Trail Running calendar near Brandon 2026-2027

Celebrate the 31st edition of this off road event featuring six miles of streams, ditches, and undulating Buckinghamshire countryside. Limited to 300 runners, this unique course offers a memorable cross country experience.

Enjoy a guided 10k group run through the scenic woodland trails of High Lodge in Thetford Forest. This relaxed event focuses on conversational pacing and scenery rather than racing.

Support Cancer Research with this narrative trail run starting from Benfleet. Choose between two distances and navigate the scenic Essex woodlands using written instructions for a unique outdoor experience.

Explore the scenic woodland trails of Thetford Forest with a guided 10 km run starting from High Lodge. Learn local forest facts and trail running tips while spotting wildlife in this tranquil Suffolk setting.

Experience an evening trail run through Salcey Forest with this dedicated 10k event. Light up the night with your head torch on a flat two lap course featuring dedicated waves for runners and canicross teams.

Join this flexible six hour challenge in Salcey Forest and run as many 3.5 mile laps as you like. Whether you aim for a 5k or an ultramarathon, this off road event welcomes runners, walkers, and canicross participants.

Enjoy a flexible 6 hour timed challenge at Salcey Forest where you choose your own distance. Complete as many 3.5 mile laps as you like on scenic forest trails with options for canicross and rucking.

Explore the scenic trails of the Chiltern Hills with this guided half marathon adventure featuring qualified run leaders and trail technique instruction and no one is left behind.

A 17.5-mile trail run following the marked boundary of the beautiful Ashridge Estate. The varied off-road course includes a climb to Ivinghoe Beacon. Every finisher receives a gift, and a donation from each entry supports the National Trust..

Explore the heart of Thetford Forest with a flexible timed challenge on a 5.3 km multi terrain loop. Complete any distance from 5 km to an ultra marathon with full support and a finishers medal.

A half marathon at Blickling with the start and finish at Blickling Hall. The multi-terrain route has a four hour cut-off, a charity entry option with a £150 fundraising requirement, and limited entries that are sold out for this edition.

Experience a traffic free 10k trail run through the ancient pollard trees and lakes of Epping Forest. This undulating two lap forest course features chip timing and finisher medals for all participants.

Choose your distance on the day with these flexible loop based races in Buckinghamshire. Run anything from 7km to an Ultra Marathon on scenic trail and road routes with full support and central aid stations.

Experience an evening trail run through Wivenhoe ending with a social gathering at a local pub. This five mile off road event features a mass start and requires a head torch for all participants.

Celebrate the new season with this 10k trail run featuring a unique dusk course and a post race egg hunt. Enjoy a limited edition T shirt and hot refreshments while tackling the scenic terrain.

Join an off road 5k trail race through Westley Heights Country Park and Willow Park. This measured course features a mix of bridleways and tarmac sections for a true countryside running experience.

Participate in a self navigation trail race through the Felsted countryside as part of a four day Easter series. Choose between five and nine mile routes using written directions for a unique timing based challenge.

Experience a mini version of the backyard ultra format on a hilly trail course. Complete six yards with a special marathon distance challenge to receive a bespoke memento and local refreshments.

Experience a multi lap race on a closed road circuit in the heart of Fakenham this Easter Sunday. Participants can enjoy the 5k race or 1k fun run with medals for all finishers and prizes across multiple age categories.

Join the third day of the Easter Eggstravaganza Trail Series for a self navigated run through Little Baddow. Choose between five or eleven mile routes using written directions followed by refreshments at the cricket pavilion.