Trail Running calendar near Alton 2025-2026

Take on the scenic 50 km challenge through Epping Forest in London on 3 October 2026. Enjoy sweeping trails, leafy views and a rewarding long distance test for experienced runners.

Take on 25 km of scenic trails through Epping at the London EcoTrail, an eco focused run that blends challenge with beautiful countryside views. Perfect for trail lovers seeking a green, memorable race day.

Run under the stars on the South Downs at The Dark Downs, a dusk to dark looped event at Plumpton Racecourse offering 50k and Half Marathon distances. Enjoy rolling trails, reflective course markings and volunteer aid stations.

Run to the Sea Bournemouth is a scenic 50 km point to point ultramarathon that threads forest trails and coastal paths to a seafront finish at Hengistbury Head. Enjoy a fully signed route, regular feed stations and a bespoke medal on 3 Oct..

Wild Run Cotswolds at Cornbury Park near Charlbury offers scenic, rolling trail loops from 10K to marathon plus a 360 timed challenge. Family friendly with a supporter zone, marked routes and regular aid stations.

Enjoy a scenic riverside run on the Thames Meander Autumn on 4 October 2026, a flat and fast towpath course with 10 km, half marathon and marathon options. Well stocked checkpoints and marshals keep you fuelled and supported.

Explore the Surrey Hills on a 30 mile guided group trail run from St Martha's Hill, taking in Denbies, Box Hill and scenic villages. Run together with an experienced coach in a supported, non competitive pace with a cake stop and great view..

Run the Kent Downs Ultra Challenge from a lively Maidstone basecamp with camping, transfers and an on site bar. Choose looped 50 km, 25 km or 10 km routes through the North Downs, past Blue Bell Hill and Leeds Castle for a scenic trail week..

Tackle rolling climbs and sweeping Chiltern views at the Frieth Hilly 10 km and 5 km Run, set on mixed woodland paths and country roads. Expect a scenic but challenging route between Frieth and neighbouring villages.

Explore Jurassic Coast trails around the Isle of Purbeck from 6 km to 100 km, with a Half Marathon option. Technical, scenic routes with campsite and free parking at Burnbake Forest Lodges promise a memorable challenge.

The Autumn 100 is a 100 mile trail race around Goring and Streatley on the Thames Path and Ridgeway, with about 5,000 ft of climbing and a 28 hour cut off. Aid stations are frequent and pacers may join for the final 25 miles.

Take on the Gatliff Marathon on 17 October 2026, a scenic 25 km or 50 km challenge through the Kent, Surrey and Sussex countryside. Based at Edenbridge Cricket Club, the event offers checkpoints, food, first aid and hot showers for finisher..

Tackle a scenic 12K (ish) off road course along bridle paths and the Imber Range with views of the Westbury White Horse on 18 October 2026. Limited to 200 runners, Redfish Events awards bespoke medals and prizes across age categories.

Beachy Head Marathon Weekend offers stunning coastal scenery and a variety of distances across two days, from 10k to ultra. Expect challenging hills, great support from marshals and aid stations, and a memorable autumn race near Eastbourne.

Take on the Thames Trail Ultra: a scenic point to point 47 mile run from Iffley to Henley along the Thames Path and Ridgeway, mixing towpaths and country trails. Well supported with checkpoints and live tracking.

Stort30 is a scenic 30 mile ultra along the River Stort and Lee navigation, starting from Bishop's Stortford Running Club. Enjoy grassy trails, checkpoints with refreshments and a friendly club vibe with trophies for top finishers.

Run the Chiltern Ridge Winter 50K, a scenic single loop around Berkhamsted with roughly 800m of ascent and a 9 hour limit. Limited to 325 runners, this fully marked UTMB World Series index trail race finishes at Berkhamsted Cricket Club.

Enjoy a scenic coastal run along West Wittering Beach with 5 km, 10 km or 15.3 km routes offering sweeping views of Selsey Bill, the Isle of Wight and the South Downs. Dog friendly with canicross categories for a beachside challenge.

Tackle 35.9 miles across Dorset hillforts with 1,300 m of ascent on mostly off road trails that can be muddy or hard packed. Scenic views, well stocked stations and a true trail test await.

Enjoy an autumn trail challenge at Wendover Woods with marathon, half, 10k and junior 1k options across scenic, hilly and varied terrain. Expect bespoke medals, free photos and family friendly facilities including a cafe, adventure playgrou..