Trail Running calendar near Eight Ash Green 2026-2027

Experience the twilight beauty of Ardingly Reservoir during this midsummer evening run. Choose between a 5k or 10k distance on a scenic undulating trail featuring a fully stocked aid station and finisher medals for all.

Celebrate the longest day at the Summer Solstice Challenge around Abberton Reservoir, a timed loop with 5 km laps. Run as many laps as you like, earn a medal and support Essex Wildlife Trust.

A 21.2 km trail half marathon on the National Trust's Dunstable Downs on 21 June 2026, featuring 450 m of ascent, two on-route aid stations and fully marked trails with GPX support.

Run through the historic landscapes of Horsell Common where the Martians first landed in literature. This volunteer led charity event offers trail routes from 2 km to 21 km in a scenic Site of Special Scientific Interest.

Experience a community focused multi terrain race through the picturesque Kent countryside featuring 10k, 5k, and free junior distances followed by finish line treats and local hospitality.

Experience a circular cross country route through the undulating fields and woodlands of North West Hertfordshire. Choose between 26 and 18 mile courses starting from Baldock with panoramic countryside views.

Experience a scenic trail run through the woods and fields of Trent Country Park with chip timed races for seniors, juniors, and children.

Experience an enchanting twilight trail run through the private 220 acre Ashburnham Place estate. Choose between 10k, 5k, or junior distances while supporting four mental health and bereavement charities.

Race two of the 2026 Trifarm trail series, this 10K summer run is over 95% off-road on public paths. Starting near a humpback bridge at Trifarm in Boreham, the anticlockwise course finishes with a lap around the lake.

Complete three races over three days to achieve a full marathon distance at the Colworth Estate. This multi terrain event in North Bedfordshire offers distances of 5 miles, 8.1 miles, and a half marathon.

Experience an intimate trail run at the exclusive Hyde Hall Farm in Hertfordshire with lap based distances ranging from 5k to an Ultra Marathon. Enjoy a supported course with on site parking and a custom finishers medal.

Explore the scenic Surrey Hills and North Downs Way with five trail distances ranging from 5 km to a 52 km ultra. Run through ancient forests and rolling fields with punchy hills and fully marked courses.

Experience a summer trail running event in the scenic Thames Valley with distances ranging from 5k to a half marathon. Enjoy well marked routes through the Marlow countryside featuring chip timing and a unique themed medal.

TrailFest at Salcey Forest offers 10K, half marathon, marathon and 50 km routes on mainly packed forest trails, with cupless aid stations and mandatory kit rules for longer distances.

Experience a scenic 10km mixed terrain run through the trails and woodland of Hatfield. Starting and finishing at the 3 Brewers Brewery, participants enjoy chip timing and a complimentary drink at the finish line.

Experience a scenic trail run starting from a working farm in the South Downs. Choose between a half marathon or 10K featuring well kept paths and panoramic views of the East Sussex countryside.

The Midsummer Munro is a half marathon held at Box Hill Fort in Surrey. The event takes place in late June. Runners can register online until the day of the race.

Join this five kilometre fun run or walk across the undulating trails of Therfield Heath. This family friendly event features a two lap off road course and raises funds for the Teenage Cancer Trust.

Experience a historic trail run through the scenic Ashridge Woods on this five mile course. Enjoy a marshalled off road route starting and finishing at the Aldbury Recreation Ground with refreshments provided at the finish.

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.