Trail Running calendar near Canterbury 2026-2027

Join the Hawkhurst 10k and 5k for a friendly community run over multi terrain and rolling countryside at The Moor. Finishers receive a bespoke medal, cake and a free half pint at The Eight Bells, with proceeds supporting local projects.

A circular cross-country event from Baldock offering **26**- and **18**-mile routes across Hertfordshire fields and woodland, with checkpoints, refreshments and route files provided before the event.

Join Zig Zag Running at Hyde Hall Farm on 27 June for the Cock a doodle Dawdle, a friendly trail event offering distances from 5k up to an ultra. Enjoy farm trails, on site parking and aid at the lap point; bring your own cup.

A trail running event on 27 June 2026 at Cranleigh Showground with five routes from 5 km to 52 km across the Surrey Hills and North Downs Way. Outposts provide food and self serve water; some long routes require specific mandatory kit.

Run from 3 Brewers Brewery through Hertfordshire countryside on a mostly off road 10 km or 5 km course featuring trails, woodland and farm tracks. Finish with a medal, a pint and live jazz while supporting local charity Earthworks.

Hit the South Downs for the Housedean Half and 10K, a scenic trail with sweeping views over Lewes and countryside. Well supported with water stations, chip timing and on site camping, it is ideal for runners seeking peaceful country miles.

Enjoy a scenic, multi terrain 10k from Peacehaven across bridleways and the South Downs Way, finishing through Telscombe village. Junior fun run available and finishers get a bespoke medal, photos and post race refreshments.

Guided 10 km trail run around the Devil's Punchbowl in Hindhead, with summer sunset runs and headtorch group night runs in darker months. Social pace, great views and the chance to try trail gear.

The Ultrabaie will take place in Saint-Valery-sur-Somme from Wednesday 1 July 2026 to Sunday 5 July 2026. You can run between 14 and 240 kilometers.

Run the full 82 mile Essex Way from Epping tube to Harwich lighthouse over challenging trails and country lanes. Enjoy supported checkpoints, GPS tracking and a 24 hour finish window for an epic route across Essex.

Run along the scenic River Thames in a 7 hour timed event and choose your challenge from 3 km up to marathon, 50 km or ultra. Flat, well signed loops, aid stations and finisher medals with vegan goody bag options make this a welcoming day f..

Suffolk Trail Running Festival offers a weekend of trail races and festival vibes in Ipswich, with a family 3 km, a 10 km and a 24 hour lap event for solos and teams. Enjoy on site camping, live music, refreshments and fun for all ages.

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.

Guided 10 km trail runs at Thursley National Nature Reserve with summer sunset and winter night sessions, flat terrain and a section on the boardwalk. Group paced, non competitive runs with headtorch provision and a kit list supplied.

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

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.

A 24 hour camping and trail running weekend on the Shotley peninsula with a fully marked 4.3 mile coastal lap over mixed terrain. Entries are open for solo runners and teams up to six, and camping at race HQ is included in the entry fee.

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.