Trail Running calendar near Eaton Ford 2025-2026

Push your limits at ZigZag Bauble Bimble, a 4 or 6 hour timed multi lap running challenge at Ferry Meadows. Tackle a scenic mixed terrain loop for distances from 5 km up to marathon and ultra, with aid at base camp and a finisher medal.

Run a scenic 10 mile trail around Grafham Water, weaving through woodland, Dragonfly Pond and Sanctuary Bay before a final mile along the dam wall. Canicross runs in a separate wave so you can bring your dog on a lead.

Take on the Winter Downs 200, a continuous 200 mile trail around the South of England with about 6,800 m of climbing and a 96 hour cutoff. Centurion Running stages an epic loop from Juniper Hall with aid stations and GPX navigation.

The Salcey Forest Christmas 10K, 5K & Junior Fun Run is a festive trail running event held in Salcey Forest, Northamptonshire. Set amidst beautiful, tree-lined woodland paths, the race offers a virtually flat, mixed-terrain course that can..

Mince Pi Run - races of 2 decimal places is a 14 December 2025 off-road event at Shalford Park, Guildford. Participants choose from 3.14 to 31.4 miles (1–10 laps) on a scenic, mostly flat course with one or two hills. A Pi marathon option a..

Enjoy a festive half trail through Suffolk woodlands, meadows and quiet lanes on Sunday 14 December 2025. Expect an eco medal and mince pie at the finish, friendly trails and timed results in a relaxed winter race atmosphere.

Celebrate the season with duathlons and trail runs through atmospheric Sherwood Pines on 14 December 2025. Races range from a family mile to full duathlon, with medals, festive treats and dog friendly 5 km and 10 km options.

Choose a 6 hour or 4 hour timed challenge at Brandon Country Park with 5.3 km multi lap loops through gravel paths and grassy trails in Thetford Forest. Perfect for lap lovers, with an aid station and a bespoke event medal to celebrate your..

Night street orienteering in Colchester on 17 December from the Berechurch Arms. Choose a 3.4 km short or 5.4 km long course, use MapRun or printed maps and hunt controls by torchlight for a fun, technical evening.

Take on NAV4 Tour de Helvellyn, a winter mountain ultra of about 38 miles with roughly 2000 m of ascent across unmarked Lakeland terrain. Limited to experienced runners, this low support event demands solid navigation and winter kit.

The Christmas Canter is a festive running event held at the Suffolk Running Centre in Bury St Edmunds, UK. Offering multiple distance options—5k, 10k, half marathon, full marathon, and ultra marathon—runners can choose their preferred chall..

Join the festive Gaddesby Gallop on 20 December 2025 for a spirited village run and a warm post race gathering at Gaddesby village hall. Entries are online only and race numbers are collected at the hall on race day. Dogs are not permitted.

Join a festive 12 km trail in Chelmsford for a fun, social run with a brewery checkpoint en route. Entry includes a Santa hat, drink tokens, a Christmas medal and post run pints or upgrade to rum at the finish.

Take on Winter Wanderlust, a 50 km trail ultramarathon along the scenic North Downs Way from Detling to Wye. Enjoy rugged chalk downs, three well stocked checkpoints, hot food and a finisher medal for those who make the cut.

Elves 11ish Trail is a narrative trail race held on 21 December 2025, starting and finishing at The Blackwater Leisure Centre in Maldon, England. The circular route covers 11 elvish miles, about 95% off-road across varied terrain between Ma..

The Die Hard Christmas Marathon and Half Marathon is a festive running event taking place on December 24, 2025, at Caldecotte Lake in Milton Keynes. Participants can choose between a full marathon, consisting of 7.5 scenic laps, or a half m..

Join the Santa Claws 10km at Renegade Brewery for a festive, muddy cross country run across the Yattendon Estate. Finishers receive a medal, a beer or non alcoholic option and a pint cup, and a canicross option welcomes runners with dogs.

Take on a scenic 10k through the historic Rauceby Estate on 27 December 2025, winding past Rauceby Hall and parkland. Enjoy a festive post Christmas challenge on a family owned country estate with wide paths and countryside views.

Join the Layer Twixmas Trail on 28 December for a self guided 5 to 6 mile trail run around Layer de la Haye. Enjoy a Twix, hot drink and cake, optional festive fancy dress with a cash prize and dog friendly fun.

Take on a scenic 10 mile cross country through Hainault Forest with Ilford Athletic Club, three undulating laps across tracks and grass. Friendly club atmosphere, limited entries and post race prizes make it a rewarding winter challenge.