Trail Running calendar near Canterbury 2026-2027

A single-loop 50 km trail race around the South Downs, starting and finishing in Arundel. Mostly trail with about 3,000 ft ascent, four aid stations, live GPS tracking and UTMB Index status worth 2 ITRA points.

A 10 km two lap trail race in Epping Forest, Chingford on 29 March 2026. The undulating multi terrain course is chip timed, has a water station at 5 km and distance markers each kilometre, and awards a finisher medal.

Take on the Gauntlet Treasure Run along a flat riverside towpath in Walton on Thames, doing laps of a 5.3 km out and back to build any distance from 5k to ultra within seven hours. Limited places and every finisher gets a medal.

Choose your distance on the day with these flexible loop based races in Buckinghamshire. Run anything from 7km to an Ultra Marathon on scenic trail and road routes with full support and central aid stations.

Experience an evening trail run through Wivenhoe ending with a social gathering at a local pub. This five mile off road event features a mass start and requires a head torch for all participants.

Celebrate the new season with this 10k trail run featuring a unique dusk course and a post race egg hunt. Enjoy a limited edition T shirt and hot refreshments while tackling the scenic terrain.

Enjoy a flexible 7 hour time challenge along the scenic River Thames at Runnymede. Choose your own distance from 3km to ultra marathon and earn a unique Easter egg medal and goody bag.

Join an off road 5k trail race through Westley Heights Country Park and Willow Park. This measured course features a mix of bridleways and tarmac sections for a true countryside running experience.

The Trail des Épeutnaerts will take place in Moringhem on Saturday 4 April 2026. You can run between 11 and 21 kilometers.

Participate in a self navigation trail race through the Felsted countryside as part of a four day Easter series. Choose between five and nine mile routes using written directions for a unique timing based challenge.

Experience a mini version of the backyard ultra format on a hilly trail course. Complete six yards with a special marathon distance challenge to receive a bespoke memento and local refreshments.

Take on the Unbreakable Treasure Run on 5 April 2026 at Xcel SPORTS HUB, Walton on Thames, running timed laps along a flat riverside towpath from 5 km to ultra. Limited places and a 7 hour time cap make this a focused challenge with a keeps..

The Trail de la Vallée de la Course will take place in Bezinghem on Sunday 5 April 2026. You can run between 5 and 30 kilometers.

Join the third day of the Easter Eggstravaganza Trail Series for a self navigated run through Little Baddow. Choose between five or eleven mile routes using written directions followed by refreshments at the cricket pavilion.

Experience a scenic 5 mile trail loop through the private Hall Barn Estate in Beaconsfield. This chip timed race features mixed terrain and finishes with a medal and awards ceremony at the local rugby club.

Join the final day of the Easter Eggstravaganza Trail Series for a self navigated 6 mile run starting from the Rose and Crown pub. Finishers receive a voucher and a chocolate treat at this unique timed interval event.

Test your endurance with the 50 Mile Grand Slam 2026. This comprehensive series includes four iconic 50 mile races across the South Downs, North Downs, Chilterns, and Wendover Woods.

A 50 mile ultramarathon along the South Downs Way National Trail from Worthing to Eastbourne. Experience 5,700 feet of elevation gain across rolling chalk paths and finish with a lap of an athletics track.

Trail races on the South Downs Way around Stanmer with 21 km, 14 km and 5 km options. Routes pass Ditchling Beacon and include chip timing, a finisher medal, GPX files and on-course support for the longer distances.

Experience the beauty of ancient woodland at the Epping Forest Wildwood Trail Series. Choose between a 10K or half marathon distance through scenic trails featuring natural forest terrain and muddy paths.