Trail Running calendar near Ingatestone 2025-2026

The Blackwater Marathon is an annual event held at Drapers Farm Sports Club in Heybridge, Essex. Celebrating its 25th edition in 2025, the marathon features a circular route on the north side of the River Blackwater estuary, traversing cross country footpaths and sections of seawall. Participants ca..

The Beachy Head Marathon is one of the UK's largest off-road marathons, held in Eastbourne and running through the scenic South Downs National Park. Formerly known as the Seven Sisters Marathon, it offers a challenging and picturesque course starting and finishing at Eastbourne Seafront near the Sou..

The Thames Trail Ultra is a challenging 47-mile point-to-point ultra-marathon along England’s longest river, the Thames. Starting near Oxford in Iffley and finishing in Henley-on-Thames, the course follows the scenic Thames Path and Ridgeway National Trails, featuring a mix of cross-country trails,..

Running Tribe Races take place in Chalfont St Peter, Buckinghamshire, with two main locations: Chalfont Park Sports Club and Chalfont St. Peter Community Centre. The event offers flexible distances on looped courses ranging from 7k up to ultra marathon distances (30 to 40 miles).Participants can cho..

The Epping Forest Wildwood Trail Series offers a scenic half marathon and 10K trail run set in the heart of Epping Forest near London. Scheduled for October 25, 2025, the event showcases the vibrant autumn colors and ancient woodland, providing runners with a mix of well-maintained paths and natural..

The Thames Path Trail Run is a scenic trail running event held at Windsor Racecourse, winding along the picturesque Thames River and surrounding countryside. Participants can choose between two distances: 21km with 66m elevation gain or 16km with 50m elevation gain. The course is well-marked with pi..

Pumpkin Plod is a timed running event held at Ferry Meadows, one of the largest country parks near Peterborough, UK. Participants run laps of a 5.3 km multi-terrain course featuring gravel footpaths and grassy areas through the forest. The event offers two options: a 6-hour or 4-hour challenge, wher..

The Stort30 Ultra is a classic 30-mile out-and-back ultra running event held in Hertfordshire, starting at the Hockerill Sports and Social Club in Bishops Stortford. The course runs alongside a scenic river, offering beautiful scenery and a flat, fast route ideal for both seasoned and first-time ult..

The Irchester Spooktacular is a Halloween-themed night-time running event held at Irchester Country Park. It features two distances: a 5k race and a 2k Family Fun Run, both set on fully marked woodland trails and tracks. Participants are encouraged to wear fancy dress, with prizes awarded for the be..

The Pre Halloween Coffee and Cream 10k is a night trail running event organized by Multisport-Management. Scheduled for October 30, 2025, this 10-kilometer race offers participants a unique nighttime trail experience just before Halloween. The event is designed to combine the thrill of trail running..

The Plough and Harroween is a 5-mile night trail run held in Friston Forest, Seaford, East Sussex. This self-navigated event follows a GPX route in reverse of the Friston Forest 5, traversing countryside, forest, farm tracks, and downlands with many hills. Participants are encouraged to wear Hallowe..

The Guided Run - Petersfield 10k will take place in Petersfield on Saturday 1 November 2025. You can run 10 kilometers.

The Brewery Trail Run is a 10km (6 miles) trail running event held in the scenic Chiltern Hills near Tring, just 40 minutes northwest of London. Suitable for all abilities, the course features some hills with guided support from experienced trail runners. After the run, participants enjoy a private..

The Fireworks 50 is a 50-mile running event organized by Zig Zag Running, held at Wodson Park Sports and Leisure Centre in Ware, Hertfordshire. Now in its fourth year, this unique race takes place on a traffic-free athletics track, offering runners a safe and controlled environment. Limited to 50 pa..

The Catherine Wheel Canter, hosted by ZigZag Running at Wodson Park Sports Centre in Ware, Hertfordshire, is a unique track running event held as part of the Fireworks Festival of Running. Participants can choose from distances including 5k, 10k, half marathon, full marathon, 50k ultra, or a 6-hour..

The Winter Warrior 50km Ultra is a trail ultramarathon held on November 1, 2025, starting in Trowse, Norwich, and finishing in Diss, following the scenic Boudicca Way. This well-marked 50km course passes through several villages, offering a beautiful yet potentially challenging winter running experi..

The Chiltern Ridge Winter 50K is an autumn/winter trail ultra marathon held in the Chilterns, starting and finishing at Berkhamsted Cricket Club. Covering 50 kilometers with over 800 meters of elevation, the race follows a specially designed looped course featuring woodland trails, scenic views, and..

The Wendover Woods Marathon, Half Marathon, and 10k is a scenic running event set in the picturesque Wendover Woods, Buckinghamshire. Participants can choose from multiple race distances, including a marathon, half marathon, 10k, and a junior run, all featuring a challenging multi-terrain course wit..

Tunnel Vision in Market Harborough is a unique 5-mile out-and-back running event featuring both a Night Run and a Dawn Run. The course includes a memorable passage through the 422-meter-long Oxendon Tunnel, an old railway tunnel that is pitch black but mood-lit for the race, requiring runners to use..

Enigma Fireworks is a running event taking place on November 7th and 8th, 2025, at Caldecotte Lake in Milton Keynes. The event features both a marathon and a half marathon on each day, with participants completing scenic laps around the lake. Runners can expect a supportive environment with race bri..