Trail Running calendar near Chelmsford 2026-2027

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.

Essex XC Championships at Gloucester Park Basildon on 3 Jan 2026 features challenging multi lap cross country races from U11s to a 12 km senior men race. Entries close 21 Dec and entry is open to England Athletics members eligible for Essex..

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 East Hanningfield Trail Marathon on 4 January 2026 for a scenic circular 95% off road route around Danbury, starting and finishing at the village hall. Expect varied terrain, friendly support and three well stocked checkpoints.

Join the Penshurst Village Cross Country Run on Sunday 4 January 2026 for a scenic 5 mile challenge through village trails. Choose the solo 5 mile or race with your dog in the canicross 5 mile for a fun winter outing.

Norfolk Cross Country Championships at Earlham Park on 4 Jan 2026 features a slightly tweaked, spectator friendly course with start and finish by the cafe. Junior and senior races offer county places for the British Inter Counties on 7 Marc..

Test your navigation in a 60 minute score at Tilgate Golf Course on Thursday 8 January. Low entry fees, junior discounts and optional chip hire make it perfect for newcomers and seasoned runners, with juniors able to enter free using a code..

Country to Capital Ultra is a 43 mile point to point from Wendover to Little Venice, blending country trails, roads and long canal towpaths. Checkpoint support, GPS tracking and finish facilities help you chase the 11 hour cutoff.

Run under the stars at Denbies Wine Estate on rolling, muddy trails in the Dark Skies Surrey Hills night trail. Routes for adults and kids and proceeds support Dorking Area Food Bank. Bring a head torch for an atmospheric off road run.

Join G3 no.1 on 10 January at Newlands Corner for a scenic yet challenging trail running event offering 10 km and 15 km options. Tackle Surrey Hills trails of mud, rocks, sand and steep descents while enjoying forest views.

Guided 30 mile trail run through the Surrey Hills from St Martha's Hill, taking in Denbies Wine Estate and the top of Box Hill. Led by an experienced ultra coach, this friendly group run promises an epic day on the North Downs Way for seaso..

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.

WTF Where's The Finish? is a timed challenge at Brandon Country Park on 11 January 2026 where runners tackle repeated 5.3 km laps over 4 or 6 hours. A friendly supported loop with water at Base Camp so please bring your own bottle or cup.

Join this friendly Northampton 10K at Northampton Racecourse Park on 11 January 2026, run a measured three lap route on paths with plenty of parking and on day registration. Expect a bespoke medal, spot prizes and proceeds supporting Umbrel..

Join a friendly guided 10k at High Lodge in Thetford Forest on 11 January 2026, led at a conversational pace perfect for runners taking their first steps into trail running. Enjoy mostly flat woodland paths, group support and an optional co..

Explore Hankley Common on a guided 10 km trail run that visits the Atlantic Wall and offers sweeping open views. Runs are led by a qualified coach in a friendly group, at sunset or by headtorch, with a chance of an alcohol free beer after.

Run the Windmill Way Wander on 17 January for scenic road routes through Suffolk villages, rolling hills and a landmark windmill with views of Dalham Hall. Distances from 5k to ultra, with aid stations, a bespoke finisher medal, parking inc..

Tackle a classic Box Hill fell race with a fully marked 12.8 km circular off road route and about 540 m of ascent, starting and finishing on Burford Spur. Enjoy challenging terrain, great views and competitive club racing under FRA rules.

Join the Tiaras & Tutus Orange Run on 17 January for distances from 5 km to ultra along a flat riverside towpath. Enjoy a flexible one hour start window, seven hour time limit and bespoke finisher medals in a fun, limited field event.

Run the South Downs Way from Heyshott to Arundel in a scenic point to point trail event on 18 January 2026. Choose a marathon or 15 mile off road route that finishes by Arundel Castle with river views and rolling downs.