Trail Running calendar near Ilford 2026-2027

Beachy Head Marathon Weekend is a multi-distance trail event at Bede's Prep School on 24 October 2026. Races include Ultra, Marathon, Half Marathon and 10k; runners note scenic, hilly routes and strong volunteer support.

A 47 mile point to point ultra along the Thames Path from Iffley to Henley on Thames, with mixed trail and road terrain, five aid stations, mandatory kit requirements and real time GPS tracking. The event has an 11.5 hour cut off.

A 30 mile out and back along the River Stort and Lee Navigation on mostly flat grassy and gravel trails, with checkpoints every five miles, electronic timing and a finisher medal; trophies for the top three men and women.

A timed event at Ferry Meadows, Peterborough using a 5.3k mixed footpath and trail loop. Runners may cover varied totals in four-hour or six-hour formats, with lap aid station support and bespoke finisher medals or a non-event medal option.

Experience a timed anti clockwise loop around Canvey Island featuring sea wall paths and coastal trails. This self supported adventure includes a unique pub check point and follows the scenic King Charles III England Coast Path.

ATW Grafham 5K and 10K at Grafham Water on 25 October 2026 features 5K and 10K races alongside the ATW Grafham Duathlon. Camping is available and the event supports Alzheimer’s Research UK.

Off-road marathon and half marathon south of Canterbury on scenic trails and country lanes. The Marathon requires navigation and mandatory kit; OpenTracking is available and £1 from each entry supports the Kent Neuro Therapy Centre.

Looped 7K and 10K courses near Chalfont St Peter and Gerrards Cross let entrants choose distances from 7K to 40 mile ultra on the day, with aid station, drop bag access, pacers, crew support and medical cover.

A Halloween themed night run at Irchester Country Park on 30 October 2026, offering a 5k race and a 2k family fun run on marked woodland trails. Entries include a finishers medal, free photos and a bag of Halloween treats.

A 5 mile timed, self-navigated night trail on 30 October 2026, run mostly through forest and downland. Fancy dress is encouraged with trophies and a post-run dessert for winners, and a tail runner will sweep the course.

Single-loop 50K trail race around the Chilterns starting and finishing in Berkhamsted on 31 October 2026. The fully marked route includes three full aid stations, one water point, and a required kit list for runners.

Experience a festive 6.66 km Halloween trail run starting and finishing at a local brewery in Chelmsford. Participants enjoy a costume focused event with medals and drinks for finishers in a social atmosphere.

An evening lap-based trail event in Alice Holt Forest offering 5 km, 10 km and 15 km options, one outpost per lap, a reusable cup policy and basic on-site services including free parking and event timing.

Run on the Blue Flag sands of West Wittering beach at low tide, with panoramic coastal views. Choose from three distances on this firm, scenic course with water stations.

Trail races at Wendover Woods on 1 November 2026 include marathon, half marathon, 10k and a junior run on hilly, multi terrain forest trails with route maps and a six hour cut off.

A 5 mile out and back Night and Dawn run in November that takes runners through the 422 metre Oxendon Tunnel with mood lighting. Entries are available for one or both races and finishers receive a medal.

Two days of marathon and half marathon races around Caldecotte Lake in Milton Keynes on 6 and 7 November 2026, with multi-lap clockwise courses, on-course water and toilets, enforced time limits, and bespoke finisher medals.

Take on flat, scenic laps along the Thames towpath in Walton on Thames with flexible starts and distances from 5 km to ultra. Limited places, aid stations, digital results and medals make this a friendly, festival style challenge.

This popular trail run starts at Goodwood Racecourse and explores the scenic paths of the South Downs National Park. Runners can enjoy varied terrain and beautiful views before finishing back at the iconic venue.

Night trail running at Stonor Park with three route distances and one outpost on the middle and long routes. Participants must use a headtorch, bring a reusable cup, and note that headphones are not permitted.