Trail Running calendar near Cowley 2025-2026

Tackle the MTC Thames Challenge, a four day 184 mile ultra from the Cotswolds to the Thames Barrier, 6 to 9 August 2026. Cover four scenic stages on the Thames Path, earn UTMB points and collect a bespoke medal each day.

Run a scenic 57 mile point to point ultramarathon along the Thames Path through the Cotswolds, finishing in Oxford. All finishers receive a bespoke medal and MTC head visor, with trophies for winners and a charity entry option.

Run 49 miles from Oxford to Henley along the Thames Path, enjoying a scenic riverside course with friendly checkpoints. All finishers get a bespoke medal and choice of technical shirt, mug or hat, with trophies for top male and female finis..

Scenic 7 hour timed run along the River Thames on 7 Aug 2026 lets you choose any distance from 3 km to ultra. Finishers get medals and distance pins, with aid stations, cafe and vegan goody bags.

Take on the MTC Windsor Ultra, a 47 mile point to point run along the scenic River Thames from Henley to Kingston. Enjoy riverside views, staffed checkpoints and a bespoke finisher medal plus a technical shirt, mug or hat and charity option..

Tackle ATW Odyssey12 at Riverside Park, St Neots, a multi terrain lap event where solo runners, pairs or teams rack up 5.3 km laps against the clock. Enjoy festival vibes with live music, food, kids activities and an Odyssey medal for finis..

Take on the North Downs Way 100, a continuous 103 miles from Farnham to Ashford with 11,000 ft of climb and a 30 hour cutoff. Mostly trail, marked route and stocked aid stations lead to a memorable finish at Julie Rose Stadium.

Run the Stour Valley Path on 8 August 2026, choosing a scenic point to point 100k or 50k with UTMB Index points up for grabs. Mostly trail through rolling countryside with friendly aid stations and a medal and shirt for finishers.

Run the Mendip Marauder, a scenic but hilly trail on the Mendip Way with 30 or 50 mile options that traverse Ebbor Gorge, Cheddar and woodlands before a memorable finish on Uphill Sands Beach. Well marked trails and staffed aid stations sup..

Join the Ramsbury Gold 10km at Ramsbury Brewery on 9 August for a scenic multi terrain trail run through woodland and footpaths, with a canicross option. Finishers get a medal, a pint cup and a free drink while supporting Brighter Futures.

Join Saturn Too Midweek Medal Madness on 14 August 2026 for a seven hour timed challenge along the Thames with distances from 3 km to ultramarathon. Finish 3 km to earn a medal and goody bag with drink stops on course.

Run the Foxton Hound Ultra from Winwick Hall near Market Harborough along parts of the Harborough Round through scenic Northamptonshire and Leicestershire. Choose 50 km or 100 km of varied trail with navigation challenges and iconic sights.

The Black Bull 15 is a charity trail run held near the Black Bull pub in Chelmsford. It offers two distances: a 15-mile trail route and a 15km option for shorter, faster runs, jogs or walks. The course uses varied trail surfaces through par..

Experience the Two Tunnels in Bath, a unique run through two lit, surfaced railway tunnels and rolling paths. Options span short Colourburst runs up to marathon and 50 km distances, with proceeds supporting Sustrans.

Run a scenic off road half marathon along riverbank and a disused railway with flint paths and stiles, starting and finishing at Henfield Leisure Centre. Enjoy race day treats and a finisher medal for all.

Run the Southampton Running Festival on 16 August 2026 at Southampton Common with 5K, 10K, half marathon and junior races. Scenic laps through woodland, ponds and parkland, plus an event village and a focus on sustainability.

Summer Green Man Ultra offers scenic self navigated 45 or 30 mile loops around Bristol's Community Forest Path with checkpoints and a shared finish at Ashton Park School. Competitor tracking and finisher medals make it extra rewarding.

Run through Alexandra Gardens with views of Windsor Castle at the Windsor Trail Run on 30 August 2026. Choose a 10K or half marathon, enjoy chip timing, free race photos and a lively event village.

Join the Plum 10k on 30 August 2026 in Pershore, Worcestershire, hosted by Pershore Plum Plodders. Enjoy a scenic 10 km through local countryside with friendly club support and a welcoming atmosphere for runners of all abilities.

Muntjac 15 links five woodlands via hilly single track and forest paths for a scenic but testing trail run. Join fellow runners on 30 August 2026 for a memorable off road challenge.