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

Take on the Battle of the Brampton Valley Way on 12 April 2026 with 14 or 28 mile options from Market Harborough or Northampton along a traffic free, hard packed trail. Expect two dark tunnels so bring a torch and enjoy friendly support and..

Run the Nene Valley Races Kings Cliffe 10k through Northamptonshire countryside on tracks, fields and disused railway lines. Start and finish at KC Active with a fully marshalled, marked route for a peaceful country challenge.

The Big Cheese is an off road fell race in Cheddar, Somerset, covering 15 miles across the Mendip Hills with over 2,000 ft of climb. Take on a fully marked course and enjoy a finisher's medal plus tea and cake at the end.

Tackle the Kymin Dash, a 7 mile road and trail race from Monmouth that climbs to the Round House for panoramic views before descending through fields and bluebell filled woodland. Enjoy a lively finish at Monmouth School Sports Club with Ki..

Take on the Wild Horse 200 series: two epic 200 mile trail ultramarathons across Welsh trails and mountains. Run the South Wales coast route from Chepstow to Worm's Head in April or the Mid Wales loop from and to Machyntlleth in June.

Take on the inaugural MTC Afanc, a one day ultra of about 39.7 miles along National Cycle Route 8 with over 4,200 ft of ascent. Limited entry and GPS tracking make this intimate but demanding race ideal for seasoned ultrarunners.

Run the scenic Windsor 50 Ultra Challenge on Saturday 18 April 2026 from Windsor Racecourse, with 50 km, 25 km and 10 km looped routes through the Great Park and along the Thames with castle views. Fully supported with rest stops, GPS track..

Take on the Shropshire Way 80K Festival in the scenic Shropshire Hills, with route choices from 10K to 80K for walkers and runners. Support Grow Cook Learn while enjoying hilly trails, local food at checkpoints and a lively festival vibe.

Take on the Chiltern Ridge Classic 50K, a 51K trail ultra across the iconic Chiltern Hills with 996 m of climbing, starting at Berkhamsted Castle and finishing in Wendover. Expect Ridgeway views, tough trails and full on course support.

Join a guided group trail run along the Malverns ridge from North Malvern, covering 18 miles with over 1300 m of ascent and stunning summit views. Expect steady trails at about 10 to 11 minutes per mile with friendly support and full kit in..

Run the rugged Brecon Beacons at The Beast of the Beacons on 18 April 2026 with 10 mile, 20 mile or 40 mile routes across reservoirs, forests and river crossings. Camping, catering and full medical support on site make it canicross friendly..

Run the Spring Trail Series at Cowdray Estate where the Serpent Trail winds through greensand hills, rivers and woodland. Distances from 12 km to 110 km, with food, camping and relaxed cutoffs for a friendly, well supported day.

Cymoedd Sir Fynwy is an LDWA weekend in Abergavenny on 18 and 19 April 2026 with 20, 30 and 50 mile routes exploring the Black Mountains and Blaenavon World Heritage landscape. Expect big climbs, sweeping views and a canal finish.

Tough but rewarding 10 km fell race around Chingford with 450 m of climbing, hosting the first ever Essex County Championships. Pre entry only and open to Essex eligible runners aged 16 and over, with teams welcome.

Take on a scenic 34.8 mile one day ultra from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry Island along National Cycle Route 8 on 19 April 2026. Limited to 40 runners, this inaugural edition offers an intimate yet epic challenge with a coastal finish.

Martley Madness is a scenic 10 mile trail and country lane race around Rodge Hill on 19 April 2026. Organised by Worcestershire Trailblazers, the event features chip timing, bespoke medals and raises funds for Cardiac Risk in the Young.

Take on scenic, undulating forest trails in Cannock Chase AONB with half marathon, 10K, 5K or junior race. Chip timed entries include a themed medal, free photos and a lively event village while supporting Midlands Air Ambulance and Newlife..

Run the Thames Ring Series along scenic river and canal towpaths with three distances: TR250 full loop, TR150 and TR100 sections. Choose your challenge and enjoy riverside trails, checkpoint support and GPS tracking across this adventure.

The Bath Beat showcases scenic running and walking from Bath into Cotswolds countryside, with distances from 12.5 to 26.5 miles. Checkpoints serve homemade cakes, long routes offer hot meals, and finishers get a medal and warm welcome.

Butcombe Trail Ultra takes runners across the Mendip Hills AONB from Churchill with 50 mile and 50 km self navigation options. Rugged off road trails, pub stops and UTMB qualification make for a rewarding challenge.