Running on 22 February 2026 at High Lodge, Thetford Forest, with distances from 5k to ultra for all paces. Enjoy scenic loops, forest trails and post race cake while supporting woodland care.

Take on the scenic St Peters Way Ultra, a 42 mile trail from Chipping Ongar to the atmospheric Chapel of St Peter on the Wall. Expect rolling trails, sticky mud and a dramatic sea wall finish while supporting the chapel.

Run a scenic circular half marathon through Thetford Forest on varied trails with wildlife and traffic free paths. Enjoy pro photos, a finisher medal and podium prizes in this spring trail challenge.

Enjoy scenic woodland and field trails at Stody Estate with 4 km, 8 km and 12 km options featuring chip timing and eco friendly medals. Run for a cause as funds support Break, with free parking and event photos.

Join Thunder Races at Harrold Odell Country Park for scenic 25 km and 50 km trail runs through woodland and countryside. Marked routes, aid stations and finish medals make it a welcoming challenge for trail runners of all levels.

The Gratitude 25km is an exciting running event taking place in Broxbourne, UK. This race is designed for runners of all levels, promoting fitness and community spirit. Participants will enjoy a scenic route while challenging themselves to..