Trail Running calendar near Dunstable 2026-2027

Enjoy a flat and fast chip timed 10k race through Highfield Park and along the scenic Alban Way. This family friendly event features live music, a fun run, and a buzzing event village in St Albans.

Experience a rewarding trail run through Ashdown Forest featuring hard packed paths and 1568ft of elevation. Choose between 5 or 10 miles and enjoy spectacular views across The Downs.

Set your own distance goal in this 6-hour trail running challenge. Runners complete as many 5K loops as they can on a scenic, 95% off-road course. Every finisher receives a medal.

Experience a multi loop cross country run through the scenic Surrey Hills on the tracks around Holmbury Hill. Choose between a half marathon or a ten mile distance and earn a bespoke medal at this well marshalled event.

Celebrate a 50th anniversary with a chip timed 5 mile trail race through the scenic woodland of Queen Elizabeth Country Park. This summer cross country event offers a friendly club atmosphere and post race refreshments.

Join a 10 day running event at the Suffolk Running Centre offering flexible daily distances from 5k to Ultra Marathons. Experience various routes and earn a daily medal at this cupless multi day challenge.

Enjoy a 10k trail run through Chelmsford featuring a unique brewery checkpoint. This non competitive event includes mid race and finishers drinks along with a commemorative medal for all participants.

Take on a scenic 7 hour timed challenge along the River Thames at Wraysbury, choosing how many laps to run from a 3 km minimum up to 50 km or ultra distances. Finishers from 3 km earn a medal and everyone gets goody bags with vegan options.

Experience a flat trail race through the scenic pathways of Summerleaze Park and along the lakeside. Choose between three distances and enjoy a peaceful route with chip timed results and themed medals for all finishers.

A one-lap, chip-timed *10 km* trail through Garendon Park with water stations, finishers' T-shirt and photo service. Limited to 400 entries, open to ages 15 and up with transfers allowed until 19 July 2026.

Experience the scenic beauty of the South Downs Way with trail races starting from Queen Elizabeth Country Park. Choose between three distances featuring woodland paths and panoramic views across Hampshire and Sussex.

Bright Skies Surrey Hills on 26 July 2026 at Denbies Wine Estate in Dorking offers trail races from 10K to marathon, plus Canix and kids races. The marathon is self navigated with mandatory checkpoints.

The North Downs 50 offers a scenic trail challenge through the Surrey hills on 1 August 2026. Choose from 50 km, 25 km, or 10 km loops starting from Guildford, with full support and hospitality. Options for competitive runners and dedicated..

Experience a flat multi-terrain race through the historic grade II listed grounds of Elvaston Castle Country Park. Choose between chip-timed 5k, 10k, and half marathon distances in a scenic parkland setting.

Run along the scenic Vanguard Way on an undulating out and back course from Croydon through the North Downs. Choose between a full or half marathon and enjoy a route filled with historic landmarks and woodland trails.

Explore Birmingham's historic canal network and industrial heritage on a flat, off road circular course. Choose from distances of 18.5, 26.5, or 30 miles starting from Moseley Rugby Club.

The MTC Thames Challenge is a four-day, 184-mile ultra marathon along England's longest river path. Participants cover the route in four stages, from the source to the Thames Gate. Accommodation, meals, and kit transfer are included.

The MTC Windsor Ultra is a 47-mile point-to-point race along the Thames Path. Runners travel from Henley to Kingston, passing landmarks like Windsor Castle. All finishers receive a bespoke medal and event apparel.

Test your endurance at this 12 hour multi terrain event in St Neots. Run solo or in a team on a flat 5.3km loop featuring a festival atmosphere with live music and on site camping.

Experience a 103 mile continuous trail journey from the Surrey Hills to Ashford. This Western States Qualifier features 11,000 feet of climb across the North Downs Way with a 30 hour time limit.