Trail Running calendar near Canterbury 2026-2027

A 5k obstacle course at Mote Park, Maidstone, with climbing, crawling and sliding across grass, lake-side paths and cross-country terrain. Entry has an age limit of 13+, published fees, a minimum fundraising target and on-site facilities.

A community road race at Jobbers Wood with professionally measured 10k, 5k and a 1k junior race, chip timing, free finisher T-shirts or tree planting options, and fundraising for new school sports facilities.

Two trail races around Bewl Water in East Sussex offer a full 15 mile loop including the nature reserve and a 5 mile off road return route. The event supports the regional air ambulance and includes a finisher medal and commemorative t shir..

A women only trail event at Denbies Wine Estate on 5 July 2026 offering 50K, 25K, 10K and a kids race. Routes have GPX downloads, there are no cut offs, and both attended and virtual participants receive a memento.

Ware Festival of Running stages a 10 mile, a 10k and children's races along the River Lee Navigation on Sunday 5 July 2026, with all proceeds to Essex & Herts Air Ambulance and adult finishers receiving a T-shirt and medal.

A Pretty Muddy 5k obstacle course at Fairlands Valley Park in Stevenage with mixed paved and grassy terrain. Participants aged 13 and over take staggered waves, with on-site parking, basic facilities and accessibility support.

Oaks Trail at Rivenhall Oaks golf centre on 05 Jul 2026 offers two unmarked routes of about 6.5 or 3.5 miles, with entry fees split by England Athletics affiliation and proceeds donated to Essex and Herts Air Ambulance Trust.

A community trail run hosted by Muslim Runners in Epping Forest on July 5, 2026. Multiple pace groups and a 30 minute walking option, with bag drop and coffee afterwards at Butlers Retreat.

A 10 km group trail run across Thursley National Nature Reserve in Surrey, set on mainly flat heathland and boardwalks. Evening and night options include headtorch runs and there may be an alcohol free beer at the end.

An off‑road two-lap race through Hainault Forest organised by Ilford Athletic Club on 8 July 2026, supporting St. Francis Hospice and forming Leg 5 of the Elvis Grand Prix.

A 6-hour timed run along the flat Jubilee River in Slough on July 9, 2026. Participants complete laps of 5.24 miles, choosing their own distance. Every finisher gets a medal.

A 10 km off road trail race at Trifarm in Boreham on 09 July 2026, mostly on public footpaths and bridleways. On-site parking and registration at the entrance, bottled water at registration and a refill tap by the finish.

SATURN Midweek Chasing Numbers on 10 July 2026 is a 7 hour timed challenge along the River Thames with options from 3 km up to 50 km. The event includes aid stations, medals, goody bags and distance pins.

Phoenix Fridays offers a flexible Friday run with a "rock up and go" start. Choose your distance on a flat, timed 5.3km loop along the Thames towpath. All finishers can pick from a selection of signature medals.

A 24-hour multi-terrain relay or solo race near RM13 with teams of 2 to 8, repeated 5.75 mile laps, free camping and on-site catering, showers and first aid. Entry fees are published from £89 to £110.

The Bainc'trail will take place in Baincthun on Saturday 11 July 2026. You can run between 10 and 31 kilometers.

Three waymarked routes through Mid Suffolk along the River Rat with checkpoints, refreshments and route downloads available; entries are limited and a finishers certificate is issued.

The La Stellienne will take place in Stella Plage on Saturday 11 July 2026. You can run between 5 and 10 kilometers.

Enjoy a flexible timed running event along the flat River Thames towpath. Choose your distance from 5km to an ultra marathon and earn a bespoke spinning medal on this fast riverside course.

A mud obstacle *5k* inside Beckenham Place Park with grass and path terrain, steep sections and timed wave starts. Organised by Cancer Research UK, the event includes on-site facilities, marshal support and a minimum fundraising target.