Trail Running calendar near Basingstoke 2026-2027

A seven hour Time Challenge along the River Thames in Egham with flexible distances from 3 km to 50 km, signed laps, medals, distance pins and goody bags, plus a Christmas dinner aid table and a small present for finishers.

A traditional 3.5 mile Boxing Day run around Hindhead commons and the Devils Punch Bowl, with Mens, Ladies and a Drinking Run category. All profits support Holy Cross Hospital.

A cupless charity run across vineyard trails at Rathfinny Wine Estate, featuring two 5 km loops, limited to 75 local runners; part of each entry fee supports the WOLO Foundation and basic facilities are provided at Race HQ.

Winter X is a mid-winter trail-running event in the Meon Valley offering 10, 30, 50 and 70 km on marked public trails with checkpoints and post-event food. Entries for 2025 are closed; a provisional date for 2026 is 28 December 2026.

A year-end cross-country event at Butlers Lands Farm featuring water crossings, Roman walls, fields and footpaths. Two routes are offered and entry includes a medal, engraved iTAB, free photos and chip timing.

Winter Runderland in Walton on Thames is a timed lap event on a 5.3 km riverside towpath course. Runners may select distances from 5 km up to ultra, and a lower-cost no-medal entry option is available.

A themed trail run at Wenchford Picnic Site featuring seven named hills over 7 miles or the double 14 mile Immortal Sinner. Canicross waves are available and the terrain may be muddy with possible ice or snow.

A New Year trail race at Box Hill with an exact 10.000 km route, 473 m of ascent and rough tracks offering steep sections and wide views. Registration and parking are at Denbies Vineyard and headphones are not permitted.

A village cross-country meeting in Penshurst on Sunday 3 January 2027, organised by Penshurst Cross Country Run. The programme includes a 5-mile cross country race and a 5-mile canicross option.

A 43 mile point to point ultra from Wendover to Little Venice in London combining trails, roads and canal towpath. The event includes real time GPS tracking, checkpoints, finishers medals and prizes for top finishers.

The Doughnut Dash is a flexible-distance run along a flat Thames riverside trail. Participants can run from a single lap to ultra marathon distances while enjoying doughnuts. All finishers receive a custom, neon-colored medal.

Winchester Trail Run in January 2027 offers two off road routes around Farley Mount near Winchester, including a half marathon and an Epic course with a short climb and countryside views.

Offroad lap-based event at Pengethley Manor offering 5k, 10k, half, marathon and ultra options with a seven hour time limit. A virtual January option, themed medals and on-site facilities are provided.

A six hour challenge at Ryton Pools Country Park on 21 January 2027 where runners complete as many 3.3 mile laps as they wish within the time limit. Dogs and rucking are permitted and 7.5% of entry fees go to Roald Dahl’s Marvellous Childre..

A trail half marathon and 10K in Moors Valley Country Park, Dorset, run on gravel woodland paths with lap-based routes and limited canicross places. The event is chip timed, fully marked and follows several eco-friendly measures.

A 7 to 8 mile cross country run around May Hill in Gloucestershire with steep climbs, muddy trails and an open plain at the summit. A Sunday May Hill Mayhem option adds an extra loop to total 14 to 15 miles.

Trail runs start and finish in Queen Elizabeth Country Park on the South Downs, passing through Head Down, the South Downs Way and the Milky Way. Three route lengths are offered and finishers receive a medal, a drink and event goodies.

A twilight out and back trail in Hurn Forest offering 5 mile and 10 mile options. The event uses 2.5 mile laps, provides aid at the start and finish, and donates 20% of entry fees to Forestry England.

An evening running event at Westonbirt Arboretum on 6 February 2027, with 5 km and 10 km routes that pass through collections of over 2,500 trees. The surface is solid underfoot and ticket sales are currently sold out.

A winter single loop trail ultramarathon in Hampshire covering about 53 miles and 6400 ft of ascent, mostly on the South Downs Way and linked trails. Entry requires a marathon qualifier and winter darkness trail running experience.