Trail Running calendar near Colchester 2025-2026

Herstmonceux 8km Trail Race is a picturesque off-road loop around Herstmonceux, centred on Herstmonceux Village Hall (BN27 4JX). The 8km course winds through fields, bridleways and woodland with views toward the South Downs; distance is app..

Take on the Bedgebury Forest Half Marathon or 10K on 19 October 2025, winding through scenic, traffic free trails in the national pinetum. Expect mud after rain, a bespoke medal and free photos, with limited on the day entries if available.

Run 13.1 miles through Thetford Forest from High Lodge, enjoying varied trails, pine scents and roaming wildlife. Traffic free and manually timed, this cupless event includes pro photos, eco medals and trophies for top finishers.

Take on the Viper 5 Mile autumn trail in the dark around Mill Green, an atmospheric night run with just 50 places. This self sufficient event requires headtorches and phones, and finishes back at The Viper for a well earned drink and food.

Challenge your navigation at Uckfield KNC on Thursday 23 October. Join Southdowns Orienteers for a 60 minute score orienteering event with limited places and fun for juniors and seniors.

Choose your distance on the day from 7 km up to a 40 mile ultra on scenic mixed trail and road loops around Chalfont Park. Drop bags, pacers and crew are welcome and there is an aid station plus a trained medic on site for support.

Run scenic circular routes along the north River Blackwater estuary with 26.5 mile and 18 mile options near Heybridge Essex. Enjoy checkpoint snacks, a finish meal and a finisher certificate on this friendly LDWA event.

Run through scenic Epping Forest on Saturday 25 October 2025 with a Half Marathon or 10K on varied natural trails. Chip timed, fully marked and dog friendly with aid stations and a finisher medal.

Tackle the Stort30, a scenic 30 mile ultramarathon along the River Stort and Lee navigation from Bishop's Stortford. Mostly grassy trail with muddy sections, aid every five miles and finish line clubhouse facilities.

Thames Path Trail Run : Windsor Racecourse, 26 October 2025 The Thames Path Trail Run takes place at Windsor Racecourse on 26 October 2025. The route follows sections of the Thames and nearby countryside. Distances offered: 21km 16km No do..

Trail Run Canterbury is a Canterbury-based trail and multi-terrain running event anchored at St Edmund’s School on St Thomas Hill. It offers three distances: 5.5, 10 and 20 miles. The route winds along trails around the edge of Canterbury,..

Timed 4 or 6 hour challenge on a scenic 5.3 km multi terrain lap through Ferry Meadows, with aid station support and a bespoke finisher medal. Cupless event so bring your own bottle and virtual places are available.

Join the Irchester Spooktacular, a Halloween night run through woodland trails at Irchester Country Park offering a 5k race and 2k family fun run. Expect costumed marshals, spooky atmosphere, medals, chocolate treats and fancy dress prizes.

Event details The Halloween Trail is a narrative trail race on 31 October 2025. The course is described as about 8.5ish miles and follows a circular route around the town of Maldon. The route is approximately 95% off road and covers a varie..

Event overview The Chiltern Ridge Winter 50K is a single-loop trail race held in the Chilterns, with the start and finish at Berkhamsted Cricket Club. The next edition is on 1 November 2025. The event distance is 50K with approximately 800..

The ZigZag Catherine Wheel Canter is a unique running event held at Wodson Park Sports and Leisure Centre in Ware, Hertfordshire. Participants can choose from various distances including 5k, 10k, half marathon, full marathon, 50k ultra, or..

Run 50 miles on an athletics track at Fireworks 50, a small field limited to 50 entrants with festival vibes, music, free tea and cake and a bespoke medal. Enjoy traffic free laps, aid stations and fireworks as dusk falls.

Join a guided 10 km trail run through the Chiltern Hills with Run The Wild, grouped by ability and suitable for runners who can cover 5 km non stop. Finish with a Tring Brewery tour, beer tasting and a bottle to take home.

Tackle the 50 km Winter Warrior trail ultramarathon along the historic Boudicca Way from Norwich to Diss on 1 November 2025. Enjoy scenic countryside, GPS navigation and indoor checkpoints to keep you going.

The HAVOC Regional, SWELL - Dagnam Park will take place in Romford on Sunday 2 November 2025. You can run between 5 and 10 kilometers.