Trail Running calendar near Brandon 2026-2027

A timed running challenge on 21 June 2026 at Abberton Reservoir with repeated laps of a loop just over 5 km. Entry includes a medal and proceeds benefit Essex Wildlife Trust.

A trail half marathon at the National Trust Dunstable Downs on 21 June 2026, covering 21.2 km with roughly 450 m of climb. The course is waymarked and supported with aid stations at 6.7 km and 13.7 km.

Circular cross-country event around Baldock with 26 and 18 mile routes across grassland, fields and woodland. Checkpoints, refreshments and a finish certificate are provided, and route files are published before the event.

Trail running event in Trent Country Park on 21 June 2026 offering 10 km, 4.5 km and 2 km races with chip timing and age-based categories; a portion of entry fees supports local charities.

A single lap fully off road 10K trail through Panshanger Park on 21 June 2026, passing a 500 year old oak, the Queen’s Wood and the Mimram River. The event includes chip timing, a sustainable finisher’s medal and a Family Fun Run.

Pretty Muddy 5k at Trinity Park, Ipswich is a grass-based obstacle course of climbing, crawling and sliding. Waves start every 15 minutes and participants must be 13 or older; refreshments, toilets and parking are available onsite.

A self-navigation trail race in Thaxted on 24 June 2026 of about 6 miles, using a written route with no markings or GPX. Race HQ is at the Farmhouse Inn and entries include a pub voucher.

Three consecutive days of racing at Colworth Club add up to a full marathon through a 5 mile run, an 8.1 mile trail race and a half marathon. On site facilities include parking, refreshments and free camping with booking.

A relaxed 5 km trail run through Wyken Vineyards and surrounding countryside, followed by wood-fired flatbreads, locally roasted coffee and music in the vineyard courtyard. Limited spaces and free overflow parking with marshalls on site.

A 24 hour obstacle course at Belvoir Castle on 27 and 28 June 2026, run as repeated five mile loops with named obstacles such as Arctic Enema, Electroshock Therapy and Well Swung. Individual, relay, pit crew and brunch options are offered.

Trail event at Hyde Hall Farm offering distances from 5k to ultra with lap formats, on-site parking, a lap aid station and bespoke finisher medals. The event is cupless so participants need a cup or bottle.

A 24 hour running challenge at Cherry Orchard Country Park where solo runners or teams of up to 12 complete laps of an 8 km countryside route. Charity and standard entry options are available and funds support work to end homelessness in Es..

TrailFest at Salcey Forest on 28 June 2026 offers multiple distances from 10K to 50 km on mainly hard packed forest trails. The event uses cupless aid stations, has tiered entry fees, and mandatory cup rules for longer races.

A June 28th trail event at 3 Brewers Brewery in Hertfordshire offering 5 km and 10 km multi terrain laps, mostly off road, with a medal, pint cup and free drink for finishers plus live jazz and charity fundraising.

Silsoe Stride on 28 June 2026 features scenic 5K and 10K races plus children’s runs at Wrest Park. The event is organised by village volunteers and community groups with profits shared among local beneficiaries.

A 5 km off road run and walk at Therfield Heath in Royston on 28 June 2026, held over two laps to raise funds for Teenage Cancer Trust. Entry is limited and fees are listed for adults and children.

A 5.3 miles off-road trail race around Ashridge Woods on 28 June 2026, organised by Aldbury Sports Club with National Trust permission. Water and finish refreshments are provided and entry fees differ for affiliated and non affiliated runne..

North Downs Run is a multi terrain 30 km race through the Kent countryside on Sunday 28 June 2026. Entries are open with online entry closing 14 June; fees are £38 affiliated, £40 non affiliated and £45 on the day if places remain.

A team relay along The Ridgeway national trail covering 86.5 miles from Ivinghoe Beacon to Overton Hill near Marlborough. Ten legs traverse off road hilly terrain, with specific gender leg rules and teams providing their own support.

A guided 10 km trail run at High Lodge in Thetford Forest on 28 June 2026, led at a conversational pace with groups set by ability; entry costs £12.50 and parking is charged at £4.