Trail Running calendar near Bourne 2026-2027

Experience a scenic 10k trail race through the rolling Northamptonshire countryside and disused railway tracks. This eco friendly event features a fully marked circular route starting and finishing in Kings Cliffe.

A short fell race in Wirksworth that climbs to a trig point and returns over trails and fields. The main course is about 6.9 km and there are separate short and junior races for younger runners.

Experience the inaugural Wild Deer Trail Runs at High Lodge in Thetford Forest. Choose between chip timed 5km and 10km distances through scenic woodland trails with medals and merchandise for all finishers.

Enjoy a guided 19 mile trail run through the marshes and woodlands of the Norfolk Coast Path. This intermediate group run focuses on local wildlife and scenery at a conversational pace.

The Feisty Phoenix is a flexible timed running event in Bedfordshire. Run a 5.3km loop as many times as you like on a flat course through Mowsbury Park within seven hours. With a unique 'rock up and run' start window and a no-medal entry op..

A 230 km trail challenge over 75 hours on the Pennine Bridleway with GPX navigation, two indoor checkpoints offering hot meals and sleeping space, and a small capped field with finish medals and trophies.

A six hour event at Kingsbury Water Park where participants complete as many 3.3 mile laps as they can. The mostly flat route passes five ponds and a river over grass, gravel and short asphalt sections.

A 50K trail ultra across the Chiltern Hills from Berkhamsted Castle to Hampden Meadow via Ashridge, Ivinghoe Beacon, Coombe Hill and Whiteleaf Hill. Fully marked route with three checkpoints and a nine hour time limit.

Thoresby Park Longhorn Trail on 18 April 2026 offers routes from a family 2 km up to a half marathon across a largely flat 1,000 acre estate with historic house, wildlife and live chip timing. Nordic walkers and canicross participants are w..

Celebrate the anniversary of the Peak District National Park with a 35km or 70km journey from Castleton. Open to runners and walkers, this event supports local conservation while showcasing the regions diverse landscapes.

Experience a unique obstacle run at Donington Park featuring a series of large inflatable structures. This 5k event offers a bouncy course designed for teams and individuals to navigate through a variety of inflatable challenges.

Test your endurance at Delapre Abbey with this Backyard Ultra format. Run 6.7 km loops every hour as a solo competitor, in a pair, or as part of a fixed eight loop challenge until only one runner remains.

A 9 km fell race in the Peak District, starting from Kettleshulme Village Hall. The event supports the local primary school. Pre-entry is required.

Experience a trail running festival at Billingford Fishing Lakes & Country Park with distances ranging from 5k to Ultra. Enjoy a variety of terrains, finishers medals, and celebratory refreshments in a scenic park setting.

Experience the scenic forest trails of Cannock Chase with a half marathon 10k or 5k race. Enjoy chip timed results and a unique themed medal while running through one of England’s most historic natural landscapes.

Challenge yourself at the Trunce 2 fell race in Oxspring, Sheffield on Mon 20 Apr 2026, a 6.2 km Peak District route with 190 m of climb across classic moorland. Entry on the day keeps this friendly fell race open to juniors and seniors.

Tigers Trail is a Totley AC-organised trail race starting above the Fox House pub in Sheffield. The route is about 6.2 miles (10 km) with roughly 850 ft of ascent; entry is available online or on the night.

Trail run at Barningham Estate offering 10k, 20k and 30k single lap routes across off road North Norfolk terrain. Fundraising supports Little Lifts Boxes for people receiving breast cancer treatment.

Experience a unique 5k obstacle course in St Albans featuring large scale inflatable hurdles. This event offers a bouncy and active day out in Hertfordshire for participants of various interests.

Experience a self guided six mile trail race through the Derbyshire countryside and Linacre Reservoirs. Run through beautiful bluebell woods and forest paths in this unique timed event starting from Wadshelf Village Hall.