Trail Running calendar near Cirencester 2025-2026

Enjoy a scenic, multi terrain loop around Chasewater Reservoir this Easter with friendly marshals, bespoke medals and optional costume fun. Distances from junior runs to 20k make it perfect for families and club runners alike.

Take on the Unbreakable Treasure Run on 5 April 2026 at Xcel SPORTS HUB, Walton on Thames, running timed laps along a flat riverside towpath from 5 km to ultra. Limited places and a 7 hour time cap make this a focused challenge with a keeps..

Take on the Mortimer 10km through scenic Berkshire woodlands on Monday 6 April 2026. This undulating two lap off road course features chip timing, medals and a dog friendly canicross start for runners with dogs.

Take on West Wight 3 Hills, an undulating 8 mile coastal loop from Freshwater that climbs Tennyson Down and Alum Bay. Organised by Ryde Harriers, it is scenic, testing and gives every finisher a souvenir.

Run the Rose of the Shires, a scenic 54 miles loop from Brixworth Country Park through Salcey Forest, canal towpaths and 21 villages. Mostly off road and a UTMB index 100K, the route offers navigation challenges and relay team entries.

Steam to the coast then run back to Minehead along scenic trails and the ridgelines of the Quantock Hills. Choose 11 km, 11 miles or the 26.2 mile marathon as heritage steam trains ferry runners to their starts.

Run along the banks of the River Thames in Henley with half marathon, 10K and junior races, chip timing, unique medals and free race photos. Event village serves food and drinks and the event supports the Royal Berks Charity.

Tackle the Rosebud Marathon, a scenic 26.2 mile section of the Rose of the Shires Ultra around Northampton. Expect mixed trail and road terrain, live GPS tracking, manned checkpoints and a finisher medal.

Discover the Vale Coastal Races on 11 April 2026 with 32.5 mile ultra, 18.5 mile and 10 mile trail options. The Wales Coast Path hugs cliffs, beaches and coves, finishing at Ogmore by Sea with marked notes and checkpoints.

Spring Run the Seasons Cowdray on April 11 offers scenic trail races across Cowdray Estate and the South Downs, with distances for kids, juniors and adults plus dog friendly CaniRun options. Enjoy varied trails and country views for all abi..

Join a guided trail marathon through the Chilterns and Ridgeway into Wendover Woods, tackling rolling hills and technical single track while qualified run leaders steer small ability groups. Midway refreshments and a wooden Run the Wild fin..

Join the Battle of the Brampton Valley Way, a one day 28 mile ultra along the traffic free route between Northampton and Market Harborough. Choose your start end, expect two dark tunnels so bring a head torch, enjoy feed stations and a fini..

The Big Cheese is an off road fell race in Cheddar, Somerset, covering 15 miles across the Mendip Hills with over 2,000 ft of climb. Take on a fully marked course and enjoy a finisher's medal plus tea and cake at the end.

Take on the Wild Horse 200 series: two epic 200 mile trail ultramarathons across Welsh trails and mountains. Run the South Wales coast route from Chepstow to Worm's Head in April or the Mid Wales loop from and to Machyntlleth in June.

Take on the inaugural MTC Afanc, a one day ultra of about 39.7 miles along National Cycle Route 8 with over 4,200 ft of ascent. Limited entry and GPS tracking make this intimate but demanding race ideal for seasoned ultrarunners.

Set off from Windsor Racecourse on looped 10 km, 25 km and 50 km routes that sweep through Windsor Great Park, past Windsor Castle and along the Thames Path. Fully signed and supported with rest stops, catering and app tracking for walkers..

Join the Shropshire Way 80K Festival on 18 April 2026 in the Shropshire Hills for one day of trail running and walking across hill summits, ancient woodland and market towns. Choose routes from 10K to 80K, enjoy local food on course and sup..

Run the Chiltern Ridge Classic 51K with 996m of climb across Ashridge, Ivinghoe Beacon and The Ridgeway from Berkhamsted Castle to Wendover. A UTMB Index event limited to 400 runners with a fully marked course and aid stations.

Join a guided 18 mile trail run along the Malvern Hills ridge, summiting the peaks and tackling 1300 m of ascent with a qualified coach. Not a race; expect steady trail pace, stunning views and friendly company.

Run the Beast of the Beacons in the Brecon Beacons National Park with 10 mile, 20 mile or epic 40 mile routes over ridges, reservoirs and technical forest trails. Well marked courses, marshals and stocked checkpoints deliver a bold, support..