Trail Running calendar near Chawton 2025-2026

Take on the Jurassic Coast from Swanage on 6 Dec 2025 with distances from a coastal 10K to a full marathon or ultra. Rugged trails, big climbs and fully marked timed courses promise a scenic and satisfying challenge.

Scenic trail runs from Plumpton Racecourse across the South Downs with ridge top views to the sea. Choose 9, 12 or 22 km with chip timing, water stations and a finishers medal; plastic free event so bring a reusable cup.

Join a magical evening run through parkland past the illuminated Cowdray Ruins at the Cowdray Winter Night Run. Head torches are mandatory and there are 5 km and 10 km distances plus dog friendly canicross and kids races.

The Mince Pie 10 is a festive 10-mile race held in Peacehaven, East Sussex, organized by Seaford Striders. The multi-terrain course features about six miles of farm tracks and bridleways, with the remaining four miles on quiet roads, includ..

The Allsorts Tinkley Gate Santa Dash is a festive, family-friendly running event held at the scenic National Trust Tinkley Gate site in Woodchester, Gloucestershire. Participants can choose between a 5km off-road trail or a shorter 2.5km ro..

The Trifarm Winter 10k is the final round and championship decider of a four race trail series, mostly off road through woodlands near the river. Enjoy a scenic winter trail challenge on footpaths and bridleways with a friendly vibe.

Join the New Forest Xmas Trails on 7 December at Holmesly Campsite for fully marked off road laps through heathland and woodland, with distances from 15K to a 50K ultra. Enjoy a festive trail vibe and the option to plant a tree instead of t..

Enjoy a scenic 10 km trail loop around Rye Harbour Nature Reserve at Winchelsea Beach, racing with a friendly small field and marshalled course. Stay for tea and cake and chase prizes for first male and female finishers.

Join Freedom Racing on 7 December 2025 for a scenic 50k through the Surrey Hills, fully signed with live timing and generous aid stations on the out and back route. There is a 10 hour time limit and a free TRIBE bar at registration.

Test your limits on the Winter Downs 200, a continuous 200 mile trail loop through southern England from Dec 10 to 14 2025. Expect big climbs, rugged trails and a 96 hour cutoff for a bold end of year challenge.

The Salcey Forest Christmas 10K, 5K & Junior Fun Run is a festive trail running event held in Salcey Forest, Northamptonshire. Set amidst beautiful, tree-lined woodland paths, the race offers a virtually flat, mixed-terrain course that can..

Mince Pi Run - races of 2 decimal places is a 14 December 2025 off-road event at Shalford Park, Guildford. Participants choose from 3.14 to 31.4 miles (1–10 laps) on a scenic, mostly flat course with one or two hills. A Pi marathon option a..

Join the 20th Christmas Pudding Dash in Pett near Hastings for festive, family friendly cross country races across farmland and woods. Multiple distances, medals, prizes and mince pies make this muddy, fun run a great seasonal tradition.

Join a festive 12 km trail in Chelmsford for a fun, social run with a brewery checkpoint en route. Entry includes a Santa hat, drink tokens, a Christmas medal and post run pints or upgrade to rum at the finish.

Join the Soup Run for a friendly 6 mile multi terrain trail around Bembridge, ideal for a social Sunday run with hilly coastal scenery. Finish with a warming soup and roll, a souvenir and community vibes, so book early.

Take on Winter Wanderlust, a 50 km trail ultramarathon along the scenic North Downs Way from Detling to Wye. Enjoy rugged chalk downs, three well stocked checkpoints, hot food and a finisher medal for those who make the cut.

Celebrate the season at the Slow and Dirty, a family friendly trail race along a converted branch railway near Sturminster Newton, with a level 19k course or 11 mile option. Scenic Stour Valley running, dogs and buggies welcome.

Join the Festive Friston Forest, a five mile night trail through Litlington woods and downs on 22 December 2025. This friendly timed adventure features festive fancy dress, a finisher medal and a pint or hot drink back at the pub when you r..

The Die Hard Christmas Marathon and Half Marathon is a festive running event taking place on December 24, 2025, at Caldecotte Lake in Milton Keynes. Participants can choose between a full marathon, consisting of 7.5 scenic laps, or a half m..

Join the Santa Claws 10km, a festive winter multi terrain cross country run at Renegade Brewery on the Yattendon Estate on 24 December. Expect muddier trails than the summer event, a canicross option and a finisher medal plus a beer or alco..