Trail Running calendar near Chelmsford 2026-2027

Run the rolling trails of the South Downs at the Grand National 10 km Trail Run in Findon, with 10 km, canicross, 5 mile and kids events for all ages. Scenic route, bespoke medals, charity support and a fun Filly or Colt costume prize.

Timed lap event at Buchan Country Park on 19 April 2026 with 5.3 km laps to create distances from 5 km up to ultra within a 7 hour limit. Runners may choose one of twelve medals or a lower cost no medal entry.

Run the Thames Ring Series along scenic river and canal towpaths with three distances: TR250 full loop, TR150 and TR100 sections. Choose your challenge and enjoy riverside trails, checkpoint support and GPS tracking across this adventure.

A limited capacity evening trail run of 5 miles for over 18s with the course run in reverse from previous years. Route files are provided beforehand and finishers can exchange their race number at the bar for a drink.

Join the Ale Trail, a 15 mile sponsored fun run through scenic countryside around Alfriston on 26 April 2026, with just 50 places for a sociable challenge. Start and finish at Ye Olde Smugglers Inne with checkpoints offering beer tokens and..

Choose from 5 km up to ultra marathon on mildly undulating, fully measured roads around Bury St Edmunds on 26 April. Small field, aid stations, parking and a bespoke finisher medal make this a memorable day out.

Trail runs of 10 km and 10 mile around Angmering Park Estate on 26 April 2026, with canicross options, marshalled courses, water stations and free race photos.

Trail runs through Alice Holt Forest on 26 April 2026 support GUTS, with a Half Marathon, 10k, 5k and a junior run. Routes use a 5k forest loop with multiple laps for longer distances.

Join NOT the London Marathon Run 2026 on Sunday 26 April in Walton on Thames for a flat, certified lap course along the riverside towpath. Choose marathon, half or a 7 hour timed challenge, enjoy flexible starts and a commemorative medal.

A spring trail run of around 10 km through bluebell-carpeted woods in the Chiltern Hills, starting from Tring and led in ability groups by Run Leaders. Facilities include a cafe, toilets and bag storage; dogs allowed with cani-cross kit.

Two route options across the South Downs National Park, 28 miles (about 4000 ft ascent) or 18 miles (about 2800 ft ascent), with checkpoint food, route files provided, and an 11-hour completion limit.

A multi terrain *5 km* race at Fineshade Wood on 26 April 2026 set in Northamptonshire woodlands. Finishers receive a bespoke medal and a virtual completion option is available.

Run a scenic 7 hour timed challenge along the River Thames at Wraysbury on Friday 1 May 2026 and choose your distance from 3 km to ultra. Friendly aid, medals and goody bags make this intimate 300 runner event ideal for PBs or relaxed miles..

A 100 mile marked point to point trail race from Richmond in London to Oxford with a 30 hour limit. Minimum age 20 and a 50 mile qualifier required; aid stations, drop bag points and mandatory kit checks are provided.

A guided 30 mile trail run near Guildford following sections of the North Downs Way and the Greensand Way. The group led by an experienced ultra coach includes climbs such as Leith Hill and finishes back at West Hanger.

Run the Mid Sussex Marathon Weekend, a three day festival across East Grinstead, Haywards Heath and Burgess Hill with 10 mile races, a 10k and a combined full marathon. Expect varied, undulating routes and family friendly fun.

Run Silchester offers scenic trail races from the village playing field along the Roman Wall and through ancient woodland, with a 2.5 mile fun run plus 5 and 7 mile trail races. Enjoy festival vibes, medals and community fundraising for the..

Run For Your Life on 2 May 2026 at Parliament Hill, Hampstead Heath offers 10 km, 5 km and a 2 km Fun Run on scenic trails past Kenwood House. Managed starts and medals welcome all while proceeds support Jubilee Hall Trust.

Join the Rapid Relays at Culden Faw Estate for solo or team relays, 5K and 10K sunrise runs, plus downhill time trial challenges. Chip timed with live splits, scenic woodland trails and free parking make it perfect for teams and supporters.

A trail running event on the South Downs at Lancing Manor Leisure Centre on 3 May 2026. Offers marathon, half marathon and a 5 mile trail while supporting Ferring Country Centre and local Sussex charities.