Trail Running calendar near Bedford 2026-2027

A Pretty Muddy 5k obstacle course at Holme Pierrepont on Saturday 20 June 2026 where participants climb, crawl and slide through mixed terrain. The event uses staggered wave starts, has a £50 minimum fundraising target and on-site facilitie..

A 24 hour running event near Caldecotte Lake around Midsummer, open to individuals and teams of 2 to 6. Runners complete 6.55 mile laps with camping, teepee hire, free snacks and showers on site.

Celebrate the longest day at the Summer Solstice Challenge around Abberton Reservoir, a timed loop with 5 km laps. Run as many laps as you like, earn a medal and support Essex Wildlife Trust.

A 21.2 km trail half marathon at the National Trust's Dunstable Downs on 21 June 2026, featuring 450 m of ascent, marked trails, two aid stations and on-site facilities including parking and a cafe.

Run through the historic landscapes of Horsell Common where the Martians first landed in literature. This volunteer led charity event offers trail routes from 2 km to 21 km in a scenic Site of Special Scientific Interest.

A 10 km trail run and 10 km canicross around Tusmore Estate, finishing at Twisted Tree Brewery with a medal, a pint cup and a free drink included.

Circular countryside routes of 26 miles and 18 miles around Baldock in Hertfordshire, with checkpoints, refreshments and a light finish meal. Entries close 13 June or when the 175 place limit is reached.

A trail running event set inside Trent Country Park, Enfield, with wooded paths, grassy sections and some hills. Races include a 10 km senior race, a 4.5 km junior race and a 2 km kids fun run.

A scenic off road 10 km trail at Panshanger Park with chip timing and a sustainable finisher medal; proceeds support local charities and a family fun run is included.

A 5k obstacle event at Trinity Park, Ipswich on 21 June 2026 that raises funds for Cancer Research UK. The grassy, fairly flat showground course features climbing, crawling and sliding obstacles and uses staggered wave starts.

A 9 km two-lap country park race in The Valley, Evesham on 24 June 2026. Series entry is available until 1 May 2026; canicross is permitted and the minimum age is 14 years.

A trail event on 24 June 2026 around the Malvern Hills offering 10 km and 5 km routes on mixed off road and tarmac terrain, with finisher medals, prizes, a 2 hour cut-off and on-site parking and refreshments.

Race two of the 2026 Trifarm trail series, this 10K summer run is over 95% off-road on public paths. Starting near a humpback bridge at Trifarm in Boreham, the anticlockwise course finishes with a lap around the lake.

Complete three races over three days to achieve a full marathon distance at the Colworth Estate. This multi terrain event in North Bedfordshire offers distances of 5 miles, 8.1 miles, and a half marathon.

A 24 hour obstacle course at Belvoir Castle on June 27 and 28, 2026. Competitors run repeated 5 mile loops with ice and greased quarterpipe obstacles; entries include individual, four person team relay, pit crew spectator and a post event b..

A trail event at Hyde Hall Farm on 27 June 2026 with distances from 5k to ultra. Onsite parking, a lap aid station, baggage provision and event medals are included.

Trail runs from Cranleigh Showground through Surrey hills and woodland with five route distances, outposts on longer routes, a plastic-free policy and mandatory kit for the Ultra and Marathon.

A family festival at Culden Faw Estate on June 27, 2026, focused on a children's obstacle course and a lively event village with food and activities. Race options include two youth OCR categories and a festival-only entry.

A muddy 5k obstacle event at Cheltenham Racecourse on Saturday 27 June 2026 featuring climb crawl and slide obstacles, staggered wave starts, a minimum fundraising target and on-site facilities including parking and toilets.

RunThrough Marlow Trail Run on 28 June 2026 features off-road Half Marathon, 10K and 5K routes around the Thames Valley, with marked trails, chip timing, free photos and a themed medal.