Trail Running calendar near Bury St Edmunds 2026-2027

A low key multi-lap half and full marathon along the River Thames in Walton on Thames on 28 December 2026. The UKA certified flat towpath course awards medals to all finishers and has limited places.

A cross country meeting in Penshurst on 3 January 2027 offering a 5-mile race and a 5-mile canicross option on winter trails, organised by Penshurst Cross Country Run.

A 43 mile point to point ultra from Wendover to Little Venice mixing country trails, roads and canal towpath. The event uses GPS tracking, has five checkpoints and a baggage transfer, and is open to runners aged 18 and over.

The Doughnut Dash is a flexible-distance run along a flat Thames riverside trail. Participants can run from a single lap to ultra marathon distances while enjoying doughnuts. All finishers receive a custom, neon-colored medal.

A lapped running event at Brandon Country Park with a 5.3 km multi terrain loop and flexible four or six hour formats. Aid stations each lap, baggage storage at your own risk, bespoke medals and chargeable park parking.

A road event on the Windmill Way in Bury St Edmunds on 16 January 2027 offering distances from 5k to ultra with aid stations every 10 km. Parking is included and finishers receive a bespoke or lucky dip medal.

A lap based event at Bawsey Country Park offering distances from 5k to ultra marathon on sand, gravel and grass. Mass start, aid station every lap, bespoke finisher medals and parking included.

A winter trail 10 km through medieval Lavenham along an old railway line, featuring mixed terrain, mud and shallow streams. All finishers receive a medal and podium trophies are awarded for top finishers.

Squirrel Challenge at Daventry Country Park is a six hour timed event on a 3.3 mile off-road loop where participants complete as many laps as they choose. Canicross is permitted and the route passes woods, open grassland and water.

A point to point ultramarathon of about 48 miles along the Peddars Way from Knettishall Heath to the Norfolk coast, with GPS tracking, mandatory winter kit, three checkpoints and a shuttle bus option, plus a bespoke wooden medal at the fini..

A lapped event on the Flitch Way near Rayne offering 5 km, 10 km, half and full marathon and a six hour challenge. Loops are 5.3 km with an aid station at the end of every lap and a bespoke medal choice.

A marathon and half marathon on the largely traffic-free Marriott's Way, supporting the East Anglian Air Ambulance, with coach transport available, finisher medals, on-route aid and prizes for top finishers.

A multi distance running festival at High Lodge in Thetford Forest using a 5 km loop with mainly pathway and some trails, on course aid, event medals, and 20% of entries supporting forest upkeep.

A 42-mile trail ultramarathon across historic Essex from Chipping Ongar to St Peter-on-the-Wall, with varied muddy paths, four staffed checkpoints, GPX navigation and compulsory safety kit.

A 10 km mixed-terrain run from Windsor & Eton Brewery along towpaths and parkland, with staggered starts, a pint cup and free drink at the finish, chip timing and downloadable race photos.

Trail races at Pitsford Water from Brixworth Country Park offering 10k and half marathon routes across country tracks and village lanes. Fully marshaled with water stations, a cupless policy, and medals for all finishers.

Trail running at Harrold-Odell Country Park in Bedfordshire on 13 March 2027 with 25km and 50km options. Early bird and standard entry fees are published and the event is organised by Thunder Races.

A trail event at Hyde Hall Farm offering 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon and Ultra Marathon options, lap-based distances and on-course aid. Parking and baggage area are provided.

A countryside walking and running event on 14 March 2027 around Sevenoaks, offering three new circular routes that showcase views of the North Downs and Greensand Way, with indoor checkpoints and a 225 person entry limit.

Twelve consecutive days of timed riverside running in Walton on Thames with multiple distance options, collectible daily lantern medals, finishers shirts, and a Double-Down option to run two half marathons each day.