Trail Running calendar near Cowley 2026-2027

Choose from 5 km, 10 km, half marathon or marathon at the scenic Chasewater Country Park on 28 June 2026. Flat 5 km laps, friendly aid stations, finisher medal and a cheeky Snickers make this a fun day out.

Run from 3 Brewers Brewery through Hertfordshire countryside on a mostly off road 10 km or 5 km course featuring trails, woodland and farm tracks. Finish with a medal, a pint and live jazz while supporting local charity Earthworks.

Hit the South Downs for the Housedean Half and 10K, a scenic trail with sweeping views over Lewes and countryside. Well supported with water stations, chip timing and on site camping, it is ideal for runners seeking peaceful country miles.

A point to point 50K trail ultramarathon along the Hangers Way from Alice Holt Country Park to Queen Elizabeth Country Park, with fully signed trails, mandatory fluid carry and an option to take coach transport to the start.

Guided 10 km trail run around the Devil's Punchbowl in Hindhead, with summer sunset runs and headtorch group night runs in darker months. Social pace, great views and the chance to try trail gear.

Run the full 82 mile Essex Way from Epping tube to Harwich lighthouse over challenging trails and country lanes. Enjoy supported checkpoints, GPS tracking and a 24 hour finish window for an epic route across Essex.

Run along the scenic River Thames in a 7 hour timed event and choose your challenge from 3 km up to marathon, 50 km or ultra. Flat, well signed loops, aid stations and finisher medals with vegan goody bag options make this a welcoming day f..

A point to point canal towpath race from Wolverhampton to Brindley Place in Birmingham, slightly longer than a half marathon. The course features a 360 metre tunnel, floating drink stations and chip timing for seeded waves of runners.

A 30 mile ultra marathon based in Abergavenny with about 5,446 ft of elevation, mostly on trail and including a climb over the Sugar Loaf. The route has three fully stocked checkpoints and downloadable maps on plotaroute.com.

A multi-distance trail running event on 4 July 2026 around the South Downs, based at Petersfield Rugby Club. Distances range from 10 km to 100 km, with coach transport included and camping plus food available.

A chip timed multi terrain event in Willingham, Cambridgeshire offering a 10 km route and a 4 mile option on flat country roads, footpaths and bridleways. Walkers can enter without timing and proceeds support local charities.

A 21.1 km off road half marathon along The Ridgeway between Coombe Hill and Whiteleaf Hill, featuring 526 m of ascent, two on route aid station visits and full course marking near Wendover on 5 July 2026.

Run the Bishop's Stortford Mitre on 5 July with traffic free 10K and 5K through East Herts villages and a free 1K for under 11s. All finishers get a free tee or can choose to have a tree planted to support new school sports facilities.

Choose a half marathon or 10k through the rolling forest trails of Cannock Chase, featuring challenging hills and scenic views. Organised by Nice Work on 5 July 2026, the event includes on site parking, a bespoke medal, free photos and priz..

Guided 10 km trail runs at Thursley National Nature Reserve with summer sunset and winter night sessions, flat terrain and a section on the boardwalk. Group paced, non competitive runs with headtorch provision and a kit list supplied.

A multi terrain 5 km race at Fermyn Woods Country Park on Wednesday 8 July, part of the Northants 5K Series. All finishers receive a bespoke medal and a virtual entry option is available for those who cannot attend in person.

Run the Summer 10K at lovely Coombe Abbey Park, Coventry on 10 July 2026, a two lap trail through woodland and meadow with varied surfaces and plenty of character. Open to ages 16 and over and offering charity and eco token options.

A 57 mile point-to-point ultramarathon along the River Severn from Travelodge Worcester to Travelodge Stonehouse, with four checkpoints offering vegan and gluten free options, mandatory kit checks, and a bespoke finisher medal and head viso..

Tackle the rugged Black Mountains from Longtown, Herefordshire with routes from 13 miles up to a challenging 50 mile ultra. Self navigated trails, solid on course support and spectacular upland views promise a true trail running adventure.

A multi distance trail event on the Ridgeway on 11 to 12 July 2026, finishing at the Avebury Standing Stones. It offers 50 km and 100 km options with signposted runnable trails, multiple pitstops and basecamp support including hot food and..