Trail Running calendar near Colchester 2026-2027

A 5k at Banham Zoo on 9 May 2026 that includes a lap around the zoo and full-day zoo entry. Entry supports conservation, offers a finisher medal and fundraising prizes, with spectator tickets available at set prices.

A marathon in May 2026 marking the 30th edition, organised by Halstead Road Runners on scenic low traffic roads around Halstead Leisure Centre in North Essex. Part of the Essex Road Running Championships with a strong volunteer and charity..

Road marathon and half marathon at Suffolk Running Centre near Bury St Edmunds, using the Kirtling and Windmill routes. Aid stations every 10 km, parking included, cupless policy, bespoke medals and a seven hour marathon cut off.

A fundraising off road 10 km, 5 km and junior run at Milton Creek Country Park on 10 May 2026, supporting the Oliver Fisher Special Care Baby Trust. The event features mapped trail routes, a bespoke medal, prizes and limited free parking.

A self-guided 13-mile run along Letchworth's scenic Greenway trail. This is a run, not a race, due to road crossings. Finishers get a wooden medal and refreshments, with profits supporting a local youth mental health charity.

Explore the beautiful trails of the Chiltern Hills on this 30km guided trail run. The event includes a Run Leader, a checkpoint with snacks, and a finisher's medal. It starts near Tring Station, with easy rail access from London.

Black to the Trails is a vibrant trail running festival designed to boost ethnic diversity in the sport. Run a 1K, 5K, 10K, or Scotch Bonnet 10K on the beautiful trails of Dunstable Downs. Enjoy a day full of activities, food, and music wit..

A point-to-point trail event along the North Essex and South Suffolk coast offering 100 mile, 50 mile and 50 km options with GPS tracking, checkpoint support and mostly soft trail underfoot.

Run through scenic vineyard hills at Denbies Wine Estate in Dorking on 16 May 2026 on a 5.3 km undulating off road loop. Choose as many laps as you like for distances from 5 km up to ultra with flexible start times and limited places.

A measured 10 km cross country run in Priory Park, Reigate on 17 May 2026 with a 250 metre section plus four laps, water stations, first aid and registration on the day. Trophies and a bespoke medal are awarded and the event supports Sport..

Run the scenic loop at Hurtwood Park Polo Club in Cranleigh, Surrey with distances from 5 km to ultra on mostly flat off road trails. Multi lap format and a seven hour time limit suit all paces and every finisher gets a memento.

Celebrate the 43rd edition of the Stort10, a highly-rated trail race in the Essex countryside. Choose between a 10-mile or 5-mile course on farm tracks and woodland trails starting from Cammas Hall Farm. Enjoy the inclusive atmosphere with..

Take on 18 miles of scenic Suffolk countryside from Nowton Park to Clare Castle Country Park, running or walking at your own pace. With a friendly atmosphere, medal for all finishers and support for St Nicholas Hospice, this is a challenge..

A guided 36 mile run along the Boudicca Way from Diss to Norwich Station on 17 May 2026. Led by qualified run leaders, the event is not a race and entry is priced at £35.

An evening event at Chelmsford Brew Co offering a GPX/Strava 10 km trail run or a relaxed hike, with entry including a drink, crisps and a finisher's medal; under 18s are not permitted.

A three day urban orienteering weekend in Canterbury from 22 to 24 May 2026 featuring a Friday prologue, a city race through historic streets, and sprint races on the University of Kent campus.

City-centre orienteering in Canterbury offering 5k and 5 mile individual time trial races with maps and basic navigation guidance, live results, prizes and on-site refreshments.

A Surrey trail running event on 23 May 2026 offering 20K, 41K and 62K routes that all finish at Burys Field, Godalming, with marked courses, regular aid stations and an 11 hour cutoff policy.

This trail marathon takes place over three scenic laps in Richmond Park. The mixed-terrain course features a unique first lap and two shorter laps on the Tamsin trail. Comprehensive facilities, including on-course medical support and aid st..

Run the scenic Angles Way Ultra along the flat Waveney valley from Thetford to Great Yarmouth, with 50 km and 100 km options finishing by the sea. Fully waymarked and timed, cupless with checkpoints and coach transfers, this is a friendly t..