Trail Running calendar near Brackley 2026-2027

Join the Carsington Hill Race on Friday 22 May 2026 for a challenging 9.5 km (5.9 miles) hill course with sweeping Peak District and Carsington Water views. Part of the village festival, the event supports local facilities and ends with foo..

Multi distance trail event at Grimsthorpe Castle Estate on 23 and 24 May 2026 featuring daytime and night 10 mile races plus 40, 70 and 100 mile ultras and a team relay on a marked 10 mile loop.

The Fox invites trail runners to Surrey on 23 May 2026 with 20K, 41K and 62K routes starting from local villages. Courses are well marked with regular aid stations and a shared finish in Godalming.

Run 145 miles non stop along the Grand Union Canal from Birmingham to Little Venice on a fully waymarked towpath. Limited to 100 starters with supported or unsupported entries and a 45 hour cutoff, it is a classic long distance challenge.

Tackle the Telford T50, a 50 mile trail around scenic Shropshire with views of Ironbridge and the Wrekin on 23 May 2026. Organised by How Hard Can It Be Events, the pre marked course mixes trails and roads with aid stations and cake.

Run the scenic Richmond Park Marathon, a 26.2 mile trail race through ancient woodlands and open parkland over three laps. UK Athletics affiliated and charity supported, it offers chip timing, aid stations and medals for all finishers.

Queen of the Suburbs Ultra invites runners to explore Ealing's greenways, towpaths and parks with 50k and 25k single loop options. Expect a Horsenden Hill climb with city views to Wembley and a friendly local race atmosphere.

Join the Rebellion 10km at Riverwoods, Marlow on 25 May 2026 for a scenic trail run along the Thames including a crossing of Marlow Bridge. Finishers get a medal, a Rebellion beer or non alcoholic alternative and a pint cup.

Take on Bluebell's Revenge, a Peak District fell race from the Bluebell Inn near Belper on Wed 27 May 2026. The 5.5 mile route climbs 315 m, is limited to 125 runners, accepts pre entry or cash on the night and finishes back at the pub.

Beat The Sunset 50km in Maidenhead is a single lap, mostly off road ultramarathon along the Thames Path, Jubilee River and Green Way. Flat and scenic, the fully signed course features checkpoints, chip timing and post race mementoes.

Tackle the full Ridgeway in an 86 mile point to point trail from Ivinghoe Beacon to Avebury Stones, with rugged views, checkpoints and solid race support. Limited field makes this a classic long distance test for experienced trail runners.

Tackle the Ridgeway Chase 60 km ultramarathon across iconic ridgelines and wooded trails, starting at Ivinghoe Beacon and finishing near Wallingford. Expect a scenic but testing day with full support, chip timing and a finisher medal.

Join the Southampton Running Festival on 31 May 2026 for scenic 5K, 10K, half marathon and junior races around Southampton Common. Lap courses wind through woodland, ponds and parkland with an event village at the finish.

Join a guided 13 mile trail run in the Surrey Hills from Guildford, led by an experienced trail guide. Enjoy views along the North Downs Way and St Martha's Church while running with a friendly group rather than racing.

Take on the Griffin Challenge, a six hour looped run along the scenic Griffin Trail from Braybrooke Taproom, completing 3.3 mile out and back laps to cover as much distance as you can. Enjoy free parking and the taproom after the run.

Choose your challenge in this 7 hour timed event along the River Thames at Wraysbury Skiff and Punting Club. Scenic signed laps, aid stations, medals and goody bags await runners from 3 km up to ultra distances.

Run the Divorce Day Defib Fundraiser this June with 8 mile, 16 mile or marathon routes along the Silkin Way, crossing the iconic Ironbridge. Expect varied trails, fancy dress and a welcoming community as you raise funds for a life saving de..

The National Forest Way Ultra will take place in Burton upon Trent on Saturday 6 June 2026.

Take on Blended's Backyard Ultra at Chilton Manor Farm on June 6 2026, running a 6.7 km trail loop each hour until only one runner remains. Camping, fueling and hot food on site make for a supportive, all day and night event.

Run laps through Denbies Wine Estate in the Fire Horse Run, a timed off road challenge on an undulating 5.3 km loop with distances from 5 km to ultra. Pick as many laps as you like within a seven hour window for a flexible, scenic race day.