Trail Running calendar near Esher 2025-2026

Race to the King features 30k to 100k routes along the South Downs Way and Monarchs Way around the Summer Solstice. Expect stunning coastal and chalk downland scenery, generous aid stops and a warm finish with hot food and medals.

Join the Phoenix Hydra 75 Mile Ultra at Denbies Wine Estate in Dorking for a scenic 1 mile off road loop with chip timing and a staffed aid station. Distances run from 12 hour to 100 miles and all entrants receive a free memento.

Run the Maldon Ultras on 20 and 21 June 2026 in Maldon, with 100 mile, 50 mile and 30 mile lapped races across fields, woodland and vineyards with estuary views. Small fields and scenic off road laps make for a friendly yet fierce ultra.

Run the Dunstable Downs Half Marathon, a scenic 21.2 km trail across chalk downland with over 450 m of climbing. Limited to 300 runners, the technical course features aid stations, a finishers medal and a National Trust backdrop.

The Midsummer Munro will take place in Walton on the Hill on Sunday 21 June 2026. You can run 13 miles.

Join the Martian Race at Horsell Common, running through the historic sandpits tied to H.G. Wells' The War of the Worlds. Distances range from a 2 km kids dash to a 21 km half marathon on scenic mixed terrain, run by volunteers for local ch..

Run a scenic multi terrain 10 km starting and finishing at Twisted Tree Brewery on the Tusmore Estate near Bicester. Enjoy a finisher medal and a beer or non alcoholic alternative, with a canicross option for dog lovers.

Finish the Run the Seasons series at Cowdray Estate with scenic routes across polo lawns and Heyshott Common, overlooking Cowdray Ruins and the South Downs. Family and dog friendly distances, BBQ and bar, unique medals and luxury hampers.

Take on the Colworth Marathon Challenge over a three day weekend in North Bedfordshire, where three multi terrain races add up to a full marathon. Enjoy free camping, family entertainment and children's races while choosing one, two or all..

Join Cock a doodle Dawdle on 27 June 2026 at Hyde Hall Farm for undulating trails across grassland and paths, with distances from 5k to ultra for all levels. Limited to 300 entries, friendly aid station and bespoke medals add to the charm.

Explore the North Downs on scenic, punchy trails from Cranleigh Showground on 27 June 2026. Routes from 5 km to a 50 km ultra wind through Winterfold, Hurtwood, Leith Hill and Ranmore Common for a challenging countryside adventure.

Run scenic off road trails through the Thames Valley at the RunThrough Marlow Trail Run, with 5K, 10K and half marathon options. Enjoy chip timing, a themed medal, free race photos and a lively event village with food and drinks.

TrailFest at Salcey Forest on 28 June 2026 offers 10K, half, marathon and 50 km routes through scenic summer woodland trails. Light trail shoes are recommended. Enjoy well kept paths, a finisher's medal and drink.

Run the 3 Brewers 10km at 3 Brewers Brewery in the Hertfordshire countryside, or try the new 5km option over mostly off road multi terrain trails. Celebrate with a free pint, live jazz and support charity Earthworks.

Tackle the Housedean Half or 10K on scenic South Downs trails from Housedean Farm, with sweeping views across Lewes and Plumpton. Expect chip timing, stocked aid stations, bespoke medals and on site camping for a memorable race day.

Tackle the Hangers Way 50K, a point to point trail through Hampshire woodlands and rolling grassland, visiting picturesque villages like Selborne. Enjoy a fully signed route, a 9 hour cut off and option to plant a tree instead of a medal.

Enjoy a scenic, multi terrain 10k from Peacehaven across bridleways and the South Downs Way, finishing through Telscombe village. Junior fun run available and finishers get a bespoke medal, photos and post race refreshments.

Take a guided 10 km trail run around the dramatic Devil's Punchbowl, enjoying rolling hills and wide open views. Runs at sunset or by night with headtorches offer a social, coached group experience for fit trail runners.

Run the full 82 mile Essex Way from Epping tube to Harwich lighthouse over challenging trails and country lanes. Enjoy supported checkpoints, GPS tracking and a 24 hour finish window for an epic route across Essex.

Run along the scenic River Thames in a 7 hour timed event and choose your challenge from 3 km up to marathon, 50 km or ultra. Flat, well signed loops, aid stations and finisher medals with vegan goody bag options make this a welcoming day f..