Trail Running calendar near Dunstable Downs 2026-2027

Event Overview The Windsor 50 Ultra Challenge is a walking and trail running event taking place on Saturday 18 April 2026 at Windsor Racecourse. It offers three distances on looped routes: 50 km, 25 km, and 10 km. Participants can walk, jog..

Race Overview The Chiltern Ridge Classic 50K is an ultra marathon traversing the ridgeline trails of the Chiltern Hills between Ivinghoe Beacon and Whiteleaf Hill. The race is a UTMB World Series Index Race. The current route is slightly lo..

A guided 18 mile trail run across the Malvern Hills meeting at North Quarry Car Park in Great Malvern on Saturday 18 April 2026. The route visits ridge summits with over 1300 m of ascent and returns via hillside and woodland trails.

The Spring Trail Series takes runners on the scenic Serpent Trail through the South Downs National Park. With five distances from 12km to 110km, all races start and finish at the same accessible location at Cowdray Estate. The event offers..

The inaugural Essex County Fell Championships features a new 10km course with 450m of climb. This open-entry fell race offers county prizes for qualified Essex runners. Every finisher receives a free drink.

A timed, lap-based run on a flat 5.3 km towpath course by the River Thames in Walton on Thames. Distances range from 5 km to ultra with flexible rock up and run starts and an optional no-medal lower-price entry.

Run the rolling trails of the South Downs at the Grand National 10 km Trail Run in Findon, with 10 km, canicross, 5 mile and kids events for all ages. Scenic route, bespoke medals, charity support and a fun Filly or Colt costume prize.

Timed lap event at Buchan Country Park on 19 April 2026 with 5.3 km laps to create distances from 5 km up to ultra within a 7 hour limit. Runners may choose one of twelve medals or a lower cost no medal entry.

The Ibstone Circle offers 5km and 10km multi-terrain runs through the scenic Wormsley Estate, featuring the famous "Ibstone Kicker" climb. Both distances are open to adults and juniors, with a separate "Run in Colour" fun event for children..

Thames Ring Series The Thames Ring Series consists of three non-stop ultramarathon distances run on canal and riverside footpaths in southern England. The main event is the Thames Ring 250, a 250-mile (approximately 256-mile) trail race. It..

A limited capacity evening trail run of 5 miles for over 18s with the course run in reverse from previous years. Route files are provided beforehand and finishers can exchange their race number at the bar for a drink.

A 15 mile trail run from the beer garden of the Ye Olde Smugglers Inne in Alfriston with two pub checkpoints offering a drink and snack; route GPX and a race narrative are provided and results appear within 24 hours.

A multi-distance road event at Suffolk Running Centre offering 5k, 10k, half, marathon and ultra options on measured routes. The marathon uses the Kirtling Route; aid stations, parking and bespoke medals are provided.

A blindfolded navigation challenge near Winchester where participants are dropped at unknown locations and must find their own way back on foot. Options cover six, ten or fifteen mile drops and devices are surrendered at registration.

Walk or run the 40 mile A Coventry Way Challenge through the countryside around Coventry. The event offers full support with checkpoints, a hot meal at the finish, and the option to participate solo or in a relay team.

Trail runs of 10 km and 10 mile around Angmering Park Estate on 26 April 2026, with canicross options, marshalled courses, water stations and free race photos.

Trail runs through Alice Holt Forest on 26 April 2026 support GUTS, with a Half Marathon, 10k, 5k and a junior run. Routes use a 5k forest loop with multiple laps for longer distances.

Join NOT the London Marathon Run 2026 on Sunday 26 April in Walton on Thames for a flat, certified lap course along the riverside towpath. Choose marathon, half or a 7 hour timed challenge, enjoy flexible starts and a commemorative medal.

A spring trail run of around 10 km through bluebell-carpeted woods in the Chiltern Hills, starting from Tring and led in ability groups by Run Leaders. Facilities include a cafe, toilets and bag storage; dogs allowed with cani-cross kit.

A multi terrain *5 km* race at Fineshade Wood on 26 April 2026 set in Northamptonshire woodlands. Finishers receive a bespoke medal and a virtual completion option is available.