Trail Running calendar near Dover 2026-2027

An 80 mile winter ultramarathon on 5 December 2026 across Essex, Suffolk and Norfolk with mandatory kit requirements, checkpoint cut-offs and live tracking via Open Tracking. Entry pricing is tiered with limited discounted places.

A single loop of 55 miles on South Downs trails starting and finishing at Plumpton Racecourse, with about 7,000 ft of climb and seven aid stations. Entry requires a marathon qualifier and winter trail running experience.

The L'Enfer d'Artois will take place in Ablain-Saint-Nazaire on Saturday 5 December 2026. You can run 9 kilometers.

Experience an ultramarathon through the Surrey Hills starting from Dorking. Run over Leith Hill and Pitch Hill on a signed 50 km trail route that qualifies for the UTMB index.

The Mince Pie 10 will take place in Peacehaven on Sunday 6 December 2026. You can run 10 miles.

A single stage 200 mile trail run around the South of England from Juniper Hall, held 9 to 13 December 2026. Runners have 96 hours, live tracking is provided, and three major aid stations offer crew access, food and sleeping facilities.

Join the Christmas Jumper Friday Run on 11 December in Walton on Thames for a relaxed rock up and run along the riverside towpath. Pick 5k to ultra, run laps within a 7 hour window and earn a bespoke finisher medal.

A festive-themed half trail marathon on a well marked 13.1 mile route through woodland, meadows and quiet lanes in Mid-Suffolk, with on-course water refill, professional photography and trophies for the top three men and women.

A festive cross country event in Pett, East Sussex on 19 December 2026 with a five mile loop, a two mile fun run and a junior scurry. The race supports Shelter and includes medals, photos and prizes for fancy dress.

A dawn to dusk winter trail challenge at Box Hill, Dorking on 19 December 2026. Runners complete 10 mile loops with about 2,400 ft climb per lap and may stop after any full loop; entry includes insurance and aid stations.

The Natuurloop Zonnebeke will take place in Zonnebeke from Saturday 19 December 2026 to Sunday 20 December 2026. You can run between 10 and 45 kilometers.

A 50 km winter trail event on the North Downs Way from Detling to Wye with about 1,000 m of ascent, three checkpoints and mandatory kit checks. The route passes Boxley Warren, Thurnham Castle, Lenham Cross and the Wye Downs.

A cupless charity run across vineyard trails at Rathfinny Wine Estate, featuring two 5 km loops, limited to 75 local runners; part of each entry fee supports the WOLO Foundation and basic facilities are provided at Race HQ.

Winter Runderland in Walton on Thames is a timed lap event on a 5.3 km riverside towpath course. Runners may select distances from 5 km up to ultra, and a lower-cost no-medal entry option is available.

A New Year trail race at Box Hill with an exact 10.000 km route, 473 m of ascent and rough tracks offering steep sections and wide views. Registration and parking are at Denbies Vineyard and headphones are not permitted.

Experience a winter trail adventure at the Penshurst Village Cross Country Run. Participants can choose between a standard five mile cross country course or a five mile cani cross run through scenic local landscapes.

The Doughnut Dash is a flexible-distance run along a flat Thames riverside trail. Participants can run from a single lap to ultra marathon distances while enjoying doughnuts. All finishers receive a custom, neon-colored medal.

The Benfleet 15 will take place in Hadleigh, Benfleet on Sunday 17 January 2027. You can run 15 miles.

The Ashdown Forest 10 Mile will take place in Wych Cross on Sunday 31 January 2027. You can run between 5 and 10 miles.

A winter trail run through medieval Lavenham along the old disused railway, covering a 10 km mixed terrain route with footpaths, forest trails and shallow streams. Manual timing, medals for all finishers and podium trophies for top places.