Bedford
Trail Running Calendar near Bedford 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Bedford for 2026-2027! We've gathered 111 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
November 2026
Three-day, 84-mile (135 km) ultramarathon along the Ridgeway from Buckinghamshire to Wiltshire with two overnights and organiser-provided accommodation and meals.
A lap-based timed run at Grafham Water as part of Phoenix Running's Elements Series. Laps are 5.3 km on mainly tarmac paths with distance options from 5 km to ultra and finisher medals for participants.
A countryside walking event from Barton-le-Clay with three route options over undulating terrain, published route descriptions, checkpoint controls and a waiting list for entries.
A six hour off road event at Salcey Forest where participants run as many 3.5 mile laps as they choose, with aid station treats and a canicross option.
Night trail 10k at Salcey Forest with required head or chest torch, Petzl demo kit, a canicross option, marked two lap crushed stone course and onsite parking.
Half day 6 miles 10 km trail run in the Chiltern Hills with a private Tring Brewery tour, tasting and a bottle or a pint included.
A timed, lapped Cakeathon at Mowsbury Park on 22 November 2026 offering flexible starts, a flat 5.3 km lap, distances from 5 km to ultra, and a seven hour limit.
Three evening trail time trials in the Chilterns on 23 September, 21 October and 25 November, each on a marked, chip timed course of about 8 km with a head torch required.
A community charity run in Campbell Park, Milton Keynes offering 1.5k, 5k, 10k and half marathon options with chip timing, medals, refreshments and a fancy dress element to support Movember and men's health.
Santa themed 5 km, 10 km and Half Marathon at Stanwick Lakes on 29 November 2026, held on purpose built tracks within a nature reserve.
Community 5 km fun run and children's Dasher Dash at The Forest Centre Marston Moretaine on 29 November 2026 raising funds for Mind BLMK.
A 26.3 mile five lap trail and road event around the Colworth Estate in Bedfordshire for individuals or teams with on-course checkpoints and basic facilities.
December 2026
A 10 mile ATW race around Grafham Water in early December, featuring a multi terrain loop from the dam past woodland, nature reserve and sanctuary bay.
An end of season trail championship at Wendover Woods featuring a 10 km route with 295 m of climb, chip timing and entry for qualified runners.
Forest trail event at Salcey Forest on 13 December 2026 with 10 km, 5 km and a 1.2 km junior run, medals, prizes and fundraising for Shelter.
Timed, lap based run at Regatta Meadow in St Neots where runners complete 5.3 km laps within a six hour limit and earn a sparkly snowflake finisher medal.