Trail Running calendar near Charlbury 2025-2026

Enjoy a scenic one lap 10k through bluebell woods, undulating hills and open common in Surrey at Hampton Estate and Puttenham Common. Chip timed with bespoke 2026 medals, a friendly finish village and superb views.

Take on the Caradoc Classic, a scenic 3.5 miles fell race from Church Stretton climbing about 268 m. Part of the local Summer Series, this friendly community event includes junior races and on the day entries.

Join the Dinton 5km and 10km Summer Series at scenic Dinton Pastures for four monthly, flat off road laps from May to August. Family friendly with a 2 km kids race, medals, water and post race treats including an ice cream van.

Take on a classic 50 mile point to point ultramarathon along the North Downs Way from Farnham to Knockholt Pound, with rolling chalk ridge trails, the climb of Box Hill and about 1,700 m of ascent. Scenic, mostly trail and a true endurance..

Take on the Compton Downland Challenge on 16 May 2026, choosing a scenic 26.8 mile marathon or a 16 mile route around the Berkshire Downs and ancient Ridgeway. Expect varied, sometimes muddy trails, great aid stations and a hand thrown mug..

Tackle scenic rolling trails on Cannock Chase at the Merrell Cannock Chase Challenge, with 10 km, half marathon, marathon and a two person relay. Limited to 500 runners, the course rewards singletrack, ridge views and muddy fun.

Enjoy scenic trails around Ironbridge Gorge at The Shindig in the Shire, with challenging climbs and great views through Ironbridge and Jackfield. Choose 8, 16 or marathon distances then celebrate with pub food and finisher bling.

Join the Semington Slog on 16 May 2026 for a scenic 10K or family 2K around the village, canal towpath and leafy lanes. A friendly community fundraiser at St Georges School with marshalled routes, children’s activities and tasty food, plus..

Take on the Maverick Cotswolds Trail at Sudeley Castle and enjoy rolling trails, charming villages and historic views. Routes from 7 km to 50k, fully marked and timed with outposts and a finisher medal to celebrate your run.

Run through scenic vineyard hills at Denbies Wine Estate in Dorking on 16 May 2026 on a 5.3 km undulating off road loop. Choose as many laps as you like for distances from 5 km up to ultra with flexible start times and limited places.

Run the Shropshire Historic 50K from Telford Town Park to The Quarry Park in Shrewsbury on 16 May 2026, via Ironbridge, Buildwas Abbey and Wroxeter Roman City. Officially measured with chip timing, nutrition stations and free photos.

Join the Reigate Priory Park 10K on 17 May 2026 for a scenic cross country four lap route in Surrey. Enjoy a friendly race atmosphere, bespoke medals and the chance to support the charity Sport In Mind.

Run the scenic loop at Hurtwood Park Polo Club in Cranleigh, Surrey with distances from 5 km to ultra on mostly flat off road trails. Multi lap format and a seven hour time limit suit all paces and every finisher gets a memento.

Join the Deddington Four Farms Challenge on Sunday 17 May 2026 for 5k and 10k routes around the picturesque parish of Deddington. Open to experienced runners, fun runners and families, it is a friendly event supporting local charities.

Run spring trails across Hertfordshire farmland at the Stort10 in Hatfield Broad Oak on Sunday 17 May 2026. Choose 10 mile or 5 mile, earn a finisher medal and t shirt or have a tree planted, with prizes and live timing.

Tackle the Peak District on 21 May 2026 at the Parks Life fell race in Belper Parks Recreation Ground. Choose the main 7 km route with 210 m climb or shorter junior races for U12 and U10, with on the day entries available.

Run at Grimsthorpe Castle at the Grim Reaper Running Festival with races from 10 mile to 100 mile and a team relay. Scenic 10 mile loop through ancient woodland and lakeside trails, plus night options, medals and on site camping.

The Fox invites trail runners to Surrey on 23 May 2026 with 20K, 41K and 62K routes starting from local villages. Courses are well marked with regular aid stations and a shared finish in Godalming.

Run 145 miles non stop along the Grand Union Canal from Birmingham to Little Venice on a fully waymarked towpath. Limited to 100 starters with supported or unsupported entries and a 45 hour cutoff, it is a classic long distance challenge.

Tackle a scenic 26.2 mile marathon across three laps of Richmond Park, with rolling hills and beautiful parkland views. Chip timing, aid stations, medical cover and a lively finish make this a rewarding London park marathon for seasoned and..