Trail Running calendar near Cirencester 2025-2026

Run a scenic loop through the Forest of Dean on well maintained trails with gentle climbs. Officially measured and fully marshalled, this spring half hosts the British Trail Running Championships.

Join a guided 10 km trail run across atmospheric Hankley Common, passing the Lion's Mouth and film locations. Runs come at sunset or as headtorch night runs and focus on group enjoyment rather than racing.

Elephant Challenge takes place at Salcey Forest, a Forestry England site near Northampton (NN7 2HX). This 6-hour, multi-lap event centers on a 3.5-mile off-road loop through the forest, allowing participants to choose distance—from 3 laps f..

Experience the Petzl Night Trails 10K at Salcey Forest under torchlight, with Petzl demo head torches on site. Enjoy a flat two lap trail, a canicross option and post race hot drinks plus a medal or tree planting token.

Take on the Elephant Challenge at Salcey Forest on 24 March 2026, tackling repeated 3.5 mile loops over six hours. Runners, walkers, canicross and ruckers welcome, with an option to support Roald Dahl charity.

Run the Wild Half Marathon brings a guided 13 mile trail through the Chiltern Hills with rolling chalk climbs and wooded trails. English Athletics run leaders group you by ability, offer coaching, and a midcourse refreshment stop and finish..

Explore Bath's historic streets and riverside trails in the Bath 50 Challenge, a looped course from Bath Racecourse past the Royal Crescent and along the River Avon. Choose 50 km, 29 km or 10 km, enjoy full course support and a halfway picn..

Beyond Bristol offers scenic 25 km and 55 km trail routes from Museum Square. Race under the Clifton Suspension Bridge, through Leigh Woods and along riverside and railway paths, with feed stations and a finisher medal.

Run from the iconic Combe Gibbet to Overton in this scenic 16 mile point to point through Hampshire's hills, trails and mud. Well marshalled and offering great countryside views, it's a classic late March challenge on 29 March 2026.

Join the Minster Challenge in Axminster on 29 March 2026 for muddy, hilly trail fun across 3, 5 and 12 km options. Enjoy homemade refreshments, medals for finishers and prizes for winners in a friendly community event.

Challenge yourself at Ultra In The Black Country, a 32 mile loop around Baggeridge Country Park near Dudley on 29 March 2026 with waymarked trails, canal towpaths and tunnel sections. Enter solo, as a pair or in a four person team for a med..

Run Upcote Spring Trail is a limited entry 5 mile off road route around Upcote Farm near Cheltenham, featuring forest tracks, climbs and scenic Cotswolds views. Expect chip timing, medals for all finishers and a friendly festival vibe.

Saturn's 7 Hour Time Challenge at Wraysbury Skiff & Punting Club (Wraysbury, TW20) is an inclusive, self-paced race along the River Thames. Entrants choose a distance from a 3 km lap, with full laps around about 7 km (4.37 miles) or a short..

The Testway Ultra is a challenging ultra marathon held in Hampshire, England, featuring 40 and 50-mile distances along the scenic Testway footpath. The route stretches from the chalky downs near the Northern Hampshire/Berkshire border to th..

Inaugural BOWUM is a 30 mile circular trail in Monmouthshire linking Skenfrith, Grosmont and White Castle via the Three Castles Walk and Offas Dyke Path. Enjoy rolling hills, well stocked checkpoints and no time limit.

Chasewater Easter Egg Challenge is an annual multi-distance running event around Chasewater Country Park in Burntwood, Staffordshire. Runners can choose from 20k, 15k, 10k, 5k and a Junior Run, with routes described as multi-terrain and und..

Join the Mortimer 10 km on Monday 6 April 2026 for a scenic two lap off road route through local woodlands, with a dog friendly canicross option. Enjoy chip timing, medals and a lively event village while supporting Ollie Young Foundation.

Challenge yourself on an 8 mile undulating trail around Freshwater, climbing about 900 feet and passing iconic spots like Tennyson Down and Alum Bay. Limited to 175 entries on 6 April 2026, this rugged multi terrain route offers stunning co..

Event overview The Rosebud Marathon is a 26.2-mile section of the Rose of the Shires Ultra Marathon through Northamptonshire. The event takes place on Saturday 11 April 2026, with registration and the finish hosted at Brixworth Country Park..

Spring Run the Seasons at Cowdray Estate on 11 April 2026 offers scenic trails across the South Downs, with 5k, 10k and 10 mile races plus canicross. The 10k scores in the series and routes showcase heathland and big views.