Trail Running calendar near Great Ponton 2026-2027

A guided 10k group trail run at High Lodge in Thetford Forest led at a conversational pace with group placement by estimated times. Terrain includes hard packed and single track trails and there is a parking charge for attendees.

Take on the Spring Run six hour challenge at Northampton Active, choosing distances from 5K up to an ultra marathon on a 5.25 mile lap. Enjoy regular aid stations, toilets and parking while chasing your best time in a TRA licensed event.

A night trail 10k at Salcey Forest on 24 March 2026 where a head or chest torch is required and Petzl will bring demo kit. The route is two laps on crushed stone, canicross is offered with a separate start, and on course drinks are provided..

A guided 13 mile trail half marathon in the Chiltern Hills with about 300 m ascent, grouped pacing led by English Athletics qualified leaders, a mid-route refreshment point and a finisher’s medal.

Weekend races on the Monsal Trail in Bakewell offer a half marathon and a 10k along a traffic free former railway route with tunnels and a viaduct, set within Peak District scenery.

A 17.5 mile annual trail race around the Ashridge Estate, run anti clockwise on well marked paths with a routed detour to Ivinghoe Beacon. Water stations, finisher gifts and prizes for top male and female finishers are provided.

A 32 mile urban loop from Baggeridge Country Park on 29 March 2026, offered as solo, pair or team of 4 relay. The mostly traffic-free route includes long tunnels, canal towpaths, three aid checkpoints and a GPX route file.

A half marathon at Blickling with the start and finish at Blickling Hall. The multi-terrain route has a four hour cut-off, a charity entry option with a £150 fundraising requirement, and limited entries that are sold out for this edition.

Take on the finale of the Shropshire Winter Series at Ercall Wood, a tough 8.8 km fell race climbing 519 m on scenic Ercall Hill. Pre entry or on the day entries accepted and junior races run for ages 12 to 17.

Family friendly event at Telford Town Park with 2.5K and 5K routes, a finisher teddy for each participant, and a post-race teddy bears picnic. The event raises funds for Birmingham Children's Hospital and encourages fundraising.

Take on Trunce 1 on Mon 30 Mar 2026 at Oxspring Playing Field in the Peak District, a testing 6.2 km fell course with 190 m climb. Entry is £3 on the day and juniors can join a 3 km race for £1.

A 50 mile trail race on Good Friday 3 April 2026 from Manchester to Liverpool along the Trans-Pennine Trail. The event features six checkpoints, live GPS tracking, a 14 hour cut off and limited entry; 2026 places are sold out.

A ladies only trail half marathon on 4 April 2026 that runs out and back via Sutton Springs Wood and the Five Pits Trail. The event includes an aid station at the halfway turn, safety cover, free parking at Race HQ and fundraising for The E..

Trail races around Carsington Water on 4 April 2026 offering a half marathon and a 10K with marked kilometres, marshals and an event village with food and partner giveaways.

Canal-side trail races from Rodley along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal offering distances from 10k to ultra marathon. The course is an out and back on a mostly flat towpath with marshals, regular feed stations and finisher medals.

Run the Chasewater Easter Egg Challenge at Chasewater Country Park on 5 April 2026, a scenic multi terrain loop around the reservoir with distances from junior run to 20k. Expect a friendly vibe, bespoke medals, free photos and on site park..

Join the Alan Kirk Memorial Lad's Leap on Sun 5 Apr 2026 in Crowden near Woodhead for a testing 9.5 km moorland race with 518 m of ascent and spectacular Peak District views. Teams welcome and entries available on the day.

An Easter Sunday community event in Fakenham Town Centre featuring a 5K, a 1K Fun Run and a Toddle’n’Trike for under fives. The race uses a 1K closed road circuit and offers medals, children goodie bags and age category awards.

A new urban trail race in Halifax on 6 April 2026, a course of just over 10K from Shibden Hall to Beacon Hill that runs through several landmark buildings, with proceeds supporting Overgate Hospice.

A 54-mile circular ultra from Brixworth Country Park across Northamptonshire trails, roads and towpaths, with a 26.2-mile Rosebud Marathon option, relay legs, six aid checkpoints and real-time GeoTracks tracking.