Trail Running calendar near Basildon 2026-2027

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.

A Backyard Ultra at Chilton Manor Farm featuring private wildlife trails, fields, woodland and a summit at Bugmore Hill Trig Point. The event uses a camp hub for rest and refuelling between roughly 6.7 km laps and offers marked routes and a..

Take on the Unbreakable Treasure Run on 5 April 2026 at Xcel SPORTS HUB, Walton on Thames, running timed laps along a flat riverside towpath from 5 km to ultra. Limited places and a 7 hour time cap make this a focused challenge with a keeps..

Day 3 of the Easter Eggstravaganza in Little Baddow offers self-navigation trail routes of about 5 mile and 11 mile with written directions, car parking at Riffhams Chase, post-run refreshments and published results online.

A guided 16k trail run at High Lodge in Thetford Forest led at a conversational pace with group placement and hill technique guidance. Terrain includes hard packed trails and woodland single track, fee £17.50 with parking charged at £3.

Join this Easter Monday tradition in Berkshire featuring a 10km off road course through local woodlands. Participants can choose between a standard foot race or a dog friendly canicross event starting from the Mortimer Fairground.

Experience a scenic 5 mile trail loop through the private Hall Barn Estate in Beaconsfield. This chip timed race features mixed terrain and finishes with a medal and awards ceremony at the local rugby club.

A roughly 6 mile self navigated trail run on 06 April 2026 held under UKA rules. Race HQ is at the Rose and Crown in Great Waltham and entries are limited to 150 because of parking.

A 54 mile circular ultra and a 26.2 mile marathon section based at Brixworth Country Park, combining trails, roads and canal towpath with waymarking, checkpoint support and real time GeoTracks tracking.

A series of four Centurion Running 50 Mile races in 2026, covering South Downs Way, North Downs Way, Chiltern Wonderland and Wendover Woods. Entries closed and a standard fee of £468 was listed.

A 50 mile ultramarathon along the South Downs Way National Trail from Worthing to Eastbourne. Experience 5,700 feet of elevation gain across rolling chalk paths and finish with a lap of an athletics track.

Experience a scenic mixed terrain race along the banks of the Thames in Henley on Thames. Choose from a half marathon, 10K, or junior race starting at the iconic Temple Island Meadows.

Take on the Rosebud Marathon, a 26.2 mile stretch of the Rose of the Shires Ultra through scenic Northamptonshire trails, roads and canal tow path. Enjoy waymarked routes, on site support, a finisher medal and prizes for top runners.

Experience the rare heathlands of the Cowdray Estate with trail runs ranging from 3km to 10 miles. This dog friendly event offers a unique journey through the South Downs National Park and protected nature conservation sites.

An inflatable obstacle 5 km event in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire on 11 April 2026, featuring a course of inflatable obstacles and recent strong booking activity. Past attendees noted a positive atmosphere.

Trail races on the South Downs Way around Stanmer with 21 km, 14 km and 5 km options. Routes pass Ditchling Beacon and include chip timing, a finisher medal, GPX files and on-course support for the longer distances.

Experience a guided marathon through the beautiful Chiltern Hills with expert navigation and support. Run iconic trails like the Ridgeway in a small group setting led by qualified leaders.

Experience the scenic Hampshire countryside with a choice of a ten kilometer trail run or walk and a vibrant kids colour run in the heart of Froyle village.

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.