Trail Running calendar near Cotswold District 2025-2026

RunThrough UK invites runners to the Cannock Chase Running Festival at Birches Valley, a scenic forest course offering half marathon, 10K, 5K and junior races. Expect chip timed results, themed medals and a lively event village.

Tackle rolling climbs and sweeping Chiltern views at the Frieth Hilly 10 km and 5 km Run, set on mixed woodland paths and country roads. Expect a scenic but challenging route between Frieth and neighbouring villages.

Take on Autumn 100, a scenic 100 mile trail challenge around Goring and Streatley along the Ridgeway and Thames Path. Four 25 mile out and back spurs, 28 hour cutoff and a field limited to 250 starters make for a classic long distance test.

Blaze the Biblins is a lively 6 miles trail race through ancient woodland, riverside paths and historic ironworks, featuring climbs and technical single track. Enjoy prizes, a memento and post race tea and cake; entries are limited.

Creepy Crawl on 21 October 2026 at Pengethley Manor offers 5k to ultra distances on a challenging off road loop through hills and two vineyards. Ideal for runners and walkers craving a scenic, gritty test of endurance.

Take on the Thames Trail Ultra, a scenic 47 mile point to point along the Thames Path from Iffley to Henley on Thames. Mostly riverside trails and country paths, this supported ultramarathon pairs stunning views with a rewarding challenge.

The Dorset Hillfort Ultra will take place in Maiden Newton on Sunday 1 November 2026. You can run 36 miles.

The Wendover Woods Marathon will take place in Chivery on Sunday 1 November 2026. You can run between 10 and 42 kilometers.

Join the Maverick Original Oxfordshire at Stonor Park for a scenic off road challenge near Henley on Thames. Choose from 7 km, 11 km or 22 km routes across rolling trails and ancient woodlands for a fun and wild day out.

The Saturn Running - Egham will take place in Egham on Saturday 7 November 2026. You can run between 7 and 50 kilometers.

Join the Windsor Trail Run on Sunday 8 November 2026 in Alexandra Gardens, Windsor for 10K and half marathon off road routes through royal Berkshire. Chip timed races, friendly marshals, an event village and tasty post race goodies await.

Explore ancient woodland and open heath in the New Forest with 10 km, 17 km or 22 km trail options. Enjoy waymarked gravel paths, on course support and a finisher medal, and note water stations are plastic free so bring a reusable cup.

Take in coastal views on the Bournemouth Coastal TEN at Hengistbury Head, with 10mi and 10km traffic free routes along the seafront and Boscombe Pier. Enjoy chip timing, a finisher medal and post race refreshments.

Join a guided 10km trail run around the scenic Devil's Punchbowl in Hindhead, with climbs and a summit pause to soak up the view. Enjoy sunset sessions or headtorch night runs led by an experienced trail coach in a friendly group.

Join a guided 30 mile group trail run from Haslemere led by an experienced ultra coach, through ancient woods, heath and valleys with views from the Temple of the Winds to the South Downs. Suitable for trained runners; tickets sold out.

Test your trail legs on Box Hill Vertical KM, a guided 12.5 mile run near Dorking that crams 1000 metres of ascent into a scenic but technical route. Run as a group through woodland, heathland and open fields with kit support and shoe trial..

Take on the Nightmare Before Xmas Trail ½ Marathon on 19 December 2026 at Bridgend for a festive, muddy trail challenge with technical climbs and scenic road sections. Limited to 70 places, with a bespoke medal, mince pies and prizes for be..

The Birmingham Black Country Half Marathon is a running event held in the Black Country region near Birmingham. Organized by StuWeb Events Ltd., the race covers the half marathon distance of 13.1 miles. While specific details about the cour..