Trail Running calendar near Brigstock 2026-2027

Tackle the Baslow Bolt, a scenic yet testing 13 km Peak District fell race with 400 m of climb. On 28 Nov 2026 at St Anne's Church, this community fundraiser finishes with cake and refreshments.

Scenic riverside marathon and half marathon on a flat UKA certified towpath from Walton on Thames to Hampton Court and back. Lapped format with finisher medals and virtual entries.

Take on scenic undulating trails around Carsington Water with half marathon or 10k options. Enjoy marked kilometres, on course support, a themed medal and post race goodies after this festive December run.

New winter ultramarathon on 5 December 2026, the St Edmund Way Ultra covers 80 miles across Essex, Suffolk and Norfolk. Expect remote winter terrain, tracker support and strict mandatory kit for a true long distance challenge.

Festive trail runs at Cannock Chase Birches Valley with 10k, 5k and a Junior Run on undulating woodland routes. Fancy dress is welcome with a best dressed prize, finishers get a medal and photos and proceeds support Shelter.

Join the Chasewater Christmas Pudding Dash at Chasewater Country Park for festive fun with 10k, 5k and a Junior Run on mostly flat reservoir trails. Enjoy medals, photos and prizes including best dressed fancy dress while supporting Shelter..

A 10 mile loop around Grafham Water with both a trail run and a canicross option. The route starts on the dam and passes woodland, Dragonfly Pond and Sanctuary Bay; camping and dormitory accommodation are available.

Bauble Bimble at Ferry Meadows, Peterborough on 6 Dec 2026 invites runners to tackle multi terrain 5.3 km laps through forest, with distances from 5k to ultra in 4 or 6 hour formats. Aid at HQ and a bespoke finisher medal add a festive touc..

Join the Christmas Jumper Friday Run on 11 December in Walton on Thames for a relaxed rock up and run along the riverside towpath. Pick 5k to ultra, run laps within a 7 hour window and earn a bespoke finisher medal.

Join the Sherwood Pines Festive Trail Runs on 13 December 2026, with a family 1 mile plus 5 km and 10 km woodland routes. Finishers get medals, treats and drinks, and dogs are welcome in the 5 km and 10 km events.

Salcey Forest Christmas Race offers flat but muddy tree lined trails for 5k and 10k plus a junior fun run. Seasonal fancy dress is encouraged with a best outfit prize, and proceeds support Shelter.

Celebrate Christmas Eve with the Die Hard Christmas races around scenic Caldecotte Lake in Milton Keynes, with marathon and half marathon options. Enjoy lakeside laps, friendly race support and a bespoke finisher medal.

Celebrate Christmas Day with the Cracker Run, a 7 hour time challenge along the River Thames at Wraysbury. Run or walk as many laps as you like and nab a festive finisher medal for completing 3 km or more.

Take on the Totley Two Turtle Doves fell race in the Peak District this Boxing Day, a bracing 4.8 mile course with 820 ft of climb. Winter kit is required and Totley AC Pavilion provides toilets, showers and changing rooms.

Winter Runderland in Walton on Thames is a timed lap event on a 5.3 km riverside towpath course. Runners may select distances from 5 km up to ultra, and a lower-cost no-medal entry option is available.

A timed lap event along the Thames towpath combining running and a doughnut theme. Participants choose how many 5.3 km laps to run, receive a bespoke finisher medal, and can take part attended or virtually.

Run the Birmingham Black Country Half Marathon on Saturday 3 July 2027, a scenic 13.1 mile route through historic streets. Expect vibrant crowds, great community spirit and a welcoming race day for all abilities.