Trail Running calendar near Banham 2026-2027

Explore the heart of Thetford Forest with a flexible timed challenge on a 5.3 km multi terrain loop. Complete any distance from 5 km to an ultra marathon with full support and a finishers medal.

A half marathon at Blickling with the start and finish at Blickling Hall. The multi-terrain route has a four hour cut-off, a charity entry option with a £150 fundraising requirement, and limited entries that are sold out for this edition.

A 10 km two lap trail race in Epping Forest, Chingford on 29 March 2026. The undulating multi terrain course is chip timed, has a water station at 5 km and distance markers each kilometre, and awards a finisher medal.

Experience an evening trail run through Wivenhoe ending with a social gathering at a local pub. This five mile off road event features a mass start and requires a head torch for all participants.

Celebrate the new season with this 10k trail run featuring a unique dusk course and a post race egg hunt. Enjoy a limited edition T shirt and hot refreshments while tackling the scenic terrain.

Join an off road 5k trail race through Westley Heights Country Park and Willow Park. This measured course features a mix of bridleways and tarmac sections for a true countryside running experience.

Participate in a self navigation trail race through the Felsted countryside as part of a four day Easter series. Choose between five and nine mile routes using written directions for a unique timing based challenge.

Experience a mini version of the backyard ultra format on a hilly trail course. Complete six yards with a special marathon distance challenge to receive a bespoke memento and local refreshments.

Experience a multi lap race on a closed road circuit in the heart of Fakenham this Easter Sunday. Participants can enjoy the 5k race or 1k fun run with medals for all finishers and prizes across multiple age categories.

Join the third day of the Easter Eggstravaganza Trail Series for a self navigated run through Little Baddow. Choose between five or eleven mile routes using written directions followed by refreshments at the cricket pavilion.

A guided 16k trail run at High Lodge with forest facts and practical trail running tips, led at a conversational pace in groups of similar ability. The event covers varied woodland terrain, recommends trail shoes and carries a fee of £17.50..

Join the final day of the Easter Eggstravaganza Trail Series for a self navigated 6 mile run starting from the Rose and Crown pub. Finishers receive a voucher and a chocolate treat at this unique timed interval event.

Experience a unique obstacle run in Huntingdon featuring the world's largest inflatable course. Choose from multiple distances for a bouncy and active day out in Cambridgeshire.

Experience the beauty of ancient woodland at the Epping Forest Wildwood Trail Series. Choose between a 10K or half marathon distance through scenic trails featuring natural forest terrain and muddy paths.

Join this inclusive event at Haughley Park featuring various distances from 5k to an Ultra Marathon. Enjoy a looped course through beautiful woodland and trails with full aid station support and a unique finisher medal.

Experience a scenic 10k trail race through the rolling Northamptonshire countryside and disused railway tracks. This eco friendly event features a fully marked circular route starting and finishing in Kings Cliffe.

Experience the inaugural Wild Deer Trail Runs at High Lodge in Thetford Forest. Choose between chip timed 5km and 10km distances through scenic woodland trails with medals and merchandise for all finishers.

Enjoy a guided 19 mile trail run through the marshes and woodlands of the Norfolk Coast Path. This intermediate group run focuses on local wildlife and scenery at a conversational pace.

The Feisty Phoenix is a flexible timed running event in Bedfordshire. Run a 5.3km loop as many times as you like on a flat course through Mowsbury Park within seven hours. With a unique 'rock up and run' start window and a no-medal entry op..

The inaugural Essex County Fell Championships features a new 10km course with 450m of climb. This open-entry fell race offers county prizes for qualified Essex runners. Every finisher receives a free drink.