Trail Running calendar near Colchester 2025-2026

Dirt Run is a trail running series across two rounds in Northamptonshire at Irchester in January and Brigstock in February. Tackle mixed trails and a notable hill, pick short or longer distances and earn a unique finisher medal.

Take on a three hour trail challenge from Holmbury St Mary and complete as many 5 km laps as you can across scenic Surrey Hills trails and the climb to Holmbury Hill. Entry includes a bowl of chilli or curry and a headtorch is required.

Join OMG One Mile 2 Go at Bawsey Country Park for timed undulating trail fun across distances from 5k to ultra, all on scenic sand, gravel and grass loops. Small field, parking included and virtual entries available for medal seekers.

Tackle a wet and hilly trail at Bagshot on Saturday 24 January 2026, with splashy puddles and twisting climbs to test you. Choose a single lap 5 km or two lap 10 km for a muddy, adventurous winter race.

Tackle scenic, eco friendly trail races through Ashdown Forest at Pippingford Park, with 10 and 5 mile options over rolling, hilly trails. Enjoy forest views, supportive volunteers, bespoke medals and cash prizes for top finishers.

Run a scenic, flat trail through Alexandra Gardens near Windsor Castle with 10K and half marathon options. Chip timed, marshalled and offering free photos, post race goodies and a tech tee deal.

Join the G3 Series on Saturday 31 January 2026 for scenic 15 km and 10 km runs near Hound House Road in Surrey. Friendly, well signed courses and easy parking make this a perfect winter tune up for runners of all paces.

Run the Lavenham Old Railway 10k, a scenic course through countryside, woodland and the old railway line. Medal for all finishers and podium trophies for top places; cupless event with water refills.

The Peddars Way Ultra Marathon is a 48-mile ultramarathon held in Suffolk and Norfolk, England. The route follows the historic Peddars Way, an ancient pre-Roman trading path and Roman road, starting at Knettishall Heath Nature Reserve and f..

Run through Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest on beautiful undulating multi terrain trails with 10 Mile, 5 Mile and junior options. Expect mud, a bespoke medal, free photos and trophies for top finishers.

The Cold Norton Charity Winter 10K & Half Marathon Trail Event is a winter charity trail run in Essex, raising funds for Farleigh Hospice. Held at Charity Farm, Crows Lane, Woodham Ferrers, it offers 10K and 13.1-mile routes run mainly on g..

Enjoy a scenic 10 mile route through parkland, riverside paths and woods in North Milton Keynes, including the quirky Cattle Creep tunnel. Canicross friendly, one lap with on the day race pack pickup and finish line goodies.

Enjoy a 5k canicross at Irchester Country Park on Sunday 8 February 2026, running with your dog through scenic woodland trails. Experts will support first time runners and every finisher gets a medal and treats for their dog.

Take on a scenic trail marathon or half along traffic free Marriott's Way with Boghopper Races, finishing in Aylsham. Limited to 400 runners, generous time limits and part of your entry supports East Anglian Air Ambulance.

The 'Rayne'ing Medals Anniversary Challenge is a running event celebrating six years of Hare & Tortoise Running, taking place on The Flitch Way in Rayne. Participants can choose from five entry options, including a marathon, 6-hour timed ev..

Take on the scenic St Peters Way Ultra, a 42 mile trail from Chipping Ongar to the atmospheric Chapel of St Peter on the Wall. Expect rolling trails, sticky mud and a dramatic sea wall finish while supporting the chapel.

Take on the Hadleigh Legacy 10k at Hadleigh Country Park on 22 Feb 2026, a single lap off road trail with hills, mud and lovely views. Enjoy race photos, a bespoke medal and prizes for top finishers.

Run through the pines at Thetford Festival of Running on 22 February 2026 at High Lodge, Thetford Forest, with distances from 5k to ultra for all paces. Enjoy scenic loops, forest trails and post race cake while supporting woodland care.

Enjoy a crisp Winter Trail Run through Gatton Park with a scenic 5K loop or a 10K double lap, plus a Canicross race for runners with dogs. Fast, friendly and compact, the event includes a finish medal, refreshments and prebookable parking w..

Tackle the scenic North Downs Ridge 50k on 22 February 2026, a demanding trail ultra starting and finishing at Denbies Wine Estate near Dorking. Follow the North Downs Way through Newlands Corner, Albury Downs and Norbury Park with UTMB per..