Trail Running calendar near Buckhurst Hill 2026-2027

Run the Chiltern Ridge Half, a scenic 21.1 km trail on the Ridgeway with 526 m climb and sweeping Chiltern views. Limited to 350 runners, this UTMB World Series Index Race blends challenge with classic off road charm.

Run the Bishop's Stortford Mitre on 5 July with traffic free 10K and 5K through East Herts villages and a free 1K for under 11s. All finishers get a free tee or can choose to have a tree planted to support new school sports facilities.

Enjoy the Bewl 15 and 5 Mile on 5 July 2026, scenic off road laps around Bewl Water with gentle climbs and lakeside views. Organised by Wadhurst Runners, the race supports the Air Ambulance and offers medals and t shirts.

Experience a guided 10km trail on Thursley Common National Nature Reserve, with boardwalks, heath and woodland alive with birdlife. This group paced run is not a race and listed dates are currently sold out.

Race to the Stones on 11 to 12 July 2026 offers 50 km and 100 km routes, nonstop or over two days. Run the Ridgeway past chalk figures and hill forts to a dramatic finish at the Avebury Standing Stones with pitstops and basecamp support.

Run scenic trails through ancient beech woodlands and chalk downs in the Chiltern Hills at the Maverick Chilterns Trail on Saturday 11 July 2026 in Princes Risborough. Choose from distances from 8 km up to a 50 km ultra for every level.

Enjoy scenic trail laps at Bawsey Country Park in the Norfolk Festival of Running, with distances from 5k to ultra for all abilities. Small field, aid station each lap and flexible lap options make for a friendly, challenging day.

Ultra:5K 2026 invites runners to tackle repeated 5 km laps on the hour for 3, 5 or 10 laps, testing endurance on a hilly, twisty trail near Bedford. Enjoy on course support, a bespoke finisher medal and relaxed festival vibes.

BigHeat Camp FIRE is a two day trail running festival at Mill Farm, Lurgashall on 18 and 19 July 2026, with races from a 2 km kids trail to a 50 km ultramarathon. Camp and unwind with yoga, live music, food stalls, showers and a wild sauna.

Join Race The Light at Wendover Woods for scenic, challenging trail races supporting the Chilterns Neuro Centre. Choose from an accessible family friendly loop up to a hilly 5K or 10K and soak up the forest atmosphere.

Join Shotley 24, a 24 hour coastal trail challenge on a scenic 4.3 mile lap around the Shotley peninsula with overnight camping at race HQ. Solo, pairs and teams welcome, with medals, yoga, sauna and a friendly festival atmosphere.

Enjoy scenic trail running at Winwick Hall with 5k and 10k distances plus a fun 2k for kids, raising funds for the Bruce Green Foundation. Challenging climbs, great medals, free digital photos and a tea room at race HQ.

Join the ATW St Albans Summer 10K on 19 July for a flat, traffic free single lap along the tree lined Alban Way, perfect for PBs or a relaxed summer run. Enjoy pacers, live music, a family fun run, free photos and a custom medal.

Run 10 or 5 mile trails through scenic Ashdown Forest with big climbs, flowing descents and stunning views. Friendly marshals, well stocked aid stations and bespoke finisher medals make this a rewarding summer challenge.

Kick off the Great Barrow Challenge with Day 1 at Suffolk Running Centre on a scenic Denham Flats 10.55k route, the first of a 10 day series. On site parking, an aid station and a unique finisher medal await; bring your own cup or bottle.

Take on a scenic 7 hour timed challenge along the River Thames at Wraysbury, choosing how many laps to run from a 3 km minimum up to 50 km or ultra distances. Finishers from 3 km earn a medal and everyone gets goody bags with vegan options.

Scenic flat trail around Maidenhead Commons and Summerleaze Lake on 26 July with 5K to half marathon options. Event base at the Sports Bar with marshals, chip timing, unique medal and free race photos for a friendly community day.

Set in the Kent countryside, the Wye King Challenge offers 10k and half marathon multi terrain routes through lanes and valley paths, passing a historic chalk crown. Enjoy scenic views, varied footing and a lively event village.

RunThrough Trails South Downs leads along the South Downs Way from 12k to 50k with sweeping views across Hampshire and Sussex. Marked routes, aid stations, an event village and a themed medal with free photos create a memorable day.

Take on the North Downs Ultra Challenge from Loseley Park with looped 50 km, 25 km and 10 km options or a 24 km point to point on scenic chalk ridge trails. Fully supported with aid stations, medical staff and camping, it is ideal for runne..