Trail Running calendar near Brandon 2026-2027

A 50 mile winter walking challenge through the coastal and rural landscape of North Norfolk with five checkpoints and strict equipment requirements. Entry is limited and a waiting list operates once the 120 places are full.

A 5K self navigational trail run at Nuclear Essex on 14 February supporting the British Heart Foundation. Participants follow a checkpoint route, are asked to wear something red and receive hot chocolate and Jammie Dodgers at the finish.

Trail marathon and half marathon along Marriott's Way on 15 February 2026 with optional coach transport. Entries are limited to 400 and 5% of each entry supports East Anglian Air Ambulance.

Rayne'ing Medals Anniversary at Rayne Station on 15 February 2026 offers 5km to marathon options plus a 6 hour challenge on traffic-free 5.3km loops, aid stations each lap and a choice of bespoke medals.

Take on the Hot Lips Run at Crystal Palace Park and choose how many 1.65 mile laps to tackle, from 5k to ultra, on scenic off road trails with rolling hills. Timed with a 7 hour limit and a finisher memento for all entrants.

Looped trail and road races in Chalfont St Peter where runners choose on the day between 7k, longer loops, marathon and ultra marathon distances with aid, pacing and crew support.

Event Overview The Any Kind of Weather Runner is a six-hour timed challenge held in Northampton. Participants can run or walk distances ranging from a 5K to an ultra marathon within the time limit. A participant may start a final lap up to..

A roughly 42 mile trail ultra along the historic St Peters Way from Chipping Ongar to the ancient chapel at Bradwell on Sea. The route uses footpaths and bridleways, has four staffed checkpoints and strict compulsory kit requirements.

A one lap, off road 10k at Hadleigh Country Park featuring hilly, muddy trails and kissing gates. The event includes an elite wave, route marshals, a bespoke medal and free race photographs.

This festival offers a range of distances on a looped course through Thetford Forest. With an aid station on the lap and complimentary refreshments, it's a self-contained event. Part of your entry fee supports the forest's upkeep.

Round 2 at Brigstock Country Park offers single-lap trail running over **7.5 km** or **15 km**, with waymarked routes, views of Lyveden New Bield, parking, toilets and a custom finisher medal.

Trail races from Brixworth Country Park around Pitsford Water, offering a 10k and a half marathon that visits nearby villages. The event is fully marked with water stations, first aid cover and prizes for top finishers.

A circular half marathon through Thetford Forest on mixed trail surfaces, with manual timing, finisher medals and podium trophies. The race is cupless with refill stations and has a 3.5 hour cut off.

Course and Distances The event takes place on trails through the normally private Stody Estate in North Norfolk. The course goes through woodlands and fields, with a couple of inclines. Participants can choose from three distances: 4 km, 8..

The Mersea Mix is a 7-mile self-navigation trail race on Mersea Island. Runners follow a written description on an unmarked course, starting at individual times. Entry includes a voucher for the venue's bar.

This event offers three distances—50 km, 25 km, and 10 km—through the scenic Chiltern Hills, starting and finishing in Amersham. It supports the charity Humanity Direct, with free entry available for fundraisers. The route explores villages..

A seven hour timed event on the flat canal towpath at Burton Waters near Lincoln, offering half, marathon and ultra options on a measured course. Limited to 50 entrants with transfers allowed given seven days notice.

This trail running event in Bedfordshire offers 25km and 50km distances through scenic, runnable terrain. It's a UTMB Index event, starting from Harrold. Finishers receive a medal to commemorate their achievement.

Explore the trails of the Chiltern Hills on this guided 10km run near Berkhamsted. Run leaders provide tips and historical insights on a route past castle ruins. The event starts and finishes at Berkhamsted Football Club with easy rail acce..

Two mapped routes from Wellingborough through Northamptonshire countryside with checkpoint snacks, drinks and a finish meal included. Route descriptions must be downloaded in advance and under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.