Trail Running calendar near Chiltern Hills 2026-2027

A one-day event in the Chiltern Hills offering 10 km, 25 km and 50 km routes with marked trails, checkpoints and full medical support, raising funds for Humanity Direct's medical work for children.

Thunder Races brings 25 km and 50 km trail runs through the woodland and countryside around Harrold Odell Country Park in Bedford. Enjoy marked routes, aid stations and a finisher medal plus goodies for a memorable spring trail challenge.

Brutal at Chawton on Saturday 7 March takes you through Brick Kiln Farm and Chawton Forest, with mud, water, steep hills and technical trails for a true off road test. Canicross waves welcome dogs for a wild, fun run together.

Run scenic laps along the Thames towpath in Walton on Thames at the Ladybird Run, on flat off road trails with timed entries or a one hour rock up and run start window. Pick 5 km to ultra distances and complete as many laps as you like with..

The Berko 10km will take place in Berkhamsted on Saturday 7 March 2026. You can run 10 kilometers.

A 13.1 mile out and back trail from Dorking to Leith Hill Tower with about 1,800 feet of ascent, four water stations and marshals on course. Entry includes a reusable medal, race number, beer and a cooked breakfast, with profits donated loc..

Two mapped routes from Wellingborough through Northamptonshire countryside with checkpoint snacks, drinks and a finish meal included. Route descriptions must be downloaded in advance and under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.

Take on Wight Riot at Hordle Cliff West for mixed terrain running along the coastal path with stunning views of the Isle of Wight and Sturt Pond. Choose distances from 5K to ultra and earn a medal for completing one lap or more.

Join Thames Meander Spring on 8 March 2026 for a flat, scenic riverside run from Barnes with 10 km, half and full marathon options. The route is marked and marshalled with stocked checkpoints and medical cover for a smooth race day.

A set of trail events across the South Downs near Steyning, featuring marathon, 30k and half marathon distances with UTMB Index registration, GPX routes and on-course drinks stations. Entry includes a medal, breakfast and photo download.

A multi-distance running event at the Larmer Tree Gardens on the Rushmore Estate in Dorset. Races range from a 1 mile fun run to a marathon, including a 10 km Canicross, and all finishers receive a full-colour 10 cm medal.

A guided 16k trail run at High Lodge in Thetford Forest led at a conversational pace, including forest facts and practical trail running tips. Terrain is mostly flat with some small hills; parking is charged at £4 and entry is £17.50.

A women-only trail run at Culden Faw Estate, Henley on Thames on 8 March 2026 celebrating International Women’s Day. Routes of 3 km, 6 km and 13 km across woodland and rolling parkland with chip timing, medals and refreshments.

Join a scenic 10 km from Heathside Sports Ground along the River Darent through fields and village lanes around South Darenth and Horton Kirby. Friendly marshalled route with a medal and refreshments for finishers.

A self navigation trail event at The Smugglers Den in Hullbridge on 8 March 2026 offering approx 10 and 6.3 mile routes. Entries include a £4 bar voucher and the race is held under UK Athletics rules; dogs are not permitted.

A 50 km trail ultra in the Chilterns on 14 March 2026, run as two 25 km loops from Stonor Park with 4,000 ft of climb, five aid stations, a 9 hour cut off and full course support.

A trail running event at Matterley Basin, Winchester on 14 March 2026 offering three routes from 5 km to 24 km across South Downs trails, with outposts, free parking and a reusable cup policy.

A self navigation trail at The Museum of Power offering 6.3 or 3.4 miles on mainly off road footpaths and tracks. There are no markings or marshalls and each entrant receives a narrative and a cafe voucher.

Three newly routed courses through the North Downs and the Greensand Ridge on 15 March 2026. Indoor checkpoints provide food and drink, there is an entry limit with a waiting list, and participants must carry route maps and basic navigation..

Trail event at Wyre Forest on 15 Mar 2026 with a half marathon and a 7.6 mile Super Seven option. Timed race with medals, category prizes, water stations and medical cover.