Trail Running calendar near Brigstock 2026-2027

Shires and Spires is a multi-distance running event around Naseby in Northamptonshire featuring roads and trails, five distances from 10K to a 35 mile ultra, and a course that changes direction each year.

Road marathon and half at Suffolk Running Centre using the Kirtling and Windmill routes. Aid stations every 10 km, parking included, and the event is cupless so bring a bottle or cup.

A long-established marathon in North Essex organised by Halstead Road Runners, set on scenic low-traffic roads and part of the Essex Road Running Championships. The event has a 500-runner limit, supports local charities and holds a course m..

A guided 30 km trail run in the Chiltern Hills based at Tring with Run Leaders, trail technique instruction, a refreshment checkpoint and a finisher's medal. Entries are limited to 50 and participants are grouped by ability.

A 7.5 mile clockwise circuit around Carsington Reservoir with waterside views, a bespoke finisher medal and technical t shirt options; open to entrants aged 16 and over with an entry limit and specified online fees.

A 50k ultra through Nottinghamshire villages that uses footpaths, bridleways, tracks and minor roads. The route starts and finishes at Milestone Brewery, includes checkpoints every 6 to 8 miles and post-race food and tap room access.

A Pretty Muddy 5k obstacle course at Braunstone Park on 15 May 2027 combining grass and path with climbs, crawls and slides. Waves start every 15 minutes, participants must be 13 or older and there is a minimum fundraising target of £50.

Obstacle course races in Henley on Thames on May 15 and 16, 2027 include a 5 km Sprint, 10 km Super and 21 km Beast. The course runs through historic town landmarks and along riverside sections.

Several distances are available: 5k, 10k and 20k routes around Deddington. The event is open to all ages and organised to raise funds for Deddington Primary School PTA, Deddington PFSU and the Firefighters Charity via Deddington Fire Statio..

A community run at Brandon Country Park featuring repeated 5.3 km laps on gravel and grass. Timed formats let participants cover anything from 5 km up to ultra distances, with an aid station each lap and a bespoke finisher medal.

A 5.8 miles Peak District fell race around Youlgrave with rough trails, climbs, a swamp and partial marking. Entry is £6 with limited places and proceeds support Youlgrave Parish Council.

A last-person-standing backyard ultra in the Lincolnshire Wolds: runners repeat a 4.167 mile off-road loop each hour with a bell, continuing until one runner completes a solo lap. Entry is limited to 100 competitors.

Race for Life at Weald Country Park in Brentwood features 3k, 5k and 10k routes across grass and woodland trails. The 10k is two laps of the 5k course and the event is chip timed.

Trail runs and walks near Reading at Mapledurham House on 22 and 23 May 2027, with waymarked routes along the Thames, multiple distances, support stations, online tracking and on site camping.

Trail running from Sudeley Castle through the Cotswold Way and Winchcombe Way with five route options from 7 km to 50 km, GPX routes, fuel outposts, free parking and a metal finishers medal.

A single-lap 50 km multi terrain ultra in the Thames Valley on 22 May 2027, based at Summerleaze Park, Maidenhead. The largely off road, fully signed course includes chip timing, four aid stations and free live tracking.

A track-based running event at Wodson Park offering distances from 5k to a 6 hour challenge, with chip timing, bespoke medals and aid stations on the track.

Northampton hosts 5 km, 10 km and junior races on Sunday 23 May 2027 at Sixfields Stadium. The start and finish are inside the stadium and the course continues on closed roads around Northampton.

A 10 km trail run at Marlow Rugby Club, part of the Ales & Trails series, on mixed off-road terrain beside the Thames, with medal, pint cup and a free Rebellion drink at the finish. The event was listed as full.

A multi-distance trek and trail event from Richmond to Brighton on 29-30 May 2027, with covered rest stops, GPS tracking and camping options. Distances include 100 km, 50 km, 25 km and other options.