Trail Running calendar near Bourton-on-the-Water 2026-2027

Backyard Ultra at Chilton Manor Farm on 5 June 2027 features a 6706 m loop run each hour until one runner remains, with weekend camping, on route water stations, event camp facilities and medical support.

At Prospect Park in Reading this Race for Life event offers a 10k run as two laps of the 5k course plus a separate 5k option, with grass and woodland terrain and some steep slopes.

A multi distance running event in Bath that features long underground sections through the Devonshire and Combe Down tunnels and a city centre start and finish at Brickfields Park. Races range from 500 m Colourburst to an ultra marathon.

A multi distance trail event in the Chilterns AONB near Hitchin on 6 June 2027, with 10 km, half marathon and marathon routes for runners and riders. Start and finish are on Gosmore village green with course support and a race village.

A forest trail event at Wendover Woods offering a hilly multi-lap 10 km course with Half Marathon, 10k and Junior Run options, on-site facilities for spectators, route maps and GPX files, and medals plus free photos for participants.

A backyard ultra at Breakheart Quarry where runners repeat a **6706 metre** loop every hour until one person remains; the event includes camping, marked trails and on course support in the Cotswold countryside.

A multi-distance trail event in the Cotswolds on 12-13 June 2027 based in Cirencester, with route options from 10 km to 100 km. The event offers GPS tracking, marked trails, marquee rest stops, medical support, camping and finisher awards.

A chip-timed, England Athletics licensed multi-terrain 11.2 km race around Gnosall countryside, starting and finishing at the Gnosall Family Sports Club, plus a separate chip-timed Family Fun Run with 1 km and 0.5 km options.

A 5k obstacle course at Sandwell Valley Country Park on 12 June 2027 featuring grass, paths and woodland with multiple obstacles. Organised by Cancer Research UK, participants fundraise with a minimum target of £50.

An urban ultramarathon from a central London Run HQ with three distances including a 100km route that visits 100 plus landmarks. The event emphasises accessibility, on-course checkpoints, medals and a Top 100 finishers list.

A fully supported non stop 100 mile race along the South Downs Way with 12 aid stations, medical cover and a 30 hour cut off, running from the Winchester area to Eastbourne and featuring significant elevation and mostly trail terrain.

A 50 km non stop trail race along the South Downs Way inside the national park, with four aid stations, full medical support and a 9 hour cut off. The route starts at Matterley Bowl and finishes at Queen Elizabeth Country Park.

A scenic off road race day around Cheddar Gorge and the Mendip Hills with distances from 1 km to a UTMB indexed Marathon and Half Marathon. Marked trails, multiple feed stations and large event medals for 6 km and longer.

A muddy 5k obstacle course at Holme Pierrepont with climbs, crawls and slides across paths, grass and woodland. Waves start every 15 minutes, participants must be 13 or older and a minimum fundraising target of £50 applies.

A Pretty Muddy 5k at The Downs in Bristol with grass start and finish, mixed terrain and obstacles to climb, crawl and slide. Staggered wave starts apply and the event supports Cancer Research UK with a minimum fundraising target.

A muddy 5k obstacle course at The Rutland Showground in Oakham with staggered start waves and an age limit of 13 and over. Entry includes a fundraising pack, back sign, training support and a finishers medal.

A muddy 5k obstacle course around The Common in Southampton where participants climb, crawl and slide through obstacles while raising funds for cancer research. Waves run every 15 minutes and participants must be 13 or older.

A point to point 50 mile ultra and a marathon along the Three Shires Way through Bucks, Beds and Northants, finishing with a Grafham Water loop. Licensed trail races with aid stations, electronic tracking and mandatory kit requirements.

A unique 24 hour running event at Caldecotte Lake where individuals and teams can complete as many 6.55 mile laps as they choose. Enjoy a festival atmosphere with on site camping and inclusive rewards for all participants.

Hydra 75 Mile Ultra is a 75 mile off road loop race at Denbies Wine Estate offering a single 1 mile lap, chip timing, and up to 30 hours to finish. Multiple distances and timed events take place on the same course.