Trail Running calendar near Castle Acre 2025-2026

Join Any Kind of Weather Runner at Northampton Active on 21 February 2026 for a six hour challenge where you can tackle distances from 5k up to ultra. Finishers receive a medal and goody bag and aid stations on each lap will keep you fueled..

Take on the 42 mile St Peters Way Ultra along the historic footpath from Chipping Ongar to St Peter on the Wall at Bradwell on Sea. Rolling trails, variable underfoot and a windswept sea wall finish make for a rewarding coastal challenge.

Run the picturesque 5 km loops through Thetford Forest at High Lodge, with distances from 5 km up to ultra and a small friendly field capped at 300. Enjoy post race tea and cake while 20 percent of fees support forest upkeep.

Join the Dirt Run, a two round multi terrain series in Northamptonshire at Irchester on 25 January and Brigstock on 22 February. Choose 5 km to 15 km on mixed trails, paths and roads with a muddy hill to test you and a custom medal for fini..

Choose a 10k or half marathon and enjoy scenic trails around Pitsford Water starting and finishing at Brixworth Country Park on 1 March 2026. Fully marked and marshaled routes include village passages and a few stiles on the half for a rewa..

Take on a scenic half marathon in Thetford Forest on a traffic free circular trail, with chances to spot deer and wild thyme across varied underfoot surfaces. Finishers get a medal and podium trophies for the top three men and women.

Take on scenic trails through private woodlands and rolling fields at Stody Estate with 4, 8 and 12 km options, chip timing, eco friendly medals and event photos. Enjoy a post run refreshment zone serving bacon rolls, cakes and hot drinks.

Thunder Races brings 25 km and 50 km trail runs through the woodland and countryside around Harrold Odell Country Park in Bedford. Enjoy marked routes, aid stations and a finisher medal plus goodies for a memorable spring trail challenge.

Take on 15.5 or 26.6 mile routes at the 6th Hannington Hike on 8 March 2026 in Wellingborough, across rolling Northamptonshire countryside. Entries include checkpoints, refreshments and a hearty finish meal.

Run a seven hour timed event along the flat, traffic free Fossdyke canal towpath at Woodcocks, Burton Waters, Lincoln. Choose half marathon, marathon or ultra distances and collect a medal for completing at least one lap.

Join a guided 16k trail run at High Lodge in Thetford Forest, paced conversationally for runners moving from road to trail. Explore varied woodland surfaces with gentle coaching on hill technique and a friendly, inclusive group vibe.

The Gratitude 25km is an exciting running event taking place in Broxbourne, UK. This race is designed for runners of all levels, promoting fitness and community spirit. Participants will enjoy a scenic route while challenging themselves to..

Run the Moo Marathon, Calf and Hen K at scenic Hyde Hall Farm with 10k to ultra distances on lap based trail routes. Secure parking, water at the lap point and a farm finish; bring a cup or bottle as the event is cupless.

Join a guided 10k through Thetford Forest at High Lodge on 22 Mar 2026, led at a relaxed conversational pace. Friendly ability groups, mostly flat woodland trails and a postrun stretch make this a great choice for newbies and regulars alike..

Challenge yourself at Spring Run on 22 March 2026 at Northampton Active, where a six hour timed event lets you tackle distances from a 5K up to an ultra marathon. Enjoy lap support, a Spring Run medal and a generous goody bag.

Run a 10k night trail at Salcey Forest by head torch, with Petzl demo lamps on site and hot drinks before and after the flat two lap course. Canicross entries start early and a tree token can replace a medal to plant wildflowers.

Take on the Spring Blickling Half Marathon on 29 March 2026, starting and finishing at Blickling Hall. Enjoy a scenic multi terrain route, bespoke medal and finish line treats while helping EPIC Norfolk reinvest profits into local sport.

Take on a scenic 10K through Epping Forest on 29 March 2026, two laps on traffic free forest tracks with an undulating, multi terrain route. Limited to 600 entries and finishers receive a medal.

Celebrate the Galloping Grind reopening with the Easter Egg 10k trail in Chelmsford. Limited to 30 runners, this dusk run includes an on site chocolate egg hunt and a limited edition T shirt.

Join Active Fakenham Town Centre 5K for a lively community morning with a 5K race, 1K fun run and Toddle’n’Trike for under fives on a closed town circuit. Finishers get medals and kids receive Easter goodie bags.