Trail Running calendar near Cotswold District 2026-2027

Explore the scenic parish of Deddington on a 5k, 10k, or 20k run through local farmland. This community event supports local schools and the Firefighters Charity while welcoming runners of all abilities.

This 10K trail race starts and finishes on Cocklemoor in Langport, taking runners across mixed terrain paths through the Somerset Levels and countryside. It follows UK Athletics rules and is open to participants aged 17 and over.

The Ridge Off Roader is a trail run through the scenic Chiltern Hills. It offers a half marathon and a 10k route, plus a fun 1k for kids. All proceeds support the local school.

A point to point race of about 5 miles along river paths and the canal towpath on 17 May 2026, organised by Maldwyn Harriers. The course finishes at Abermule Community Centre and includes refreshments and awards.

Held at Blenheim Palace on 17 May 2026, the event offers a 7k (7.4k) lakeside route, a separate dog race, a 4-mile buggy and wheelchair route, and a 1-mile junior run.

A 5 km obstacle course at Stanborough Park on 17 May 2026 featuring mud, climbs and slides, run in staggered waves. Participants must be 13 or older and a minimum fundraising target applies.

Dragon's Eye Race 1 2026 at Hurtwood Park Estate offers looped off road laps over mostly flat trails with a seven hour time limit. Participants can run from 5 km up to ultra distance and receive a bespoke finishers' medal.

An off road 10 km trail run around Barbury Castle near Wroughton, with tracks, hills and ridge top views. The event raises funds for the Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity and is currently full with a waiting list.

A short, hilly 5.3 km race in All Stretton on 20 May 2026 with registration at the Yew Tree Inn. The event includes junior races, supports local charities, and forms part of the Shropshire Summer Series.

Trail 5k and new 10k at Dunkertons Park lead through fields and woodlands to elevated viewpoints. Prizes are awarded for top three men and women and refreshments are provided at the race HQ.

A long distance trail challenge from Richmond upon Thames to the Brighton coast with routes from 100 km to shorter distances. The event features marked trails, GPS tracking, staffed rest stops with food and medical support and camping optio..

A point to point trail run in Surrey on 23 May 2026 offering 62K, 41K, 20K and relay options. The event finishes in Godalming with a race village, timed results, medals and free race photos.

A non-stop **145 mile** towpath race from Birmingham to Little Venice, London, run under UK Athletics rules. Entry is for runners aged 20 plus, limited to 100 starters, with a 45 hour overall cut off and support options for unsupported runn..

Run a flexible distance along Winchester's scenic Itchen Way. Choose your laps from 2.62 miles up to an ultra within a 7-hour window, with a famous aid station and a finisher's medal for all.

A Backyard Ultra at the Lower Red Lion where runners complete a 4.167 mile loop every hour until one remains. Individual entries only, limited to 90, with part of the entry fee donated to local charity Youth Talk.

A 26.2 mile trail marathon near Bridgend on 23 May 2026 with mixed terrain, quarry and forestry sections, five feed stations and a GPX route. Entry was limited to 60 participants aged 18 or over.

A muddy 5k obstacle event at Clapham Common with climbs, crawls and slides, wave starts and a minimum age of 13. The event lists facilities such as toilets and refreshments and carries a fundraising target of £50.

A trail marathon in Richmond Park covering 26.2 miles over three laps with start and finish near Sheen Gate. The route is waymarked and supported by drink stations, chip timing, medical cover, marshals and a baggage area.

A trail run and walk through Ealing's parks, greenways and blueways offering 25k and 50k routes. Organised by the charity We Run Ealing, the event starts at Boston Manor Park, finishes at Dicken's Yard, and includes a medal.

Trail half marathon and 10K at Taunton Rugby Club on 24 May 2026, held on largely flat waymarked trails by local waterways. Chip timed event with feed stations, medical cover, event photography and wooden finisher medals.