Trail Running calendar near Cheltenham 2026-2027

We have found 517 Trailruns within 80 miles of Cheltenham. See below where and when you can find the races.

Experience a scenic 10km mixed terrain run through the trails and woodland of Hatfield. Starting and finishing at the 3 Brewers Brewery, participants enjoy chip timing and a complimentary drink at the finish line.

Experience a historic trail run through the scenic Ashridge Woods on this five mile course. Enjoy a marshalled off road route starting and finishing at the Aldbury Recreation Ground with refreshments provided at the finish.

July 2026

Join a guided 10km trail run through the Devil's Punchbowl, a unique natural amphitheatre in Surrey. The group runs together on hilly trails, pausing for views. It's a social run, not a race.

A timed charity run along the Thames with lap options from 5.3 km up to ultra distances. The Run for a Tenner entry donates £10 to Rays of Sunshine and all finishers receive a bespoke medal.

Experience a unique point to point half marathon along the scenic canal towpaths from Wolverhampton to Birmingham. Run through the historic Coseley Tunnel and enjoy water stations hosted on traditional canal barges.

Experience a 30 mile ultra marathon through the Gateway to Wales featuring 5,446 feet of elevation. Run over the iconic Sugar Loaf mountain and enjoy a supported journey with no time limits on this primarily trail course.

Explore the scenic valley of Ironbridge in Shropshire with this multi lap race offering 8 mile, 16 mile, and marathon distances. Finishers receive a unique themed medal after running through local tracks and village paths.

Experience a festival of trail running through the South Downs National Park with distances from 10km to 100km. Enjoy sandy paths and ancient woodlands with included coach transport and on-site camping.

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Test your strength and endurance in this iconic outdoor hybrid fitness competition. Featuring five 20 minute workouts including assault courses, rucking, and heavy carries, it is the ultimate test of functional fitness for pairs and teams.

The CWM Elan Back Yard Ultra will take place in Rhayader on Saturday 4 July 2026. You can run 7 kilometers.

Run a flexible distance along Winchester's scenic Itchen Way in this American-themed event. Choose your own challenge from a 2.62-mile loop, with trophies for the best costumes. Enjoy a well-stocked aid station and a flexible start time.

A scenic half marathon on the historic Ridgeway National Trail in Buckinghamshire. The hilly, fully-marked trail route connects Wendover and Princes Risborough, passing through the Whiteleaf Hill Nature Reserve.

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Experience a summer trail race through the hilly forest paths of Cannock Chase. Choose between a half marathon or 10k and enjoy free parking, race photos, and a bespoke finisher medal.

Trail races of 5 or 10 miles through forest tracks and lakeside paths at Moors Valley Country Park on 5 July 2026. The event includes chip timing, feed stations, medical support, and on-site parking.

Marston Madness is a 6-hour endurance challenge on a scenic 5k loop. Run solo or with friends to see how many laps you can complete, with professional chip timing tracking your progress in a supportive atmosphere.

Experience a 6 mile trail run through the Bromsgrove countryside featuring woodland paths and rolling hills. Starting at Sanders Park, this off road adventure offers a scenic route with medals for all finishers.

This 27-mile ultra marathon starts with a challenging trek up Plynlimon mountain in Wales. Runners then follow the Severn Path to the finish, passing two stocked checkpoints. All finishers receive a medal, technical t-shirt, and head visor.

A five day multistage ultramarathon along the River Severn of approximately 220 miles, each day run as a separate race with bespoke medals and shared hotel accommodation between stages.

Take on the Stiperstones Fell Race in Snailbeach on Wed 8 Jul 2026, a rugged 6.7 km course with about 375 m of climb across classic Shropshire ridgelines. Pre entry is £7 or pay £10 on the day, with junior races available.

Experience a multi terrain 5k run through the ancient woodland of Fermyn Woods Country Park near Corby. This chipped event welcomes runners of all abilities aged 11 and over with bespoke medals for all finishers.