Trail Running calendar near Colchester 2026-2027

Join PHOENIX Fridays Run for a Tenner for a relaxed timed riverside run with flexible rock up and run starts supporting Rays of Sunshine. Choose distances from 5 km to ultra and earn a special medal on a flat towpath.

Windsor 50 on 18 April 2026 offers 50 km, 25 km and 10 km looped trail routes from Windsor Racecourse through Great Park, Runnymede and the Thames Path with regular rest stops, medical support and GPS tracking.

A 50K trail ultra across the Chiltern Hills from Berkhamsted Castle to Hampden Meadow via Ashridge, Ivinghoe Beacon, Coombe Hill and Whiteleaf Hill. Fully marked route with three checkpoints and a nine hour time limit.

Test your endurance at Delapre Abbey with this Backyard Ultra format. Run 6.7 km loops every hour as a solo competitor, in a pair, or as part of a fixed eight loop challenge until only one runner remains.

The inaugural Essex County Fell Championships features a new 10km course with 450m of climb. This open-entry fell race offers county prizes for qualified Essex runners. Every finisher receives a free drink.

Enjoy a flat riverside run along the Thames with a flexible timed format. Choose your own distance from 5km to an ultra marathon on a scenic 5.3km out and back loop.

Test your endurance at Congo Stream with a four hour multi lap challenge. Run solo or in a team through wooded trails and historic trenches on a scenic three kilometer loop with a dedicated lap for kids.

Experience a trail running festival at Billingford Fishing Lakes & Country Park with distances ranging from 5k to Ultra. Enjoy a variety of terrains, finishers medals, and celebratory refreshments in a scenic park setting.

Timed lap event at Buchan Country Park on 19 April 2026 with 5.3 km laps to create distances from 5 km up to ultra within a 7 hour limit. Runners may choose one of twelve medals or a lower cost no medal entry.

Experience a timed run through the Chiltern countryside and the exclusive Wormsley Estate. This event offers mixed terrain courses over multiple distances starting from Ibstone Common to support a local primary school.

A limited capacity evening trail run of 5 miles for over 18s with the course run in reverse from previous years. Route files are provided beforehand and finishers can exchange their race number at the bar for a drink.

Trail run at Barningham Estate offering 10k, 20k and 30k single lap routes across off road North Norfolk terrain. Fundraising supports Little Lifts Boxes for people receiving breast cancer treatment.

Experience a unique 5k obstacle course in St Albans featuring large scale inflatable hurdles. This event offers a bouncy and active day out in Hertfordshire for participants of various interests.

Join this road running event in Bury St Edmunds featuring distances from 5k to an ultra marathon. Enjoy scenic undulating routes and a seven hour cut off on the same day as the London Marathon.

Join NOT the London Marathon Run 2026 on Sunday 26 April in Walton on Thames for a flat, certified lap course along the riverside towpath. Choose marathon, half or a 7 hour timed challenge, enjoy flexible starts and a commemorative medal.

A guided 10 km trail run through bluebell carpeted woods in the Chiltern Hills, meeting in Tring. Groups are led by Run Leaders who offer trail running tips; facilities include a nearby cafe, toilets and bag drop.

A multi-terrain 5 km race at Fineshade Wood on Sunday 26 April 2026 as Race 1 of the Northants 5K Series. The event includes bespoke finish medals, a virtual completion option with posted medals, and ANPR cashless parking.

Enjoy a picturesque 8km loop through the trails and landmarks of Icklesham. This small scale event offers a fully marshalled course with post race tea and cake at the village hall.

Enjoy a flexible 7 hour time challenge along the scenic River Thames in Egham. Run or walk as many laps as you choose to earn a medal and special distance pins at this inclusive midweek event.

Experience a 100 mile point to point trail race following the iconic Thames Path from London to Oxford. This flat and fast course offers a 30 hour time limit through beautiful English riverside scenery and groomed trails.