Trail Running calendar near Basingstoke 2026-2027

Timed lap event at Buchan Country Park on 19 April 2026 with 5.3 km laps to create distances from 5 km up to ultra within a 7 hour limit. Runners may choose one of twelve medals or a lower cost no medal entry.

Experience a timed run through the Chiltern countryside and the exclusive Wormsley Estate. This event offers mixed terrain courses over multiple distances starting from Ibstone Common to support a local primary school.

Test your endurance on a flat but demanding loop along the Thames and historic canals. Choose from 100, 150, or 250 mile distances with full GPS tracking and checkpoint support.

A limited capacity evening trail run of 5 miles for over 18s with the course run in reverse from previous years. Route files are provided beforehand and finishers can exchange their race number at the bar for a drink.

Explore the scenic Cotswold countryside south of Bath with this supported trail event featuring four routes ranging from 12.5 to 26.5 miles for both walkers and runners.

Experience a self-navigation ultramarathon through the beautiful Mendip Hills. Choose between the 50 mile or 50 km off-road courses starting from the Mendip Activity Centre for a challenging trail running experience.

Experience a unique 5k obstacle course in St Albans featuring large scale inflatable hurdles. This event offers a bouncy and active day out in Hertfordshire for participants of various interests.

Run your own marathon on The Itchen Way in Winchester. This flexible 7-hour event lets you decide your distance on the day, from a short lap to an ultra, with medals for all finishers. Start any time before 1 PM and enjoy a stocked aid stat..

Experience a scenic 13 mile offroad race across the ridge of the Malvern Hills. This hilly trail event features a friendly atmosphere with no cut off times and well stocked aid stations for all runners.

A 15 mile trail run from the beer garden of the Ye Olde Smugglers Inne in Alfriston with two pub checkpoints offering a drink and snack; route GPX and a race narrative are provided and results appear within 24 hours.

Experience a diverse range of multi terrain races including a full marathon half marathon and 10K. This festival offers distances for all levels plus dog friendly runs and a vibrant colour fun run.

A blindfolded navigation challenge near Winchester where participants are dropped at unknown locations and must find their own way back on foot. Options cover six, ten or fifteen mile drops and devices are surrendered at registration.

Experience a unique ultra marathon format on a 4.167 mile loop through the scenic Eastnor Castle Deer Park. Choose between an eight hour solo backyard challenge or a flexible relay with friends on a mud free course.

Trail runs through Angmering Park Estate in Patching on 26 April 2026, with 10-mile and 10 km courses amid bluebells. Canicross entries are available for a small supplement and the finish is at The Worlds End Pub.

Run for a cause through the forest trails of Alice Holt Forest. This charity event supports bowel cancer research with distances from a Junior Run to a Half Marathon. Participants receive a bespoke medal and enjoy a supportive, community at..

Join NOT the London Marathon Run 2026 on Sunday 26 April in Walton on Thames for a flat, certified lap course along the riverside towpath. Choose marathon, half or a 7 hour timed challenge, enjoy flexible starts and a commemorative medal.

A guided 10 km trail run through bluebell carpeted woods in the Chiltern Hills, meeting in Tring. Groups are led by Run Leaders who offer trail running tips; facilities include a nearby cafe, toilets and bag drop.

Experience the South Downs National Park on a 28 or 18 mile journey over the Seven Sisters and Cuckmere Haven. Open to walkers and runners, this event features significant elevation and a hot meal at the finish.

Explore the ancient landscape of the Marlborough Downs and Vale of Pewsey on this circular event featuring routes from 10 to 35 miles passing historic landmarks like Avebury.

Test your endurance at this Silver Ticket backyard ultra in Dorset where you must complete 4.167 miles every hour. Experience a unique mixed terrain course featuring coastal views and local landmarks until only one runner remains.