Trail Running calendar near Irchester 2026-2027

A series of fully marked, fully supported trail and ultra events in the UK that focus on a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere with generous cut-offs and runnable countryside courses.

An 81 mile single loop ultra on the Bunyan Way in Bedfordshire with a 24 hour cutoff, 1,219 metres of climb and seven aid stations. The runnable country route features live tracking, medical cover and a bespoke finisher medal and T shirt.

A trail running event in Alton on 12 September 2026 offering a 10 km trail and a 2 mile fun run. The route uses gravel tracks and woodland trails and passes through the grounds of Alton Castle; medals for all finishers.

A scenic trail 10 km route around Cleveland Lakes organised by the Cotswold Lakes Trust, featuring flat tree lined paths and water views. Participants must be 15 years or older and accept the event terms and conditions.

A trail running event on 13th September 2026 in Seale, based at Myrtle’s Courtyard, with marathon and half marathon routes along the Pilgrims Way and North Downs Way that raise funds for local charities.

A Peak District trail event at Bakewell Showground offering three routes that follow the Monsal Trail and River Derwent, with chip timing, water stations and a finisher medal.

Tackle the Ilam Three Peaks fell race on Sun 13 Sep 2026 in the Peak District, a punchy 6.4 km route with 520 m of climb across classic fell terrain. Pre entry required, so book early for this steep, scenic challenge.

A 10 km trail race in Sandridge, St Albans on 13 September 2026, starting and finishing at Sandridge Primary School playing field. Organizers publish route information and FAQs, and the event is supported by Sandridge Parish Council.

TrailFest at Holdenby House offers four traffic free trail distances inside a private estate, with routes on farm tracks, field edges and through a small wood, plus rolling hills and open countryside views.

An annual trail event on rough tracks around Ashtead Common offering a 10K and a 2k kids run while raising funds for local charities. The undulating course forbids earphones and encourages low impact travel to the nearby train station.

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.

SOX 10 km on 13 September 2026 at Ridgeway View Campsite near Wallingford features a multi terrain 10 km and a canicross 10 km, finishers get a medal, pint cup and free drink while fundraising supports the Thames Valley Air Ambulance.

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.

Teddy Bear Run in Aston Park, Birmingham brings families together for 2.5K or 5K courses, a finisher teddy, and a teddy bears picnic. Participants are invited to fundraise for Birmingham Children’s Hospital with a suggested minimum of £10.

A seven-hour lapped trail event near Hitchin on a 5K off-road loop, with a Mini Mile and virtual option, event village amenities, parking and some proceeds donated to a local charity.

An off-road, timed 5K and 10K in the Essex countryside with a fully marshalled footpath route, village-hall finish, and fundraising support for the local Scout Group and tree-planting.

A single-loop 50 mile race in the Chilterns on 19 September 2026, featuring about 5600 ft of climb, five aid stations, full medical support and a marked course; organised by Centurion Running from Goring Village Hall.

A single stage trail running event of about 47 miles along the Cotswold Way National Trail from Chipping Campden to Painswick. The route uses public rights of way, features varied terrain, has food stations and live tracking, and a 15 hour..

An hourly-loop endurance event in Wyre Forest where runners repeat a 6.7 km forest loop until the last runner remains or 24 hours elapse; wooden medals are given to all and a wooden trophy to the overall winner.

Trail event at Suffolk Running Centre offering 5k, 10k, half marathon, marathon and ultra on social out and back routes. Aid stations every 10 km, parking included, bespoke finisher medals and a seven hour cutoff.