Trail Running calendar near Hitchin 2025-2026

Run along the banks of the River Thames in Henley with half marathon, 10K and junior races, chip timing, unique medals and free race photos. Event village serves food and drinks and the event supports the Royal Berks Charity.

Tackle the Rosebud Marathon, a scenic 26.2 mile section of the Rose of the Shires Ultra around Northampton. Expect mixed trail and road terrain, live GPS tracking, manned checkpoints and a finisher medal.

Spring Run the Seasons Cowdray on April 11 offers scenic trail races across Cowdray Estate and the South Downs, with distances for kids, juniors and adults plus dog friendly CaniRun options. Enjoy varied trails and country views for all abi..

Tackle scenic chalky trails around the South Downs and Ditchling Beacon at the Maverick East Sussex Trail in Stanmer Park. Choose from 21 km, 13 km or 5 km routes with rolling hills, great views and a lively community atmosphere.

Join a guided trail marathon through the Chilterns and Ridgeway into Wendover Woods, tackling rolling hills and technical single track while qualified run leaders steer small ability groups. Midway refreshments and a wooden Run the Wild fin..

Join the Battle of the Brampton Valley Way, a one day 28 mile ultra along the traffic free route between Northampton and Market Harborough. Choose your start end, expect two dark tunnels so bring a head torch, enjoy feed stations and a fini..

Run the picturesque grounds of Haughley Park on 12 April 2026 with distances from 5k to ultra for all abilities. Limited to 300 runners, the event features lap formats, a bespoke finisher medal and a friendly community atmosphere.

Join a scenic 10k trail around Kings Cliffe, starting and finishing at KC Active amidst rolling Northamptonshire countryside. The well marked loop uses tracks and disused railway lines, with marshals, an aid station and eco friendly water r..

Take on the 42 km Brighton Trail Marathon through the South Downs from Stanmer Park to Hove Lawns on 12 April 2026. Hilly chalk ridgelines, woodland and a finish on the Brighton Marathon route promise a scenic, rewarding challenge.

Kick off spring with the inaugural High Lodge Wild Trail Runs at Thetford Forest on 12 April 2026, choose a chip timed 5 km or 10 km and enjoy fully supported forest trails. All finishers get a medal, Wild Deer merch, a snack and a drink.

Set off from Windsor Racecourse on looped 10 km, 25 km and 50 km routes that sweep through Windsor Great Park, past Windsor Castle and along the Thames Path. Fully signed and supported with rest stops, catering and app tracking for walkers..

Run the Chiltern Ridge Classic 51K with 996m of climb across Ashridge, Ivinghoe Beacon and The Ridgeway from Berkhamsted Castle to Wendover. A UTMB Index event limited to 400 runners with a fully marked course and aid stations.

Run the Spring Trail Series at Cowdray Estate where the Serpent Trail winds through greensand hills, rivers and woodland. Distances from 12 km to 110 km, with food, camping and relaxed cutoffs for a friendly, well supported day.

Tough but rewarding 10 km fell race around Chingford with 450 m of climbing, hosting the first ever Essex County Championships. Pre entry only and open to Essex eligible runners aged 16 and over, with teams welcome.

Run the Roman Ramble at Billingford Lakes on 19 April 2026 on trails with distances from 5k to ultra. Entries capped at 300, no cups provided so bring your own bottle, and finishers receive a bespoke medal.

Run the South Downs at the Grand National 10 km Trail Run in Findon, a charity supporting local causes with bespoke medals for all. Choose 10 km, 5 mile, Canicross or kids 2 km fun run and enter the fancy dress Filly or Colt contest.

The Thames Ring Series is a multi distance trail event from Streatley on Thames, featuring the roughly 250 mile Thames Ring 250 counterclockwise loop along canals and towpaths. Scenic and largely flat, it takes place 22 to 26 April 2026.

The Other Run offers 5k, 10k, half marathon, marathon and ultra on scenic, mildly undulating quiet roads near Bury St Edmunds, plus bespoke finisher medals and a lucky dip option. Capped at 300 runners with parking included, it promises a f..

Test your navigation skills at The Drop Winchester, a point to point challenge where you are driven blindfolded to a mystery drop and must find your own way back to HQ. Choose 10 or 15 mile routes and surrender devices for a true adventure.

Challenge yourself on the Coventry Way Challenge, a one day 41.4 mile circular walk or run around Coventry through Warwickshire countryside and mainly off road terrain. Enter solo or as a relay team and celebrate at the finish with a hot me..