Trail Running calendar near Hastings 2026-2027

A 52 mile LDWA challenge across the South Downs from Plumpton College, with 7,000 ft of ascent, seven staffed checkpoints and provided route materials. Navigation is required and the event is a qualifier for LDWA Jurassic Hundred 2027.

A ten day running series in Walton on Thames from 22 to 31 August 2026 offering daily themed rubber ducks and ten giant spinning ducky medals, with distances from 5 km to ultra and certified out-and-back routes along the Thames towpath.

The La Boucle des 2 Caps will take place in Wissant on Saturday 22 August 2026. You can run 7 kilometers.

Combined half and full marathons run through Richmond Park on 23 August 2026, using a lap route from Sheen Gate that follows the Tamsin Trail with aid stations and finishers receiving a medal, mug and buff.

A South Downs trail running event based at Lancing College offering 5K, 10K, Marathon and 50K routes across grassy trails, chalk paths and ridgelines, with marked, chip-timed courses and aid stations.

Experience a scenic run through the historic Richmond Park on this UK Athletics Affiliated course. Choose between a half or full marathon distance following the trails and private roads of London’s largest Royal Park.

A trail run entirely within Richmond Park offering half marathon and marathon distances, a route past the White House and park lakes, and on-course drinks and feed stations.

MacTuffX Portsmouth on 23 August 2026 at the Mountbatten Centre combines ten Xercises and running with solo, doubles or five person relay options; entries are for adults and a LITE weight division is offered.

A small field trail race around Ticehurst covering 7.5 km of mainly off road trail, with course marshals, prizes for first male and female, post-race tea and cake, and an entry limit of 60 runners.

A timed, multi-distance event at Ardingly Reservoir with lap-based 7 km out-and-back course, a seven hour limit and flexible start window; finishers receive a donut medal and a no-medal entry option is available.

The Admiral McHilly Trail will take place in Chelmsford on Sunday 23 August 2026. You can run between 6 and 16 miles.

A last person standing backyard ultra at Gosfield School in Essex where runners repeat a 4.167 mile loop each hour until one remains. Onsite camping, showers and a small aid station are available for participants.

A Backyard Ultra at Frylands Wood Scout Outdoor Centre on 29th August 2026 where runners complete **four miles** every hour until one remains. The event is listed as sold out.

A mud and obstacle event near Dorking, Surrey with a permanent assault course and a variety of natural and man made obstacles. Race options include 5K and 10K and the event accepts solo runners, teams and charity groups.

30 August 2026 in Alexandra Gardens Windsor offers 10K and half marathon routes with views of Windsor Castle. The event includes chip timing, free race photos and an event village.

Take on the Muntjac 15, a 15 mile trail around Danbury Essex with 1600 ft of climbing across scenic woodland and technical singletrack. Enjoy a well stocked checkpoint, a quality memento and bespoke local trophies.

Experience a scenic out and back trail run through the North Downs Way and Vanguard Way starting from Woldingham School. Complete one or two laps to finish the half or full marathon while enjoying expansive views of Kent and Surrey.

The La Cromagnon will take place in Drucat on Sunday 30 August 2026. You can run between 8 and 16 kilometers.

Experience a scenic trail run through the grounds of Shoreham Woods in Kent. This chip timed 10k event features woodland paths and supports the local environment and dementia research.

The Trail du Bocage à Samer will take place in Samer on Sunday 30 August 2026. You can run between 6 and 21 kilometers.