Trail Running calendar near Hurst 2026-2027

Experience an annual fun run at Barton Abbey in Oxfordshire featuring 10k and 5k courses on undulating terrain. Join several race distances or a flexible family fun run to support the maintenance of Steeple Barton Church.

A multi terrain 10 km and canicross event at Ridgeway View Campsite near Wallingford, with two water stations, chip timing and a medal. Finishers receive a pint cup and a free drink and the event raises funds for the Thames Valley Air Ambul..

Timed laps on a 5.3 km riverside course along the Thames allow runners to build distances from 5 km up to ultras. First 50 entries receive a black and yellow plushie and a Feisty mini me medal; a no medal option is available.

The Bradenham Blast is a scenic 10km trail race through the Chilterns. The hilly course features beech woodlands and a final 3km downhill stretch. It offers finisher medals, photography, and prizes for top runners and teams.

A 50 mile fully marked loop through the Chiltern Hills with 5600 feet of climb, five aid stations, on course medical support and a 13 hour cut off. The race starts and finishes in Goring on Thames and requires a marathon qualifier.

A single-stage trail race of about 47 miles along the Cotswold Way from Chipping Campden to Painswick, featuring steep climbs, varied surfaces, on-course support, live tracking and a finishers medal.

A single stage, approximately 102 mile trail race along the Cotswold Way from Chipping Campden to Bath, with a 32 hour completion time and route markers, support stations and medical cover on the course.

A trail event at Loddington Farm offering 25 km, 50 km and a single-loop 100 km across the North Downs Way, Greensand Way and Weald Way, with checkpoint support, a race village and on-site camping.

A trail running event at Hyde Common in the New Forest on 20 September 2026 offering 18 miles, marathon and 50km ultramarathon routes with marked courses, multiple aid stations, a bespoke finisher medal and a tree-planting option.

Experience the rolling Northamptonshire countryside with a half marathon or five mile trail race. Enjoy scenic views across bridleways and footpaths before celebrating with local medals and homemade village cakes.

A looped technical trail in the New Forest with a Grade I listed manor house backdrop. Runners choose distance on the day from 5K up to ultra marathon and receive a medal after one loop.

Experience a scenic trail run through the Huntingdonshire countryside with the Ouse Valley Way Marathon and Half Marathon. These flat point to point races follow the river along a mix of grass gravel and tarmac paths.

A coastal trail event near Swanage on 20 September 2026 offering a full marathon and a 16 mile race. The licensed event requires specific safety kit and supports local charities while showcasing the Jurassic Coast and Purbeck Hills.

Join this flexible timed event along the flat River Thames towpath in Walton on Thames. Complete as many laps as you like over seven hours to achieve distances from 5km to an ultra marathon.

Looped trail event in the Chilterns based at Henley on 26 September 2026. Offers 50 km, 25 km and 10 km distances with covered rest stops, GPS tracking, medical support and camping at basecamp.

Experience an obstacle course weekend at Pippingford Park featuring distances from 5k to 50k. Run through rolling hills and rugged trails as you tackle the British OCR Ultra Championship or complete your Trifecta challenge.

The Hard Yard is a 10 mile trail race at Chilton Manor Farm on 26 September 2026, using private trails and a one mile yew tree lined finishing avenue. The course gains about 240 m and includes water stations, medics and event photography.

The Endless Garden is a last-person-standing Backyard Ultra marathon. Runners tackle a 4.167-mile loop every hour from a base at The Waggoners Pub, where spectators and crews are welcome. The event includes drink vouchers and a special pub..

Experience an autumn run through scenic pumpkin fields and farm tracks in Colchester. With 10k, 5k, and 1k distances, this flat off road event features chip timing and a family friendly event village.

The Forest of Dean Autumn Half Marathon is a measured 13 miles 192.5 yards race on forest trails with no road crossings. Organised by the Rotary Club of the Royal Forest of Dean, the event raises funds for local and national charities.