Trail Running calendar near Halstead 2026-2027

Run from 3 Brewers Brewery through Hertfordshire countryside on a mostly off road 10 km or 5 km course featuring trails, woodland and farm tracks. Finish with a medal, a pint and live jazz while supporting local charity Earthworks.

Hit the South Downs for the Housedean Half and 10K, a scenic trail with sweeping views over Lewes and countryside. Well supported with water stations, chip timing and on site camping, it is ideal for runners seeking peaceful country miles.

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..

Suffolk Trail Running Festival offers a weekend of trail races and festival vibes in Ipswich, with a family 3 km, a 10 km and a 24 hour lap event for solos and teams. Enjoy on site camping, live music, refreshments and fun for all ages.

Fen Gallop on Sunday 5 July 2026 in Willingham offers a flat, scenic run through the Cambridgeshire fens with 10 km and 4 mile options. Friendly for families and walkers, the community event raises funds for Willingham School Association an..

Run the Chiltern Ridge Half, a scenic 21.1 km trail on the Ridgeway with 526 m climb and sweeping Chiltern views. Limited to 350 runners, this UTMB World Series Index Race blends challenge with classic off road charm.

Run the Bishop's Stortford Mitre on 5 July with traffic free 10K and 5K through East Herts villages and a free 1K for under 11s. All finishers get a free tee or can choose to have a tree planted to support new school sports facilities.

Enjoy the Bewl 15 and 5 Mile on 5 July 2026, scenic off road laps around Bewl Water with gentle climbs and lakeside views. Organised by Wadhurst Runners, the race supports the Air Ambulance and offers medals and t shirts.

Guided 10 km trail runs at Thursley National Nature Reserve with summer sunset and winter night sessions, flat terrain and a section on the boardwalk. Group paced, non competitive runs with headtorch provision and a kit list supplied.

Race to the Stones on 11 to 12 July 2026 offers 50 km and 100 km routes, nonstop or over two days. Run the Ridgeway past chalk figures and hill forts to a dramatic finish at the Avebury Standing Stones with pitstops and basecamp support.

Trail running in the Chiltern Hills from Princes Risborough with routes from 8 km to 50 km, mapped GPX files, outposts and timed results. Courses feature woodland singletrack, chalky trails and notable climbs, and the event is not dog frien..

Enjoy scenic trail laps at Bawsey Country Park in the Norfolk Festival of Running, with distances from 5k to ultra for all abilities. Small field, aid station each lap and flexible lap options make for a friendly, challenging day.

Ultra:5K 2026 invites runners to tackle repeated 5 km laps on the hour for 3, 5 or 10 laps, testing endurance on a hilly, twisty trail near Bedford. Enjoy on course support, a bespoke finisher medal and relaxed festival vibes.

A guided 18 mile trail run on 12 July 2026 along the Kett's Country Long Distance Trail, starting in Wymondham and finishing near Cringleford's twin arched bridge. The route highlights local history and natural scenery.

Join Race The Light at Wendover Woods for scenic, challenging trail races supporting the Chilterns Neuro Centre. Choose from an accessible family friendly loop up to a hilly 5K or 10K and soak up the forest atmosphere.

A 24 hour camping and trail running weekend on the Shotley peninsula with a fully marked 4.3 mile coastal lap over mixed terrain. Entries are open for solo runners and teams up to six, and camping at race HQ is included in the entry fee.

Enjoy scenic trail running at Winwick Hall with 5k and 10k distances plus a fun 2k for kids, raising funds for the Bruce Green Foundation. Challenging climbs, great medals, free digital photos and a tea room at race HQ.

Join the ATW St Albans Summer 10K on 19 July for a flat, traffic free single lap along the tree lined Alban Way, perfect for PBs or a relaxed summer run. Enjoy pacers, live music, a family fun run, free photos and a custom medal.

Run 10 or 5 mile trails through scenic Ashdown Forest with big climbs, flowing descents and stunning views. Friendly marshals, well stocked aid stations and bespoke finisher medals make this a rewarding summer challenge.