Trail Running calendar near Brighton 2026-2027

On 16 Aug 2026 The Black Bull 15 offers a 15 miles trail run and a 15 km social hike near Chelmsford. The event marks the organiser's 20th anniversary and will donate £2 from entries to a charity to be confirmed.

Henfield Half Marathon on Sunday 16 August 2026 uses an off road, scenic course along riverbank and a disused railway from Henfield Leisure Centre, with onsite changing facilities, parking and medals for finishers.

A multi-distance running festival on 16 August 2026 in Southampton Common featuring 5K, 10K, a half marathon and junior races set on laps through woodland, ponds and parkland with marked kilometres and marshals.

A point to point mixed terrain run from Mayflower Park, Southampton, following The Old Way with a short river boat crossing, historic landmarks, sticker-collecting race bibs and options for coach transport and alternative eco medals.

A 13.1 miles park half marathon in Richmond Park following the Tamsin Trail and park roads, with refreshment points, varied scenery and a single lap route returning to Sheen Gate.

Trail races over half marathon and marathon distances take place entirely inside Richmond Park, starting and finishing at Sheen Gate. The course passes gates, lakes and wooded sections and includes several drink and feed stations.

Tackle a scenic trail 10K or half marathon through Alexandra Gardens with distant views of Windsor Castle. Chip timed results, free race photos and a lively event village make this a great day out for runners and supporters.

Take on the Muntjac 15, a 15 mile trail around Danbury Essex with 1600 ft of climbing across scenic woodland and technical singletrack. Enjoy a well stocked checkpoint, a quality memento and bespoke local trophies.

Run a scenic but testing out and back marathon or half around Woldingham and the North Downs, with wooded trails, chalk pits and steep climbs. Finish with a medal, race t shirt and post race goodies in a friendly event.

Riverside races at Temple Island Meadows in September 2026 featuring a half marathon, 10K and junior event. Mixed undulating courses, chip timing, a themed medal, race photos and post race goodies.

Multi-distance trek and trail event on the South Downs Way on 5 and 6 September 2026, from Eastbourne to Arundel. Routes pass Beachy Head and the Seven Sisters and include rest stops, GPS tracking, medical support and camping options.

Choose a half marathon or full marathon along a flat, scenic riverside towpath from Walton on Thames to Hampton Court and back, run in laps for easy pacing. Limited places and medals for all finishers plus a giveaway for every entrant.

Guided *10 km* trail run from Silent Pool near Guildford, following parts of the North Downs Way and Netley Heath and passing through Shere. Runs occur at dusk or at night with headtorch group running and a suggested pace of 10 min per mile..

A bi-annual trail race around Bewl Water near Lamberhurst, Kent, offering 10 km, half marathon, marathon and 50 km ultra courses on wooded trails and quiet lanes with lake views.

A multi-distance towpath challenge from Putney Bridge to Henley, with supported rest stops, medical teams, GPS tracking and options for walkers, faster runners and two-day formats as part of a riverside weekend festival.

The Trail Côte d'Opale en Pas de Calais will take place in Wimereux from Saturday 12 September 2026 to Sunday 13 September 2026. You can run between 10 and 110 kilometers.

A three-race fell running series on the Isle of Wight, held 12–13 September 2026, also serving as the SEAA Fell Running Championships. Races range from 3.8 km to 21 km, with entries open from 22 October 2025 to 7 September 2026.

Set in the Surrey Hills on 12 September 2026, the Shere multi terrain event offers scenic trail routes from 10k to 42k with chip timing, marshals and a lively event village. Expect stunning views, coffee, medals and friendly support.

Ventnor Horseshoe on Sat 12 Sep 2026 offers a scenic but testing 12 km fell course around Ventnor with 443 m of climb. Part of the Isle of Wight Fell Series, it is perfect for runners seeking a tough coastal hill challenge.

Start the IOW Fell Running Series with St Boniface Fell in Ventnor on Sat 12 Sep 2026, a punchy 3.9 km race with 235 m of climbing across scenic Isle of Wight terrain. Pre entry or on the day entries welcome.