Trail Running calendar near Bourne 2026-2027

A 28 mile run along the traffic free Brampton Valley Way, staged as a Leicestershire versus Northamptonshire contest with 100 places from each end. The route includes two dark tunnels, feed stations every 4.5 miles and a 7 hour cut off.

Haughley Festival of Running at Haughley Park, Suffolk offers 5k, 10k, half, marathon and ultra distances over pathways and some trails, with on-site parking, an aid station and event medals.

Forest trail runs at High Lodge in Thetford Forest on 11 April 2027 with 5 km, 10 km and a new half marathon options. The chip timed event is fully supported and all finishers receive a medal, merchandise, snack and drink.

A 50K ultra across the Chiltern Hills from Berkhamsted Castle to Hampden Meadow via the Ridgeway National Trail, with about 996 m of ascent. The fully marked route has three aid stations and a 9 hour time limit.

An inflatable obstacle-course fun run at Donington Park on 17 April 2027 offering 2.5k, 5k, 10k and 15k options with multiple obstacles per lap, on-course hydration, music zones, medals and event services for participants and spectators.

A guided *42.2 km* trail marathon through the Chiltern Hills, led by qualified run leaders. The route uses the Ridgeway and Wendover Woods, with checkpoints, refreshments, bag drop and a wooden finisher’s medal included.

A women only trail half marathon following an out and back route through Sutton Springs Wood and the Five Pits Trail, with an aid station at the turnaround and medals plus cake and hot drinks at the finish. The event supports The Elm Founda..

A scenic 10 km trail race in the Nene Valley starting and finishing at KC Active in Kings Cliffe. The circular, fully marked course runs on tracks, fields and disused railway lines and includes a staffed aid station.

Trail runs at Elvaston Castle Country Park offering 10.4k, 14.5k and 21.1k distances. Routes pass through woodland, parkland and riverside trails along the River Derwent with marked courses, marshals, water stations and chip timing.

An inflatable obstacle-course event in St Albans on 24 April 2027 offering 2.5k to 15k options, giant inflatables, five music zones, on-course hydration and a finisher's medal.

A single-loop 10 km running safari at Yorkshire Wildlife Park on 25 April 2027, on mixed surfaces with views of animals such as lions, rhinos and giraffes. Tickets are currently sold out and a waiting list is available.

A multi-distance road event at Suffolk Running Centre on 25 April 2027 offering 5k, 10k, half and full marathon on officially measured scenic routes with aid stations, parking and a bespoke finisher medal.

A multi-terrain marathon and half marathon on the traffic-free Tissington Trail in Derbyshire, using a former railway line between Ashbourne and Buxton. Includes route maps, a bespoke medal, free photos and prizes for leading runners.

A 33 mile trail race following much of the Chesterfield Round Walk through moorland, woodland, reservoirs and farmland. Route notes and GPX files are provided and checkpoints offer water with food at selected points.

Trail running in Castleton organised by Trails For Good with a finish area featuring local food and drink. The event supports local businesses and helps fund nature regeneration and trail repair through a partnership with the Peak District..

A one-day trail event in Ilmington offering six distances from 10K to 100KM plus a new two person 100KM relay, with feed stations, baggage support, GPX maps and trackers on the longer routes.

Experience a hilly 5 mile fell race through the scenic Kerridge Ridge and Rainow. This FRA licensed event features local charity support, a community atmosphere, and traditional post race cakes for all participants.

A 5 km Pretty Muddy obstacle course at Norfolk Showground with a mix of paths and grass, staggered wave starts every 15 minutes and an age limit of 13 and over. The event supports fundraising for Cancer Research UK.

A weekend trail running festival at Deene Park Estate near Corby on 8 and 9 May 2027. It features three challenges from 10 km to 56.1 km, medals for finishers and a combined Quest option.

A single-lap trail event in Sherwood Forest offering supported 30.8 mile and 40.8 mile routes. The course is waymarked and marshalled, with regular refreshments, an overall 10.5 hour cut off, and finisher medals unless opted out.