Trail Running calendar near Dunstable Downs 2026-2027

Enjoy scenic Gatton Park trails with canicross and trail options over 5K and 10K, with medals and dog treats. Chip timed races, onsite parking and post race goodies make for a fun winter run with your canine companion.

Guided 10 km trail runs at Thursley National Nature Reserve in Surrey on 25 February 2026 and 7 July 2026. Flat group routes include a boardwalk section, headtorches for night runs and a car park; cost £16 per person.

G3 no.3 is a running event at Newlands Corner, Guildford on 28 February 2026 offering 10 km and 15 km distances with paid entry and entries closing on 26 February.

Guided 30 mile trail run from Harting Down along the South Downs Way, visiting Beacon Hill, Cocking Down and Kingley Vale. Presented as suitable for first time ultra runners, run at a group pace with practical support and route guidance.

Chocothon is a friendly timed lap on a flat 5.3 km riverside towpath, letting you complete as many laps as you can within a seven hour window. Distances from 5 km to ultra, medals and aid stations make it perfect for all abilities.

Trail races from Brixworth Country Park around Pitsford Water, offering a 10k and a half marathon that visits nearby villages. The event is fully marked with water stations, first aid cover and prizes for top finishers.

A circular half marathon through Thetford Forest on mixed trail surfaces, with manual timing, finisher medals and podium trophies. The race is cupless with refill stations and has a 3.5 hour cut off.

Tackle undulating trails, muddy paths and a shallow stream crossing on an adventurous six mile route at Baggeridge Country Park. Join the Action Heart Tuff Un on 1 March 2026 to test yourself and support a West Midlands cardiac charity.

Run the Windsor & Eton 10km on 1 March 2026 for a scenic multi terrain route from Windsor & Eton Brewery along the Thames and Jubilee River. Finishers get a pint cup, medal and free race photos to celebrate your run.

A seven mile self-navigation trail at Waldegraves Holiday Park on 01 Mar 2026. Entry is limited to 150 runners; fees include a £4 bar voucher and results will be posted on essextrailevents.com.

A guided *10 km* trail run from Silent Pool near Guildford, using North Downs Way and Netley Heath paths, led by a qualified guide. Group-paced, two 2026 dates, £16 entry and car parking at the meeting point.

A trail championship at Matterley Basin near Winchester on 4 March 2026, offering 10 km and 20 km races run on 5 km laps with mass starts and on-course water stations.

A one-day event in the Chiltern Hills offering 10 km, 25 km and 50 km routes with marked trails, checkpoints and full medical support, raising funds for Humanity Direct's medical work for children.

Trail-running events at Harrold Odell Country Park offering 25 km and 50 km routes through woodland and countryside, with marked courses, aid stations and marshals; finishers receive medals and goodies.

Brutal at Chawton on Saturday 7 March takes you through Brick Kiln Farm and Chawton Forest, with mud, water, steep hills and technical trails for a true off road test. Canicross waves welcome dogs for a wild, fun run together.

Run scenic laps along the Thames towpath in Walton on Thames at the Ladybird Run, on flat off road trails with timed entries or a one hour rock up and run start window. Pick 5 km to ultra distances and complete as many laps as you like with..

The Berko 10km will take place in Berkhamsted on Saturday 7 March 2026. You can run 10 kilometers.

A 13.1 mile out and back trail from Dorking to Leith Hill Tower with about 1,800 feet of ascent, four water stations and marshals on course. Entry includes a reusable medal, race number, beer and a cooked breakfast, with profits donated loc..

Two mapped routes from Wellingborough through Northamptonshire countryside with checkpoint snacks, drinks and a finish meal included. Route descriptions must be downloaded in advance and under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.

Riverside races from Small Profit Dock Gardens in Barnes along the Thames Path to Petersham. Offers 10km, half marathon and marathon out and back courses with marked routes, stocked checkpoints and KLP medical support.