Trail Running calendar near Dunwich 2026-2027

Follow the 82 mile Essex Way trail from Epping tube station to the historic high lighthouse in Harwich. This ultra marathon features mixed terrain and 3,469 feet of elevation with full GPS tracking and five checkpoints.

A guided 10 km trail run from Taverham along parts of the Mariotts Way through fields and woodland, led at a conversational pace with ability-based groups and a qualified run leader.

A volunteer-run running event in Willingham, Cambridgeshire with chip timing on flat country roads, footpaths and bridleways. Distances include 10 km and 6.5 km and children's races follow the main events.

The The Bishop's Stortford Mitre 10k will take place in Much Hadham on Sunday 5 July 2026. You can run between 5 and 10 kilometers.

A riverside running event on Sunday 5 July 2026 offering 10 mile, 10k and children's races between Hertford and Ware, with proceeds donated to the Essex & Herts Air Ambulance and T-shirts and medals for adult finishers.

Oaks Trail at Rivenhall Oaks golf centre on 05 Jul 2026 offers two unmarked routes of about 6.5 or 3.5 miles, with entry fees split by England Athletics affiliation and proceeds donated to Essex and Herts Air Ambulance Trust.

A measured off road 5K held as Race 4 of the Crown to Crown 2026 series at Westley Heights Country Park on 8 July. The course uses bridleways and some tarmac, with TRA licensing and on course marshals and first aid.

A mostly off road 10 km trail at Trifarm, Boreham on 09 Jul 2026, run on public footpaths and bridleways with on-site parking, numbered registration at the entrance, and a finish around the lake running track.

A roughly five mile off road trail run at High Lodge Thetford Forest with chipped timing and a finishers medal. Entries are non refundable but transfers to another runner are allowed until 06/07/2026.

A 24-hour multi-terrain relay or solo race near RM13 with teams of 2 to 8, repeated 5.75 mile laps, free camping and on-site catering, showers and first aid. Entry fees are published from £89 to £110.

Three measured routes through Mid Suffolk countryside on 11 July 2026, including a 31.5 mile option that passes 10 historic churches. Shorter routes branch off the main course and rejoin for a common finish with checkpoints and refreshments..

Timed non stop runs of 6, 12 or 24 hours on the Backyard route at High Lodge Thetford Forest. Enter solo, as a pair or a team of up to four; camping onsite, timing by Timing Monkey and a bespoke wooden medal for all.

Running Wild 2026 is a muddy 5K obstacle course through Wild Forest near Brentwood on 11 July 2026. Open to ages 13 and over, it includes water features, climbing and a large slide into a lake, with a medal and post race shower.

Multi-distance lap races at Bawsey Country Park from 5k to ultra marathon on sand, gravel and grass. Aid stations are available every lap and parking is included.

A guided 18 mile trail run on 12 July 2026 along the Kett's Country Long Distance Trail from Wymondham to Cringleford, combining local history and wildlife. The event is non-competitive, run at a conversational pace with aid stations and a..

A 24 hour trail running and camping weekend on the Shotley peninsula in Suffolk with a fully marked 4.3 mile coastal lap. Solo, pairs and teams up to six can camp at race HQ and use event facilities.

A self-navigation trail race of about half marathon distance around Littley Green and the Chelmer Valley with staggered starts and finishes, timed results and proceeds to Braintree Youth Project Charity.

A six hour trail running challenge on a just over 5K 3.3 mile loop mostly off road through fields and vineyards with views of the River Crouch. Chip timed and fully marked, with one checkpoint per loop and a finisher medal.

Pretty Muddy 5k at Hylands Park on 19 July 2026 is a grass obstacle course with climbs, crawls and slides. Waves run every 15 minutes; the event has a £50 minimum fundraising target and listed entry prices for adults and children.

A guided *10 km* group trail run at High Lodge in Thetford Forest on 19 July 2026, led at a conversational pace and organised into ability groups. Entry costs £12.50 and parking is charged at £4.