Trail Running calendar near Chedworth 2025-2026

Join MLS Long Valley North: The Nick Bateson Trophy on Wednesday 31 December for an exciting Military League orienteering meeting. Routes range from novice Orange to challenging Brown plus a 75 minute score event, ideal for all abilities.

Kick off 2026 with the Knacker Cracker, a scenic and challenging 10 km trail over Box Hill on 1 January, with big climbs, North Downs views and a finish at Box Hill Fort. A Nipper Knacker kids run and the Knicker Knacker women’s prize add e..

Join Rhino Run on the River Thames at Wraysbury near Egham to support the save the rhino cause, with some proceeds donated. Pick 5k up to marathon or ultramarathon, or tackle a six hour challenge and enjoy club facilities.

Experience the Chilterns Winter 10 km, a guided trail run through woodlands, hills and scenic viewpoints with run leaders for every ability group. Finish at Church Farm Cafe with parking, bag drop and canicross friendly routes near train li..

Join the 99th Leicestershire and Rutland Cross Country Championships on Saturday 3 January 2026 at Rotherby Lodge Farm. Races from age 9 to masters promise fierce county rivalry and club team competition over varied courses.

Bodenham Bound is a charity trail run at Bodenham Arboretum near Kidderminster on 4 January 2026, raising funds for Kemp Hospice and Harkaway Scouts. Pick 5 km or 10 km and tackle a scenic but testing mixed terrain course.

Country to Capital is a 43 mile ultramarathon from Wendover to Little Venice, London, blending country trails, roads and a canal towpath into the city. GPS tracking and checkpoints guide runners to a lively canal side finish.

Run under the stars on muddy, rolling trails through Denbies Estate and the Surrey Hills at Dark Skies Surrey Hills. Distances from 1K kids to 10 miles, so bring a head torch and off road shoes while supporting the Dorking Area Food Bank.

Hit the Surrey Hills for G3 no.1 at Newlands Corner on 10 January 2026, with 10 km and 15 km trail routes across mud, rocks and forest. Expect hilly, technical terrain and stunning views for a true winter trail challenge.

Explore the Surrey Hills on a 30 mile guided group trail run from St Martha's Hill, taking in Denbies, Box Hill and scenic villages. Run together with an experienced coach in a supported, non competitive pace with a cake stop and great view..

Explore the wild Elan and Claerwen Valleys in the Reservoir Roundabout, an annual 12 or 20 mile walking and running challenge across upland terrain. Waymarked but requiring map skills, it is volunteer run with proceeds to local charities.

Join the Chilli Flamingo Run at Xcel SPORTS HUB in Walton on Thames for a timed, multi lap trail race along the flat riverside towpath. Choose from 5 km to ultra distances, enjoy aid stations and same day results within a 7 hour limit.

Run a fast, accurately measured 10K at Northampton Racecourse Park on 11 January, three laps of scenic pathways with trophies and a bespoke medal. The family friendly race supports Umbrella Fair Northampton and accepts on the day entries.

On 11 January 2026, enjoy rolling trails and countryside views around Farley Mount at the Winchester Trail Run in Sparsholt. Choose a challenging 21 km route or a breezier 12 km, with chip timing, medals and post race goodies.

Join the Festive 5 on Sunday 11 Jan 2026 in Worcestershire for a scenic five mile off road run along the River Avon through Fladbury and Lower Moor. Community event with proceeds supporting local projects and the Neuroendocrine Cancer Chari..

Explore Cannock Chase on a self navigation 27 km route with 540 m of ascent, visiting trig points and checkpoints for a true fell running challenge. Finish at Milford Common for club hospitality and post race refreshments.

Warm up your winter with the Winter Hot Chocolate Series, three cross country 5 mile races plus a kids 1 mile at Bramshill Plantation hosted at St Neot's School. Chip timing, free photos and tasty hot chocolate make this a fun family friend..

Kings Garn Gutter orienteering in the New Forest on Sunday 11 January offers runnable forest, streams and updated 1:10,000 maps. Courses range from short novice path events to long technical routes so all abilities can join.

Take part in a regional ranking orienteering at West Woods near Marlborough with courses for beginners to experienced navigators through mature woodland. Entry is online only and full leg cover and a whistle are compulsory.

Slothful Run at Pengethley Manor, Ross on Wye on 12 Jan 2026 features offroad laps through vineyards and rolling hills. Distances from 5k to ultra with on site food, free parking and medals for paid and virtual finishers.