Trail Running Calendar East of England 2025-2026

The St Andrews Day Challenge, organized by Zig Zag Running, is a unique running event held at Brandon Country Park in Suffolk. Participants can choose between a 6-hour or 4-hour format, running a 5.3k multi-terrain lap through the scenic forest. This event caters to runners of all levels, from begin..

Bauble Bimble is a festive running event held at Ferry Meadows, a scenic country park near Peterborough. Participants can choose between a 6-hour or 4-hour format, running as many laps as they can on a 5.3k multi-terrain course featuring gravel paths and grassy areas. This event caters to runners of..

The ATW Grafham Water - Trail & Canicross event invites participants to experience a scenic 10-mile trail run around the picturesque Grafham Water reservoir in Cambridgeshire. The route begins on the iconic dam and features beautiful trails through a Woodland Nature Reserve, past Dragonfly Pond, and..

'Twas The Run Before Christmas is a festive running event held at Brandon Country Park in Suffolk, set within Thetford Forest. Participants can choose between a 6-hour or 4-hour race, completing as many laps as possible on a 5.3k multi-terrain course. This event caters to runners of all levels, from..

The "Let it Stow – Half Trail Marathon" is a festive-themed running event set in Stowmarket, showcasing the beautiful Mid-Suffolk countryside. Participants will navigate a well-marked 13.1-mile route that includes woodlands, meadows, and quiet country lanes. The event emphasizes sustainability by be..

The Christmas Canter is a festive running event held at the Suffolk Running Centre in Bury St Edmunds. Participants can choose from various distances, including 5k, 10k, half marathon, full marathon, and ultra, with a seven-hour cut-off time. The course features an out-and-back route for shorter dis..

The Elves 11ish Trail is a unique narrative trail race taking place on December 21, 2025, starting and finishing at the Blackwater Leisure Centre. Participants will navigate a circular route of 11 miles, primarily off-road, using written instructions instead of traditional markers. A well-stocked ch..

The The Seven Sins Run & Immortal Sinner will take place in Blakeney from Saturday 27 December 2025 to Monday 29 December 2025.

The East Hanningfield Trail Marathon is a unique narrative trail race set in the picturesque village of Danbury. Participants navigate a circular route that is predominantly off-road, covering diverse terrains without marshals or arrows, relying instead on written instructions. The event features th..

The "WTF - Where's The Finish?" event, organized by Zig Zag Running, takes place at Brandon Country Park in Suffolk. This unique running challenge allows participants to run for either six or four hours, covering a 5.3k multi-terrain loop through the scenic Thetford Forest. Runners can choose their..

The Windmill Way Wander is an exciting running event hosted at the Suffolk Running Centre in Bury St Edmunds. Participants can choose from various distances, including 5k, 10k, half marathon, full marathon, and ultra, with a seven-hour cut-off time. The course features an out-and-back route for shor..

The Lavenham 10K Race is a scenic trail running event set in the historic village of Lavenham. Participants will navigate a mixed terrain course that includes footpaths, forest trails, and rural roads, providing a challenging yet enjoyable experience. The race is open to runners of all abilities, wi..

The Peddars Way Ultra Marathon is a 48-mile running event that traverses the historic landscapes of Suffolk and Norfolk, starting at Knettishall Heath Nature Reserve and finishing at Holme-next-the-Sea on the Norfolk Coast. This ancient route, once a Pre-Roman trading path and later a Roman road, fe..

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 event, 5km, 10km, and half marathon. The course features 5km l..

The St Peter's Way Ultra is a challenging 42-mile running event that traverses the historic countryside of Essex, from Chipping Ongar to the ancient chapel of St Peter-on-the-Wall at Bradwell on Sea. This route, part of an ancient pilgrimage trail dating back to the 7th century, offers scenic views..