Trail Running calendar near Colchester 2026-2027

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.

Experience a guided 10km trail run through the bluebell woods of the Chiltern Hills. Join expert local guides for a morning of supported running through nature reserves starting from the heart of Tring.

Experience a 5K multi terrain run through the picturesque Fineshade Wood. This new series venue offers a woodland course for all abilities with bespoke finishers medals and on site facilities for runners and spectators.

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.

Experience a guided 30 mile group run through the Surrey Hills featuring the North Downs Way and the Greensand Way. This non competitive ultra includes summits like Leith Hill and expert coaching throughout the journey.

Experience a unique three day event through West Sussex featuring 10 mile and 10k races that combine to form a full marathon. This bank holiday weekend also offers family fun runs and chip timed mile races for all ages.

Experience the scenic trails and woodland paths of Hampstead Heath in this annual charity event featuring chip timed races and a community fun run with views of the London skyline.

Experience a guided group trail run through the Surrey Hills designed to reach 1000m of elevation. This non competitive 12.5 mile journey features technical climbs and woodland trails led by an experienced mountain leader.

Take on a coastal adventure with sandy trails and undulations in the Heritage Coast Run. Choose between a 10k or half marathon, both sharing a scenic, mostly off-road route. There's even a special 10k category for runners with dogs.

Enjoy a guided 5km trail run through the Chiltern Hills followed by a specialized movement class. This event includes expert run leaders, trail technique instruction, and basic facilities at Church Farm Cafe.

Take on the Freddo Mercury Rhapsody Run along a flat riverside towpath at Xcel SPORTS HUB, logging as many 5.3 km laps as you can within a relaxed 7 hour limit. Rock up in a 1.5 hour start window or request a time, with aid stations and opt..

Kick off the championship series with this 15k spring trail run in Boreham. Enjoy a scenic route consisting of 95% off road paths through footpaths and bridleways with on site amenities and optional swim access.

The Chiltern Hills 100K is a 100-kilometre ultra marathon on 9 May 2026, traversing a scenic loop of trails through the Chiltern Hills with 1800m of elevation. This UTMB World Series Index Race offers fully marked routes, six stocked aid st..

Experience a scenic 50 km point to point ultramarathon from Horsham to the Brighton seafront. This multi terrain course traverses the South Downs and offers a fully supported journey with a bespoke finisher medal.

Experience the inaugural Holy Trail Running Festival in Suffolk featuring 50 mile, 50 km, and trail marathon distances. Enjoy scenic trails finishing at Nicholas Everitt Park with full support and GPS tracking included.

Experience a weekend of trail running at the picturesque Deene Park Estate featuring multiple challenges including a 10k evening run and a hilly half marathon. Tackle individual races or take on the full 56.1k quest.

Experience a unique 5 km obstacle run in Guildford featuring a wide variety of large inflatable structures. This event provides a fun and bouncy course for individuals and teams looking for an active day in Surrey.