Trail Running calendar near Bedford 2026-2027

A five mile off road race around Hurstbourne Tarrant on Saturday 2 May following part of the Test Way through woods and farmland. The volunteer organised event donates proceeds to local charities and offers timed entry fees by date and affi..

Tempo Trail Races take over the Cotswolds on Sunday 3 May 2026, with routes ranging from 10K to a 100KM ultra. Choose your challenge and enjoy rugged trails, a friendly atmosphere and UKA backed organisation.

Join the Rapid Relays at Culden Faw Estate for solo or team relays, 5K and 10K sunrise runs, plus downhill time trial challenges. Chip timed with live splits, scenic woodland trails and free parking make it perfect for teams and supporters.

Join a guided Box Hill trail run with about 1000 m of ascent over 12.5 miles, featuring steep technical climbs and short scrambles. Led by a qualified mountain leader, the steady paced group suits experienced trail runners.

The Phoenix Running - Brimscombe will take place in Brimscombe on Sunday 3 May 2026. You can run between 3 and 42 kilometers.

The Marlborough Downs Challenge offers two off road trail races across the North Wessex Downs, a 33 mile ultramarathon and a 20 mile trail. Routes visit Wansdyke, Avebury and other Wiltshire landmarks with notable elevation.

A guided 5 km spring trail run in the Chiltern Hills with a Movement Project session to improve range of motion. Groups are led by Run Leaders and the venue offers a cafe, toilets and bag storage.

Join Muddy Runners for the Harewood Forest Trail Race, a spring 5k and 10k through undulating woodland trails near Andover. Scheduled for 4 May 2026, this scenic, muddy course is perfect for adventurous runners; registration opens soon.

Take on the Freddo Mercury Rhapsody Run along a flat riverside towpath at Xcel SPORTS HUB, logging as many 5.3 km laps as you can within a relaxed 7 hour limit. Rock up in a 1.5 hour start window or request a time, with aid stations and opt..

Tackle the Bat Challenge at Beacon Hill Country Park: a six hour off road loop where you choose your pace and complete as many 3.3 mile laps as you can. Expect a steady climb to scenic high points and a fun, supportive atmosphere.

Take on the Chiltern Hills 100K, a scenic trail ultra across iconic Chiltern ridges and estates on 9 May 2026. Limited field and UTMB Index status mean a competitive, well supported race with challenging climbs, full marking and live tracki..

A fully marked, circular trail loop in Sherwood Forest offering one lap options of roughly 30 or 40 miles with regular aid stations, an enforced cut off and limited entries.

A 50 km point-to-point ultramarathon from Christ's Hospital, Horsham to Hove seafront, with trails, South Downs and a coastal finish. Options include an individual race and a 2-runner relay; course is fully signed and supported with feed st..

Enjoy scenic off road racing through Collingbourne woods with a chip timed half marathon or 10 km at Crawlboys Farm in Ludgershall on 9 May 2026. Marked trails, aid stations, medals and lively support make this a must for trail fans.

A two-day trail running festival at Deene Park near Corby offering 10 km, 25 km and 21.1 km races. Complete all three to form a 56.1 km Quest and qualify for the Carrot Dash, with medals for finishers and festival activities across the week..

Discover Goring Gap Trails near Reading in early May 2026, offering scenic trail challenges from a 6 mile walk with a river boat crossing to 52K and 50 mile ultras. Multi day camping adds a relaxed festival vibe for runners and walkers alik..

A 40 miles linear walk from Avebury to Streatley on 9 May 2026, following the ancient Ridgeway across chalk downlands. Checkpoints, refreshments and a finishing certificate are provided for those who complete the course.

A lapped riverside race from Wraysbury Skiff & Punting Club along the Thames Path near Runnymede. Offers 10 km, half marathon and marathon distances with marked turnarounds, marshals, a bespoke finisher medal and prizes for top three men an..

Join the 5k Run for Wildlife at Banham Zoo, a mostly flat route through parkland with a lap inside the zoo past giraffes, penguins and more. Entry includes full day zoo access and a finisher medal for a wild day of running.

Halstead & Essex Marathon celebrates its 30th year in May 2026, organised by Halstead Road Runners. The marathon uses scenic low traffic roads in North Essex, is part of the Essex Road Running Championships and is limited to 500 entries.