Trail Running calendar near Brackley 2025-2026

Take on the 2 Turtle Doves Run at Pengethley Manor on 8 December 2025, choosing distances from 5k to ultra with a 7 hour limit. Offroad laps wind through vineyards and a testing hill, walkers and runners both welcome.

Run 200 miles around south England on long distance trails in Winter Downs 200, a scenic but demanding loop with a 96 hour limit. Limited to 100 starters, this supported challenge requires GPX navigation and mandatory kit.

Join the festive 5 Golden Rings Run at Pengethley Manor on 11 December as part of a 12 Days of Christmas series. Choose from 5k to ultra and tackle offroad laps with a hill through vineyards, walkers and runners welcome.

Run the 6 Geese a laying event on 12 December at Pengethley Manor, an off road lap course through vineyards with a cheeky hill. Distances from 5k to ultra welcome walkers and runners and every finisher gets a unique series medal.

Brave the 7 Swans a Swimming on 13 December at Pengethley Manor for a festive offroad challenge through vineyards with a climb each lap. Distances from 5k to ultra, in person or virtual, open to walkers and runners.

Take part in the Essex Vets XC Championships on 13 December 2025 in Epping Forest for a tough and scenic 8k on forest trails. Veteran races and team prizes across age groups; entries online only until 7 December.

Middlesex Cross Country Championships return to Hillingdon Sports and Leisure Centre in Uxbridge on Saturday 13 December 2025. Youth and senior races from 2k to 12k, chip timed, open to clubs, schools and individuals.

Celebrate the season with duathlons and trail runs through atmospheric Sherwood Pines on 14 December 2025. Races range from a family mile to full duathlon, with medals, festive treats and dog friendly 5 km and 10 km options.

Mince Pi Run - races of 2 decimal places is a 14 December 2025 off-road event at Shalford Park, Guildford. Participants choose from 3.14 to 31.4 miles (1–10 laps) on a scenic, mostly flat course with one or two hills. A Pi marathon option a..

Join the Salcey Forest Christmas Race on 14 December 2025 for 10k, 5k or a 1.2km junior fun run on mostly flat forest trails. Fancy dress, festive prizes and bespoke medals, with proceeds supporting Shelter.

Join the festive 8 Maids a Milking at Pengethley Manor on 14 December 2025 for scenic off road laps through rolling vineyards and a cheeky hill. Choose from 5k to ultra and enjoy a welcoming event for walkers and runners.

Take on a winter multi terrain challenge through Mortimer Forest on Sunday 14 December 2025, with muddy, hilly trails and scenic views toward the Malvern Hills and Brecon Beacons. Choose about 10 miles or a 4 mile route to suit your legs.

The Buchan Country Park - MV Festive Event will take place in Crawley on Sunday 14 December 2025. You can run between 5 and 10 kilometers.

Run the Search For Santa night trail on 17 December, a 6 mile self navigation adventure with hidden Santas, chocolate and a secret clue stop that can earn time bonuses. Costumes and quirky humour are encouraged and prizes await.

Join the 12 Drummers Drumming Run on 18 December 2025 at Pengethley Manor, Ross on Wye for off road laps through vineyards with a cheeky hill each circuit. Pick a distance from 5k to ultra and enjoy a friendly walkers and runners vibe.

Join the Chelmsford Brew Co 12ks of Christmas for a festive 12k trail from the Voodoo Keller Bar to the brewery and back, finishing in the town bar. Expect drinks, a Santa hat and prizes for the best Christmas fancy dress.

The Die Hard Christmas Marathon and Half Marathon is a festive running event taking place on December 24, 2025, at Caldecotte Lake in Milton Keynes. Participants can choose between a full marathon, consisting of 7.5 scenic laps, or a half m..

Join the Santa Claws 10km, a festive winter multi terrain cross country run at Renegade Brewery on the Yattendon Estate on 24 December. Expect muddier trails than the summer event, a canicross option and a finisher medal plus a beer or alco..

Run on Christmas Day along the Thames at the Christmas Day Cracker Run, a 7 hour time challenge where you choose laps from a 3 km minimum to ultra distances. Finishers get a medal and festive food and treats at race HQ.

Join Pitsea Running Club for the Crown to Crown Boxing Day 5k, an upbeat off road loop through Willow Park starting and finishing at Westley Heights Country Park. A friendly community race perfect for festive miles and post Christmas fun.