Trail Running calendar near Dorking 2025-2026

The Grantchester Charity Runs, held near Grantchester village outside Cambridge, feature 10k and 3k races through scenic, predominantly flat farmland with no road crossings, ensuring a safe and pleasant course. The volunteer-run event supports Maggie’s Centre Cambridge and Addenbrooke’s Charitable T..

Something to Talk About is a 7-hour technical trail running event held at Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Activity Centre in the scenic New Forest, near Bransgore, Christchurch. The race features a looped course of 3.28 miles through beautiful forest terrain, suitable for all abilities. Participants can choose..

The Nettlestone Road and Trail (RAT) Race is an annual running event held at Nettlestone Primary School in Seaview. The 2025 edition offers participants a choice between a 5-mile or 5km route, both featuring off-road sections and a scenic run along the Seaview seafront with views of the Solent. The..

The Rayne QTR event, organized by Mid Essex Casuals, offers a self-navigation trail run of either 6.56 miles or 3.6 miles. Taking place on September 28, 2025, from The Swan Pub in Rayne, Essex, the course is mainly off-road, featuring footpaths, tracks, and field edges with some short road sections...

The Harbour Wallbanger is a unique running event held on the beach at Broadstairs, Kent, starting at low tide and running to Ramsgate where participants "bang the Harbour Wall" before returning. Suitable for both beginners and experienced runners, the race offers a friendly, fun atmosphere along a s..

Race on the Chase is an annual trail running event held at Salisbury Racecourse, just 3 miles from Salisbury city centre. Celebrating its seventh anniversary in 2025, the race offers marathon, half marathon, and 10k distances, all featuring undulating downland terrain with historic ancient tracks, g..

The London Ecotrail 25 Km is an exciting running event that takes participants through the scenic landscapes of Epping Forest. This eco-friendly trail run emphasizes sustainability and encourages runners to enjoy the natural beauty of the area while promoting environmental awareness. The event is de..

The Guided 50k Ultramarathon in New Alresford, Hampshire, offers participants a scenic running experience through beautiful trails, including sections of the Watercress Way and Oxdrove Way. This event is designed for those who have completed at least a 20-mile run in the past year and will be conduc..

The Guided 15 Mile Run in New Alresford, Hampshire, offers a scenic experience for runners looking to tackle the first loop of a 50k event. Participants can enjoy the beautiful trails of the Watercress Way and Oxdrove Way, starting and finishing in the charming market town of Alresford. This relaxed..

The Run to the Sea Bournemouth Ultramarathon is a scenic 50km point-to-point race held from Moors Valley Country Park to Hengistbury Head in Bournemouth. The course features a mix of flat, multi-terrain paths including forest trails and coastal seafront routes, making it ideal for both beginners and..

Run to the Sea Bournemouth is a 50km ultramarathon featuring a flat, scenic, and well-organized point-to-point course from Moors Valley Country Park to Hengistbury Head. The route includes diverse terrain such as forest trails, the Castleman Trailway, and coastal paths along Bournemouth’s stunning s..

The London Epping Forest 50 Km will take place in London on Saturday 4 October 2025. You can run 50 kilometers.

Bolt Round the Holt is a trail running event held at Alice Holt Forest in Hampshire, featuring distances of a half marathon, 10k, 5k, and a junior run. The race takes place on undulating forest trails with picturesque, sun-dappled scenery, offering a friendly and family-oriented atmosphere. The cour..

The Burnham on Crouch 10K is an exciting running event organized by the Rotary Club of Burnham-on-Crouch and Dengie Hundred, scheduled for October 5, 2025. Participants will enjoy a scenic, flat, single-lap course that features coastal paths along the Dengie peninsula and trails through open country..

Run Layer 5 2025 is a community-focused running event held in Layer de la Haye, Colchester, Essex. The event features a 5-mile out-and-back multi-terrain course through the scenic North Essex countryside, showcasing the village's beautiful landscapes. A children's 1-mile fun run is also available.Th..

The Dovedale Dash is a renowned 4 3/4 mile cross country race held near the village of Thorpe, close to Ashbourne in the Derbyshire Peak District. The course traverses mainly field paths and open ground through the scenic valleys of the rivers Dove and Manifold. A highlight of the race is the iconic..

Steeple Barton Chase is an annual fun running event held at Barton Abbey in Steeple Barton, Oxfordshire, located between Oxford and Banbury. The event features undulating courses combining on- and off-road terrain, offering a 10K main race and a 5K run for less intense competition. Additionally, the..

The Thames Meander Autumn is a scenic riverside running event held in Richmond, starting from the Petersham & Ham Sea Scouts HQ. It features three flat, fast, and well-marked out-and-back trail routes along the Thames Path: a 10km, a half marathon (13.1 miles), and a marathon (two half marathon loop..

The Rushmoor Wellesley 10k is a community-organized running event held near Aldershot, Hampshire, starting and finishing at the Military Athletics Stadium. The race features a very flat course primarily along Wellesley Woodlands footpaths and the Basingstoke Canal towpaths, offering scenic views ide..

The HAVOC Twilight Series 2025 No.3 in Brentwood is a midweek street orienteering event featuring a spiral score course through local streets, parks, and woods. Participants choose between two time limits: a 60-minute long course or a 40-minute short course, aiming to visit as many controls as possi..