Trail Running calendar near Colchester 2026-2027

Explore the ancient woodlands and chalky ridges of the Chiltern Hills with five trail distances ranging from 8km to a 50km ultra. Enjoy a plastic free racing experience starting from the historic market town of Princes Risborough.

Explore the scenic Mid Suffolk countryside on this undulating event following the River Rat. Choose from distances of 13.5, 23, or 31.5 miles featuring historic churches and full checkpoint support.

Enjoy a flexible timed running event along the flat River Thames towpath. Choose your distance from 5km to an ultra marathon and earn a bespoke spinning medal on this fast riverside course.

Join a guided 10km trail running adventure through the scenic Chiltern Hills. Led by experienced guides, this morning run includes trail techniques and local history with a finish at a local farm cafe.

MacTuffX Peterborough offers a unique interval based competition for adults. Choose between solo, doubles, or relay formats featuring 400m and 800m repetitions for a focused fitness test.

Join this multi-distance trail event at Bawsey Country Park featuring distances from 5k to Ultra Marathon. Enjoy a lap-based course with straightforward logistics and a finishers medal for all participants.

Ultra:5K challenges runners at Box End Park in Kempston. The format requires running a 5K on the hour, either five times or three times. The fastest total time across all the runs wins.

Experience a guided 18 mile trail run through the history of Kett’s Rebellion. Follow the scenic Kett’s Country Long Distance Trail from Wymondham to Cringleford while learning about local nature and heritage.

Experience a hilly seven mile trail race or a free junior run through the landscapes of Knole Park in Kent. Enjoy a community atmosphere with bespoke medals and proceeds supporting The Running Charity.

Evening trail running at Wendover Woods on 18 July 2026 supporting the Chilterns Neuro Centre. Options include 10K 5K and an accessible 1.5K loop on fully marked woodland trails.

Test your endurance at this 24 hour trail event on the scenic Shotley peninsula. Run solo or in teams on a 4.3 mile coastal loop with inclusive camping and a supportive community atmosphere.

Experience a unique festival of running at Blackland Farm with 12 and 24 hour solo endurance challenges. Explore a scenic 1 mile off road loop featuring woodland trails and inclusive camping for a complete weekend experience.

Experience scenic trail running through the Winwick Hall Estate with distances for the whole family. Support the Bruce Green Foundation while tackling marked routes across hills and country paths.

Enjoy a flat and fast chip timed 10k race through Highfield Park and along the scenic Alban Way. This family friendly event features live music, a fun run, and a buzzing event village in St Albans.

Experience a rewarding trail run through Ashdown Forest featuring hard packed paths and 1568ft of elevation. Choose between 5 or 10 miles and enjoy spectacular views across The Downs.

Set your own distance goal in this 6-hour trail running challenge. Runners complete as many 5K loops as they can on a scenic, 95% off-road course. Every finisher receives a medal.

Experience a multi loop cross country run through the scenic Surrey Hills on the tracks around Holmbury Hill. Choose between a half marathon or a ten mile distance and earn a bespoke medal at this well marshalled event.

Day 1 of the Great Barrow Challenge at Suffolk Running Centre offers 5k to ultra distances on flat to undulating trail routes with parking, daily bespoke medals and a cupless water policy.

Enjoy a 10k trail run through Chelmsford featuring a unique brewery checkpoint. This non competitive event includes mid race and finishers drinks along with a commemorative medal for all participants.

Enjoy a flexible seven hour timed challenge along the scenic River Thames in Egham. Run as many laps as you choose to earn themed medals and distance pins on a flat and fully signed course.