Trail Running calendar near Epping Forest District 2026-2027

Experience an award winning obstacle course at the Secret Nuclear Bunker Estate featuring signature challenges like the Deathslide and zip lines. With distances from 1.5km to 38km, there is a muddy adventure for every participant.

Test your limits at the British OCR Championship in Essex. This 12km+ elite course features over 60 technical obstacles and serves as a qualifying event for both European and World Championships.

This event on the Thames features 10K, half, and marathon distances on scenic riverside paths. Starting from the Wraysbury Skiff Club, the courses use fully marked out-and-back loops. The area near Runnymede offers beautiful countryside and..

Conquer the mud at the Secret Nuclear Bunker Estate with courses ranging from 1.5 km to 38 km. Experience signature obstacles like the Deathslide and zip lines in this award winning Essex event.

A 5 kilometre race at Banham Zoo featuring a lap inside the zoo and full-day zoo entry. The event supports conservation, includes a finisher medal and Race Day Village, and offers discounted spectator tickets for friends and family.

Experience the twilight beauty of Ardingly Reservoir during this evening run in West Sussex. Choose between a 5K or 10K distance on an undulating trail course featuring scenic water views and a finisher medal.

A road marathon on scenic low traffic lanes around Halstead, marking its 30th running on 10 May 2026. The event is limited to 500 entries, is part of the Essex Road Running Championships and supports local charities.

A multi distance running event around Naseby in Northamptonshire featuring road and trail sections, landmark views and annually reversing course direction. Distances range from a 10K up to a 35 mile ultra with varied aid and navigation arra..

Zig Zag Marathon and Half Marathon is on Sunday 10 May 2026 at Suffolk Running Centre in Bury St Edmunds. The marathon follows the measured Kirtling route and the half uses the Windmill route, with aid stations every 10k and a seven hour cu..

Off-road 10k, 5k and junior runs at Milton Creek Country Park on 10 May 2026. The event supports the Oliver Fisher Special Care Baby Trust and includes medals, prizes, pacers and limited free on-site parking.

Trail races at Rathfinny Wine Estate on undulating off road loops with marked routes, aid stations and recycled finisher medals. The carbon neutral event supports the WOLO Foundation and offers single and double loop options.

A self-guided 13-mile run along Letchworth's scenic Greenway trail. This is a run, not a race, due to road crossings. Finishers get a wooden medal and refreshments, with profits supporting a local youth mental health charity.

Experience a scenic trail run through the South Downs featuring 20k, 10k, and junior distances. This well organized event includes chip timing, finisher medals, and hilly routes with views over the Cowdray and West Dean Estates.

Explore the beautiful Chiltern Hills on this guided 30km trail running adventure. Enjoy 500m of ascent through woodlands and ridges with professional run leaders and a finishers medal included.

Experience a vibrant trail running series at Dunstable Downs or Bristol. With distances from 1km to 10km, this inclusive event features live music and food for a complete carnival atmosphere.

Hairy Legs is a cross-country charity event for all ages, held on a scenic, hilly woodland course. Distances are based on unmeasured loops, and there are solo, relay, and shorter youth options. Fancy dress is encouraged, with prizes and a f..

Experience a scenic single lap trail race through the bluebell woods of Hampton Estate and Puttenham Common. Enjoy chip timed racing with bespoke medals and onsite refreshments in a beautiful Surrey setting.

Enjoy a scenic trail run or walk through the village of East Hendred on an undulating 5k course. Kids can also join the fun with a 1k obstacle run around the sportsground.

Experience a cross country run through the Hertfordshire countryside with 5km and 10km distances. This community event in Little Gaddesden includes junior categories and mini races for children.

A multi-terrain 5 kilometre race at West Lodge Farm in Desborough on 13 May 2026, running through fields, woodlands and farm trails. Finishers receive a bespoke medal and a virtual completion option is available; entries close 12 May.