Trail Running calendar near Bedford 2026-2027

A multi-lap running event at Chasewater Visitor Centre with distance options from 5k to marathon, relatively flat 5K laps, park facilities and aid stations; finishers receive a medal and possibly a Snickers bar.

A countryside trail run at 3 Brewers Brewery in Hertfordshire offering 10 km and 5 km options on mostly off road terrain. Finishers receive a medal, a pint cup and a free drink while the event supports local charity Earthworks.

Silsoe Stride on 28 June 2026 features scenic 5K and 10K races plus children’s runs at Wrest Park. The event is organised by village volunteers and community groups with profits shared among local beneficiaries.

A Half Marathon at Box Hill Fort (Tadworth) on 28 June 2026 with more than 3000 feet of ascent and descent. The route runs mainly on rough tracks and offers views over the North Downs, the Mole Gap, Denbies Vineyard and Dorking.

A community 5 km off-road fun run and walk on Therfield Heath, Royston, held to raise funds for Teenage Cancer Trust. The undulating course is two laps over grass and trails and entry is limited.

A 5.3 miles off-road trail race around Ashridge Woods on 28 June 2026, organised by Aldbury Sports Club with National Trust permission. Water and finish refreshments are provided and entry fees differ for affiliated and non affiliated runne..

North Downs Run is a multi terrain 30 km race through the Kent countryside on Sunday 28 June 2026. Entries are open with online entry closing 14 June; fees are £38 affiliated, £40 non affiliated and £45 on the day if places remain.

A team relay along The Ridgeway national trail covering 86.5 miles from Ivinghoe Beacon to Overton Hill near Marlborough. Ten legs traverse off road hilly terrain, with specific gender leg rules and teams providing their own support.

A guided 10 km trail run at High Lodge in Thetford Forest on 28 June 2026, led at a conversational pace with groups set by ability; entry costs £12.50 and parking is charged at £4.

Pretty Muddy 5k at Blackheath Common on 28 June 2026. A grassy obstacle course with staggered wave starts, marshals on the route, toilets and refreshments available, and a minimum fundraising target of £50.

A self-navigation trail event on 28 June 2026 at Chigborough Farm offering 10K and 5K routes, with entry fees that include a cafe voucher and all profits donated to Caroline Coastal FM and Farleigh Hospice.

A chip timed cross country run at Burghley House in Stamford with a double lap 10k course on grass and paths. The event has a minimum age of 16, published entry fees and a minimum fundraising target.

Guided 10 km trail run around the Devil's Punchbowl in Hindhead, Surrey. Runs take place at dusk in summer and at night with headtorches in winter, on hilly trails with group pacing and a recommended average pace of about 10 min per mile.

Follow the 82 mile Essex Way trail from Epping tube station to the historic high lighthouse in Harwich. This ultra marathon features mixed terrain and 3,469 feet of elevation with full GPS tracking and five checkpoints.

A timed charity run along the Thames with lap options from 5.3 km up to ultra distances. The Run for a Tenner entry donates £10 to Rays of Sunshine and all finishers receive a bespoke medal.

A guided 10 km trail run from Taverham along parts of the Mariotts Way through fields and woodland, led at a conversational pace with ability-based groups and a qualified run leader.

A point-to-point half marathon along canal towpaths from Wolverhampton to Brindley Place in Birmingham, run in seeded time trial waves. The course features a 360 metre tunnel and floating drink stations on canal barges every three miles.

Choose your own challenge at the Summer Sun Run, a flexible lap event set in the scenic Denbies Wine Estate. Complete as many 5.3 km laps as you like within 7 hours, with a large medal for all finishers. Enjoy a flexible start window and a..

A licensed 5 mile multi-terrain trail through Smalley, Mapperley and Shipley Country Park with t-shirt and medal for finishers. A colourful 1 mile fun run offers a medal and an optional t-shirt.

Race 2 of the Orion Harriers Forest Five series takes place on 04 July 2026 at Jubilee Retreat as part of a three-race series with age-category aggregate trophies and prizes for individual and team placings.