Trail Running calendar near Great Baddow 2026-2027

A circular trail half marathon in Thetford Forest at High Lodge held in October. The 13.1 mile multi terrain course uses hard packed trails and forest paths, is cupless and manually timed, with trophies and an eco friendly medal available.

Experience the world’s largest inflatable obstacle course at the Norfolk Showground in Norwich. This event features a five kilometer route filled with bouncing obstacles for a physical and unique running experience.

A 100 mile trail race through Oxfordshire featuring four 25 mile out and back spurs. Runners navigate the historic Ridgeway and Thames Path trails supported by 16 aid stations and full medical coverage.

Join this annual cross country challenge through the footpaths of Kent, Surrey, and Sussex. Choose between 25km and 50km distances with full checkpoint support and post event catering included.

Experience an off road 10k through the Norfolk countryside featuring woodland tracks and optional obstacles. Enjoy a unique route with a ford crossing and support the Purfleet Trust at this scenic trail event.

Run through the narrow, traffic-free trails of Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest. Choose from a half marathon, 10k, or junior race on a scenic woodland course. Every finisher gets a bespoke medal and free photos.

Experience a premier trail running weekend in Eastbourne featuring an ultra, marathon, half marathon, and 10k. Run along the scenic Seven Sisters with well stocked aid stations and a supportive atmosphere for all participants.

Follow the scenic Thames Path on a 47 mile point to point ultra marathon from Oxford to Henley on Thames. This UTMB Index race features historic riverside trails and full participant support including live GPS tracking.

Experience a scenic 30 mile ultra marathon along the River Stort and Lee navigations. This flat out and back course offers a fast trail experience with generous cut off times and supportive checkpoints.

Choose your own distance at Ferry Meadows by completing as many 5.3 km laps as you like in six hours. This multi-terrain event is located near Peterborough and features a cupless aid station at every lap.

Experience a scenic run at the iconic Grafham Water with 5K and 10K distances held alongside a live duathlon. Enjoy a vibrant atmosphere and on site camping options at one of the UKs premier multisport venues.

Experience an off road running event south of Canterbury featuring scenic trails through the Kentish countryside. Choose between a way marked half marathon or a self navigated full marathon with full event village facilities.

Explore the Essex countryside on a 26 or 18 mile figure of eight course via Blackmore. This self sufficient event offers multiple checkpoints and a finishers meal as part of the Essex and Herts Triple Challenge.

Experience a festive night run through the woodland trails of Irchester Country Park. Choose between 5k and 2k distances featuring themed medals, fancy dress, and spooky marshals for a memorable Halloween experience.

A 5 mile timed, self-navigated night trail on 30 October 2026, run mostly through forest and downland. Fancy dress is encouraged with trophies and a post-run dessert for winners, and a tail runner will sweep the course.

A single-loop 50K trail race around the Chilterns starting and finishing in Berkhamsted. Fully marked route along The Ridgeway and Chiltern Way with three aid stations, mandatory kit requirements and a 9 hour time limit.

Experience a festive 6.66 km Halloween trail run starting and finishing at a local brewery in Chelmsford. Participants enjoy a costume focused event with medals and drinks for finishers in a social atmosphere.

Experience a night trail run through the ancient Alice Holt Forest with 5 km, 10 km, or 15 km lap-based routes. Navigate tree-lined avenues by head torch and enjoy fire pits and refreshments at the finish line.

Conquer hilly forest trails at Wendover Woods in this autumn multi terrain event. Choose from marathon, half marathon, 10k, or junior distances and enjoy on site facilities like a cafe and adventure playground.

Two days of marathon and half marathon races around Caldecotte Lake in Milton Keynes on 6 and 7 November 2026, with multi-lap clockwise courses, on-course water and toilets, enforced time limits, and bespoke finisher medals.