Trail Running calendar near Hemel Hempstead 2025-2026

South Downs 50k is a 50-kilometre point-to-point trail race from Falmer (University of Brighton) to Eastbourne, largely following the South Downs Way through the South Downs National Park. The route features runnable trails with grass, farm tracks and forest sections, totaling roughly 3,600 feet of..

The Fox is a RunThrough Trails event set in the Surrey countryside, offering three trail distances: 20k, 41k and 62k. Runners start at different venues—Merrist Wood College in Worplesdon (20k), West Clandon Village Hall (41k), and Burys Field in Godalming (62k)—before all finish back at Burys Field...

The Seven Sisters Half Marathon is a scenic 13.5-mile trail race held in the South Downs National Park, starting and finishing at Helen Garden in Eastbourne. The course follows the South Downs Way, passing through Friston Forest, woodland trails, the iconic Seven Sisters cliffs, and Beachy Head, off..

Farmmageddon is an endurance running event held at Hyde Hall Farm, Buntingford, SG9 0RU. Returning for its second year, the event features a challenging 100-mile race completed over 32 hours across two days. The course consists of a 5.3 km loop combining trail, grassland, and some tarmac paths, suit..

The Grim Reaper Running Festival 2026 takes place at the scenic Grimsthorpe Castle Estate in South Lincolnshire. Scheduled for May 23-24, the event offers multiple race distances: solo 10, 40, 70, and 100 miles, plus a 100-mile team relay. The course features a fully marked 10-mile loop combining gr..

The London 2 Brighton Ultra Challenge is a premier endurance event held annually, covering distances of 100km, 50km, 25km, and 10km. Starting in Richmond, West London, participants traverse the scenic North Downs and Surrey & Sussex countryside, with the full 100km route continuing over the South Do..

The Beat the Sunset 50km is a multi-terrain ultramarathon held in the Thames Valley, starting and finishing at Summerleaze Park in Maidenhead, Berkshire. The flat, single-lap course covers 50 kilometers with 235 meters of elevation, featuring 75% off-road trails along the Thames Path, Jubilee River,..

The Three Castles 50km Ultra Marathon is a scenic race held in Kent, England, starting in Rochester and finishing at Tonbridge athletics track. The flat course follows the River Medway, passing three medieval castles, charming villages, and lush countryside along the Medway Valley Walk. Runners expe..

The Ridgeway Challenge is an 86-mile (139 km) point-to-point trail running race along the entire length of The Ridgeway National Trail in England. Starting at Ivinghoe Beacon in Hertfordshire and finishing at the Avebury Stones in Wiltshire, the course follows a historic path over 5,000 years old. T..

The Castle Trails 30km is a scenic point-to-point trail race in Kent, launching in 2026 as part of the Three Castles 50km Ultra weekend. Starting at Little Fant Farm near Maidstone and finishing in Tonbridge, the course follows the River Medway, passing historic sites like East Farleigh’s stone brid..

The Circuit du Sore Legs is a unique running event held at Wodson Park Sports and Leisure Centre in Ware, Hertfordshire. Participants run on a traffic-free 400-meter athletics track, with distances ranging from 5k to a 6-hour challenge, including half marathon, full marathon, and 50k ultra options...

The Surrey Hills Half Marathon is a scenic 13-mile guided trail run starting and finishing in Guildford, Surrey. The route showcases the natural beauty of the Surrey Hills, including landmarks like St Martha's Church and hill, the village of Shere, and panoramic views from Newlands Corner and Hackhu..

The Sundowner Marathon is a unique running event held in Purleigh, Chelmsford, England, featuring a scenic course that passes along canals, over waterfalls, through vineyards, woodlands, and coastal saltmarshes. This marathon offers a distinctive experience by starting early on a summer evening and..

The Suffolk Back Yard Ultra is a highly competitive endurance running event held at High Lodge in Thetford Forest, Suffolk. Participants run a 4.167-mile loop every hour on the hour, continuing until only one runner completes a loop within the hour time limit. The course is flat, wide, and scenic, f..

The Valley of the Owls Run, organized by Zig Zag Running, takes place at the Suffolk Running Centre in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. The scenic course passes through the village of Ousden, known as the Valley of the Owls, featuring some of England’s oldest roads and beautiful countryside. Participants c..

The Cotswold Way Ultra Challenge is a premier endurance event held in the scenic Cotswolds, starting and finishing at Cirencester basecamp. Participants can choose from multiple distances including 100km, 75km, 50km, 25km, and a 10km option, suitable for walkers, joggers, and runners of all experien..

The Nene Valley Trail Run is a friendly and scenic off-road running event held at Castle Farm Campsite in Fotheringhay, near Peterborough. Scheduled for June 13, 2026, it offers two race distances: 10 and 20 miles. The courses traverse the beautiful Nene Valley trails, featuring easy tracks through..

The Centurion South Downs Way 100® is a challenging 100-mile non-stop foot race along the entire South Downs Way National Trail in Southern England. Starting near Winchester and finishing in Eastbourne, the course features rolling hills, ancient forts, picturesque villages, and expansive views of th..

The Centurion South Downs Way 50km is a challenging non-stop trail race held entirely within the South Downs National Park in Southern England. Starting at Matterley Bowl near Winchester, the 50km course follows the scenic South Downs Way National Trail, featuring rolling hills, ancient forts, pictu..

The YHA 14 Mile Trail Run is an annual trail running event held in the Southease area, accessible via the Lewes-Seaford train line. The challenging 14-mile course begins with a climb and features slippery, muddy, and chalky terrain, making trail shoes recommended. Participants receive bottled water..