Trail Running calendar near Great Waltham 2025-2026

Run the spring trails at Cowdray Estate with 5 km, 10 km, 10 mile, junior races and canicross options. Scenic sandy heathland and mixed trail sections through wildlife rich commons deliver a rewarding, characterful day out.

Take on the Battle of the Brampton Valley Way, a scenic out and back covering 28 miles along packed trail with two tunnels that require a torch. Enjoy regular aid stations, friendly marshals and a finisher medal while supporting local foodb..

Take on the Haughley Festival of Running at Haughley Park Suffolk, with distances from 5k to ultra and a cap of 300 entrants. Enjoy undulating park and woodland laps, secure on site parking and a bespoke finishers medal.

Run a scenic 10k trail loop through the Nene Valley countryside, over green fields, farm tracks and old railway lines. Fully marked with an aid station, this spring race is ideal for runners wanting a country escape.

Discover the Windsor 50 Ultra Challenge, a looped Great Park and Thames Path event offering 10 km, 25 km and 50 km options with Castle views and support along the route. Walk, jog or run from Windsor Racecourse and enjoy a lively festival a..

Tackle the Chiltern Ridge Classic 50K on 18 April 2026 along a scenic 51K Ridgeway route via Ashridge, Ivinghoe Beacon and Whiteleaf Hill. Limited to 400 runners, this UTMB race delivers big views, full support and a true trail challenge.

Run the Spring Trail Series at Cowdray Estate in Surrey, following the scenic Serpent Trail through greensand hills and woodland. Choose from 12km to 110km, with relaxed cut offs, campsite and on site expo for a friendly well supported day.

Take in Seaford seafront and rolling South Downs on the Martello Half Marathon, an undulating trail course that blends coastal views with countryside. Enjoy water stations, a bespoke medal and free event photos as you race.

Take on the Roman Ramble at Billingford Lakes for a scenic trail challenge from 5k to ultra with mixed tarmac, grass and rugged paths. Limited to 300 entries, cupless event so bring your own bottle and finishers earn a bespoke medal.

Join the Grand National trail run in Findon Village with a 10 km main race, new 5 mile course, a 10 km canicross and a 2 km kids loop at Nepcote Green. This charity event features bespoke medals, free photos and a best dressed jockey prize.

Run the scenic Thames Ring, a multi distance trail loop from Streatley on Thames that follows the river and canals. Choose 100, 150 or 250 mile challenges on riverside paths with GPS tracking and checkpoint support, 22 to 26 April 2026.

Join the Ale Trail, a 15 mile run from the beer garden of Ye Olde Smugglers Inne in Alfriston on 26 April 2026 with pub checkpoints and a finisher's drink. Limited to 50 places, this social trail run includes GPX navigation and a 4 hour 30..

Take part in The Other Run in Bury St Edmunds on 26 April 2026 with 5k, 10k, half and marathon options on scenic country roads. Enjoy a bespoke finisher medal, friendly atmosphere and a seven hour marathon cutoff.

Saturn’s Midweek Chasing Numbers 7-Hour Time Challenge is held at Wraysbury Skiff & Punting Club on the River Thames. The event is designed to be affordable and flexible, inviting all abilities to run or walk within a 7-hour window. Partici..

Run the Heritage Run in Thorpeness on 1 May 2026, a friendly community organised event that supports local charities. Choose from scenic mainly off road 10k, half marathon or a dog friendly 10k, all from The Ogilvie Pavilion.

Take on the iconic Thames Path 100 from Richmond to Oxford, 100 miles of scenic riverside trails and historic towns. Enjoy waymarked routes, plenty of aid stations and a supportive ultra atmosphere for a true point to point challenge.

Join a guided 30 mile trail run along the North Downs Way and Greensand Way led by an experienced ultra runner and coach in a supportive group run. Enjoy sweeping hilltop views, shoe demos and a possible alcohol free beer at the finish.

Enjoy a three day running festival over the May Bank Holiday across three Mid Sussex towns. Run single town races or combine stages into the Mid Sussex Marathon, with undulating multi terrain routes, medals, family fun and fancy dress.

Join Run Silchester on 2 May 2026 for 2.5, 5 and 7 mile trail runs around the Roman wall, ancient woodland and a 12th century church. Family friendly festival atmosphere with stalls, music and proceeds supporting local community causes.

Run a scenic woodland course at Culden Faw Estate on 3 May 2026 with solo, pair and team relays plus timed 5K, 10K and the Henley Downhill Time Trial. Expect gentle undulations, a climb before 3 km and a long downhill finish with chip timin..