Trail Running calendar near Chelmsford 2025-2026

Race to the King is Threshold Trail Series’ king-sized ultramarathon along the South Downs Way and Monarch’s Way. On 20 June 2026 at West Dean Gardens, runners can choose from four distances: Monarch’s Loop 30km, Coastal 50km, Castle 50km,..

Beyond London on 20 June 2026 offers scenic trail runs through parks, woodlands and canal paths, finishing in Richmond. Choose 55 km from Woolwich or 25 km from Upper Norwood, with signed routes, GPX files, aid stations and a finisher medal..

Run a scenic point to point trail through Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire with a 50 mile ultra or a marathon, both finishing at Marlow Park, Grafham Water. Waymarked routes, aid stations and medals for all finishers.

The Midsummer Munro will take place in Walton on the Hill on Sunday 21 June 2026. You can run 13 miles.

The Summer Solstice Challenge - Colchester will take place in Colchester on Sunday 21 June 2026.

Run Sandringham on 21 June 2026 offers 5K and 10K routes across the stunning Sandringham estate, mixing trails and quiet roads. Enjoy chip timing, bespoke finisher medals and goodies, plus trophies for top 10K finishers.

Run the Martian Race at Horsell Common on 21 June 2026 and follow routes through the sandpits immortalised in H.G. Wells The War of the Worlds. Volunteer organised and charity focused, with distances for all ages.

Take on the Dunstable Downs Half Marathon, a scenic 21.2 km trail with steep climbs and panoramic countryside views. Limited to 300 runners, this rugged UTMB World Series qualifier promises a memorable off road challenge.

Tackle a full marathon over three days at the Colworth Marathon Challenge on the scenic Colworth Estate. Choose one, two or all three races and enjoy free camping, family entertainment and children's races for a festival feel.

Join the Summer Run the Seasons at Cowdray Estate on 26 June 2026 for scenic 5km, 10km and dog friendly canicross routes past the polo lawns, ruins and the South Downs. Celebrate at the finish with an interlocking medal, free photos and a B..

Take on farm trail laps at Hyde Hall Farm with distances from 5k to ultra, including a Heavy Half option. On site parking and a bespoke finisher medal make for a friendly, flexible event.

TrailFest at Salcey Forest on 28 June 2026 offers 10K, Half marathon, Marathon and 50 km on scenic forest paths. Trail shoes are recommended and the event is cupless so bring a bottle; finishers get a medal and drink.

Enjoy scenic Thames Valley trails at Marlow Rugby Club with 5K, 10K and Half Marathon options on well marked off road courses. Chip timing, free race photos and a themed finisher medal make this a fun, sustainable event for all abilities.

Join a guided 10km trail run around the Devil's Punchbowl in Hindhead, enjoying rolling hills and a scenic pause with great views. This friendly group paced run is led by an experienced guide and runs at sunset or by headtorch in winter.

Event overview The SATURN Midweek Chasing Numbers event takes place on Friday, 3 July 2026 at Wraysbury Skiff & Punting Club, Egham (TW20 0AE). It is a 7 hour Time Challenge with flexible start times available throughout the day. The ev..

Take on the Full Essex Way Ultra, an 82 mile journey from Epping tube station to Harwich lighthouse across varied trails, tracks and roads. With just 65 places and a 24 hour cut off, this iconic challenge supports Essex Wildlife Trust.

Follow the Serpent Trail from Petersfield through the South Downs, heath and woodland with distances from 10 km to 100 km. Camping, coach transfer, a kids race, food and a licensed bar make it a weekend festival for runners and walkers.

Fen Gallop 2026 is a scenic running event held in Willingham, Cambridgeshire, featuring flat, multi-terrain courses along country roads, footpaths, and bridleways. Participants can choose between a 10K race or a shorter 4-mile option, both..

Join the Bishop's Stortford Mitre on 5 July 2026 for community 10k, 5k and a fun 1K kids race on traffic free country lanes at Jobbers Wood. Support the Mitre Fund and enjoy chip timing, a finisher T shirt or a tree planted in your name.

On 5 July 2026 the Chiltern Ridge Half Marathon offers a scenic off road challenge along The Ridgeway near Wendover, with rolling climbs and woodland views. Entries are limited to 350 runners so book early for this memorable trail experienc..