Trail Running calendar near Brackley 2025-2026

Take on the Grand Union Canal Race, a nonstop 145 mile ultra from Birmingham to Little Venice along scenic towpaths. Limited to 100 starters with a 45 hour limit, it welcomes supported and unsupported runners for a true canal challenge.

Join a scenic 26.2 mile marathon in Richmond Park over three laps of the Tamsin Trail and park perimeter. A 3 mile kids challenge follows, with on course drink stations and medical support for a safe, memorable morning.

Challenge yourself at Beat The Sunset 50 km on 30 May 2026 in Maidenhead, a scenic single lap mostly off road along the Thames Path, Jubilee River and Green Way. Expect chip timing, aid stations and a festive finish at the sports club.

Tackle the full Ridgeway on a scenic 86 mile point to point trail from Ivinghoe Beacon to Avebury on 30 May 2026. With live tracking and aid stations, this UTMB indexed race is a true test of endurance and trail craft.

Run 60 km along the ancient Ridgeway from Ivinghoe Beacon to near Wallingford across chalk ridgelines and rolling downs. With 1000 m ascent, a 10 hour limit and UTMB World Series status, this scenic ultramarathon tests endurance and pace.

Run through Southampton Common on 31 May 2026 amid woodland, lakes and wetlands. Choose half, 10K, 5K or junior distances and enjoy a lively event village with food, freebies and a sustainable focus.

Join a guided 13 mile trail run around Guildford's Surrey Hills, visiting St Martha's Hill, Shere and the North Downs Way. Enjoy a friendly group pace, kit support and optional post run refreshments.

Join the Griffin Challenge at Braybrooke Taproom on 3 June 2026, a six hour looped event on the Griffin Trail where runners, walkers and hikers do as many laps as they like. Celebrate after with coffee, pastries and a cold beer.

Event overview The event takes place on Friday, 05 June 2026 as a 7 hour timed challenge. Participants may run any distance they choose within the time limit. The minimum distance to be an official finisher is 3 km. The normal lap length is..

Run through Ironbridge scenery on a varied 8 mile loop taking in the Silkin Way, Rough Park and the Valley of Ironbridge. Choose 8, 16 or marathon by repeating laps, wear fancy dress and support a local defibrillator fundraiser.

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

Run through two lit railway tunnels beneath Bath on routes from short fun runs to ultra distances. Starts and finishes at family friendly Brickfields Park and each entry supports Sustrans, making it a memorable community day out.

Join Chase The Sun at Clapham Common on 10 June 2026 for an evening 5K or 10K on a flat, scenic park course past the bandstand. Expect chip timing, free photos and a unique themed medal to celebrate your finish.

Nene Valley Trail Run on 13 June 2026 invites runners to explore rolling Northamptonshire countryside from Castle Farm Campsite. Choose 10 or 20 miles of fully marked trails through bluebell woods, riverside paths and quiet villages.

Join the Gnosall 10K for a challenging 11.2 km undulating multi terrain route along canal towpath, woodland and boardwalk, with chip timing and a technical tee for all finishers. Bring the family for a fun run with medals, bouncy castle and..

Tackle 15 miles of the historic Offa's Dyke path around Hay on Wye in a scenic and challenging trail race. Friendly atmosphere and relay option make it perfect for solo runners or teams seeking a memorable summer run.

Tackle 100 miles of rolling chalk ridgeline in the iconic South Downs Way 100 on 13 June 2026, starting at Matterley Bowl. Fully marked route, stunning coastal and countryside views, and full aid support make this a classic ultra challenge.

Tackle the scenic South Downs Way 50 km on 13 June 2026, a fully supported trail across the chalk ridge. Part of the World Trail Majors Short Series, it features four aid stations and a 9 hour cut off.

Take on the Cotswold Way Ultra Challenge from 13 to 14 June 2026, based in Cirencester, with routes from 10 km up to a 100 km loop through classic Cotswold trails. Fully supported with campsites, catering and a finisher medal and tee.

Tackle scenic but hilly forest trails at the Wendover Woods Half Marathon and 10k on 14 June 2026, with a friendly junior run and on the day entries if available. Spectators can enjoy a cafe, forest walks and family activities.