Trail Running calendar near Kempston 2026-2027

Trail runs and duathlons at Sherwood Pines near Mansfield, set in 3,300 acres of woodland. Distances include a Family 1 Mile, 5km and 10km; 5km and 10km allow one well-controlled dog per runner.

Mince Pi Run on 13 December 2026 at Shalford Park, Guildford offers looped offroad races from 3.14 to 31.4 miles, a Pi marathon option and a one mile fun run shaped like the Pi symbol. The course runs along the water and results are posted..

Seasonal trail races through Salcey Forest on 13 December 2026 offer 10k, 5k and a 1.2 km junior run. The event uses mostly flat forest trails, awards bespoke medals and prizes, welcomes seasonal fancy dress and raises funds for Shelter.

A looped forest event at High Lodge on 13 December 2026 offering distances from 5k to ultra across a 5.3 km lap. Lap options, an on-course aid station, post-run tea and cake and a bespoke medal.

Festive themed half marathon on woodland trails, meadows and country lanes around Mid Suffolk, starting and finishing at Stowmarket Football Club. Manually timed cupless race with water refill, mince pie, photography and optional eco friend..

A pre Christmas anniversary timed run in Stroud on 13 December 2026 with flexible lap-based entry on a 3.28 mile canal route; distances range from 5 km to ultra and all finishers receive a bespoke medal and a memento.

A guided 16k run at High Lodge in Thetford Forest with forest information and practical trail-running tips. Runs are led at a conversational pace and suit road runners taking their first steps into trail running.

Join a festive Christmas run along the flat Jubilee River. Choose your own distance in this 6-hour timed event on a scenic towpath. All finishers receive a bespoke festive medal.

Christmas Canter at Suffolk Running Centre offers 5k, 10k, half, full and ultra distances, a bespoke finisher medal, aid stations every 10k and parking included. The event uses loop and out and back formats and has a seven hour cut off.

A dawn to dusk trail challenge at Box Hill where runners complete laps of a roughly 10 mile loop with about 2,400 ft ascent per lap; entries include insurance, medical cover and a finisher medal.

A 50 km trail ultra along the North Downs Way from Detling to Wye with about 1,000 m of ascent, three checkpoints and mandatory kit requirements. The route passes Boxley Warren, Thurnham Castle, Lenham Cross and the Wye Downs.

A festive trail running day at Wendover Woods on 20 December 2026 offering a Family Santa Mile plus 5 mile and 10 mile options, with medals and seasonal treats for finishers.

A lap-based running challenge at Abberton Reservoir on 20 December 2026. Runners complete repeated 5 km loops on off-road paths, with a free feed station, a medal for all and proceeds supporting Essex Wildlife Trust.

A lakeside Christmas event in Milton Keynes offering marathon and half marathon options with 7½ and 3½ clockwise laps of Caldecotte Lake. Finishers receive a bespoke medal and the event is held under 100 Marathon Club rules.

A 10 km trail run and canicross at Renegade Brewery on the Yattendon Estate. The course is mostly off road with one water refill station and finishers receive a medal, a pint cup with a free drink and a mince pie.

A 7 hour Time Challenge along the River Thames in Staines offering distances from 3 km up to 50 km, medal and goody bag, plus an optional Christmas dinner at The Last Hop.

Final round of a four event winter trail series with over 95% off road on public footpaths and bridleways. Held at Trifarm in Boreham, the event uses a mostly clockwise 10 km course with on site parking and basic facilities.

A looped trail event in Crystal Palace Park where runners complete 2.65 km laps within a 7 hour time limit. Distances range from 5 km to ultra and all participants receive a finishers' medal.

A low key multi-lap half and full marathon along the River Thames in Walton on Thames on 28 December 2026. The UKA certified flat towpath course awards medals to all finishers and has limited places.

A winter cross-country event at Butlers Lands Farm featuring water crossings, Roman Walls, fields and footpaths. Distances are 10K and 10 Mile with entry fees from £32 to £35; finish-line refreshments include mulled wine and mince pies.