Trail Running calendar near Chignall Smealy 2026-2027

A guided trail run on Box Hill near Dorking that focuses on steep off trail climbs and totals over 1000 m of elevation in a short distance. It is run as a group, not a race, with a steady pace around 10 min per mile.

An 80 mile winter ultramarathon on 5 December 2026 across Essex, Suffolk and Norfolk with mandatory kit requirements, checkpoint cut-offs and live tracking via Open Tracking. Entry pricing is tiered with limited discounted places.

A single loop 55 miles trail race around the South Downs starting and finishing at Plumpton Racecourse, with about 7,000 ft of ascent and seven aid stations. The course runs on grass trails, farm tracks and woodland and is a UTMB Index even..

A 50 kilometre trail ultramarathon from Dorking along the Greensand Way through the Surrey Hills AONB, including climbs of Leith Hill, Holmbury Hill and Pitch Hill. Well signed and supported with aid stations, timing and a finisher medal.

A single 10 mile canicross loop at Grafham Water on 6 December 2026, starting on the dam and circling the reservoir. The event includes dog-friendly facilities, a finisher medal with a dog charm, and nearby camping.

A timed multi-terrain event at Ferry Meadows with 5.3 km laps on gravel and grass. Runners choose a four or six hour format, complete as many laps as possible, have aid each lap and receive a bespoke finisher medal.

A 10 km trail championship at Wendover Woods on 6 December 2026, limited to 200 invited runners who meet qualifying criteria. The course has 295 m of elevation, route marking, chip timing and age category awards.

A 200 mile continuous trail run around southern England from Juniper Hall, held 9 to 13 December 2026. Runners have up to 96 hours, live tracking, crew access and three major aid stations with hot food and sleeping facilities.

Join the Christmas Jumper Friday Run on 11 December in Walton on Thames for a relaxed rock up and run along the riverside towpath. Pick 5k to ultra, run laps within a 7 hour window and earn a bespoke finisher medal.

A festive midweek time challenge on the River Thames with flexible starts and distances from a 3 km minimum up to 50 km. Medals, distance pins and goody bags are provided, with aid stations and a mix of path and light trail surfaces.

A 100 mile winter point to point trail across the South Downs and North Downs with a 35 hour limit, three aid stations, mandatory winter kit and a field limited to about 100 runners.

A lap based off road event at Shalford Park offering distances from 3.14 to 31.4 miles plus a one mile fun run for children. Junior lap limits, car parking and course warnings are provided by the organisers.

A seasonal trail event at Salcey Forest offering 10k, 5k and a 1.2 km junior run on tree lined, mostly flat forest trails. The race raises funds for Shelter and includes a bespoke medal and free photographs.

Festive multi-distance run at High Lodge, Thetford Forest on 13 December 2026. Looped routes from 5k to ultra with lap based heavy and ultra options, an aid station and event medals. Twenty percent of entry fees supports forest upkeep.

Festive themed half marathon on woodland trails, meadows and country lanes around Mid Suffolk, starting and finishing at Stowmarket Football Club. Manually timed cupless race with water refill, mince pie, photography and optional eco friend..

Join a festive Christmas run along the flat Jubilee River. Choose your own distance in this 6-hour timed event on a scenic towpath. All finishers receive a bespoke festive medal.

A festive cross country event in Pett, East Sussex on 19 December 2026 with a five mile loop, a two mile fun run and a junior scurry. The race supports Shelter and includes medals, photos and prizes for fancy dress.

A multi-distance event at Suffolk Running Centre offering 5k to ultra options, looped and out and back routes, aid stations every 10k, included parking and a bespoke finisher medal. The event operates a cupless policy.

A dawn to dusk winter trail challenge at Box Hill in Dorking on 19 December 2026. Runners complete a roughly 10 mile loop with about 2,400 ft climb per lap and may stop after any completed lap.

A 50 km winter trail event on the North Downs Way from Detling to Wye with about 1,000 m of ascent, three checkpoints and mandatory kit checks. The route passes Boxley Warren, Thurnham Castle, Lenham Cross and the Wye Downs.