Trail Running calendar near Knettishall 2026-2027

Zig Zag Marathon and Half Marathon is on Sunday 10 May 2026 at Suffolk Running Centre in Bury St Edmunds. The marathon follows the measured Kirtling route and the half uses the Windmill route, with aid stations every 10k and a seven hour cu..

Off-road 10k, 5k and junior runs at Milton Creek Country Park on 10 May 2026. The event supports the Oliver Fisher Special Care Baby Trust and includes medals, prizes, pacers and limited free on-site parking.

A self-guided 13-mile run along Letchworth's scenic Greenway trail. This is a run, not a race, due to road crossings. Finishers get a wooden medal and refreshments, with profits supporting a local youth mental health charity.

Explore the beautiful Chiltern Hills on this guided 30km trail running adventure. Enjoy 500m of ascent through woodlands and ridges with professional run leaders and a finishers medal included.

Experience a vibrant trail running series at Dunstable Downs or Bristol. With distances from 1km to 10km, this inclusive event features live music and food for a complete carnival atmosphere.

Experience a cross country run through the Hertfordshire countryside with 5km and 10km distances. This community event in Little Gaddesden includes junior categories and mini races for children.

A multi-terrain 5 kilometre race at West Lodge Farm in Desborough on 13 May 2026, running through fields, woodlands and farm trails. Finishers receive a bespoke medal and a virtual completion option is available; entries close 12 May.

Experience a beautiful coastal journey through Suffolk and Essex on this flat trail ultra for runners and walkers. Choose between 100 mile, 50 mile, or 50 km distances along unspoilt estuaries and quiet heathland.

An inflatable obstacle course 5K at Brands Hatch in Kent on Saturday 16 May 2026. Recent bookings show 205 in the past week and participants report good organisation and onsite support.

A timed lapped event at Mowsbury Park on 16 May 2026 offering distances from 5 km to ultra with a seven hour time limit, flexible start window and both medal and no medal entry options; places capped at 75.

Experience a scenic trail race through the Essex countryside at Cammas Hall Farm. Choose between 5 and 10 mile distances on a course featuring woodland trails, farm tracks, and a welcoming atmosphere for all participants.

The Bury to Clare Challenge is an 18-mile point-to-point journey from Bury St Edmunds to Clare through West Suffolk's countryside. This well-marked run or walk supports St Nicholas Hospice Care. Participants receive a finisher's medal, with..

Experience a guided 36 mile social ultra run along the Boudicca Way through the scenic Norfolk countryside. This non competitive event features qualified leads and regular aid stations for an ideal introduction to long distance trails.

Experience an annual five mile off road run through the scenic Little Haven Nature Reserve. This trail race features woodland paths and spring meadows while raising funds for local hospice care.

Join the first race of the ELVIS 2026 series in Dagenham. This five mile multi terrain event features a three lap course through the scenic Eastbrookend Country Park with on site facilities and chip timing.

A 10k brewery trail event on 21 May 2026 offering a relaxed hike or competitive trail run with a GPX and Strava route. Entry includes a drink, crisps and a finisher medal; limited parking and a small bag drop at the bar are available.

Test your endurance at Hyde Hall Farm with a variety of trail challenges ranging from 10k to a 100 mile ultra. Enjoy a scenic 5.3 km loop with full support including an aid station and on site parking.

Multi distance running event at Grimsthorpe Castle Estate on May 23 to May 24, 2026, with solo races of 10, 40, 70 and 100 miles and a 100 miles team option. The marked 10 mile loop passes woodland, estate roads and a lakeside section.

A 100 mile LDWA walk across Kent and Sussex over the Spring Bank Holiday weekend, visiting Ashdown Forest and sites linked to Winnie the Pooh. Entrants must be LDWA members, meet a qualifier and follow event rules.

A Backyard Ultra at the Lower Red Lion where runners complete a 4.167 mile loop every hour until one remains. Individual entries only, limited to 90, with part of the entry fee donated to local charity Youth Talk.