Trail Running calendar near Knettishall 2026-2027

A lapped off-road ultra near Maldon on a 10.15 mile loop, offering 100, 50 and 30 mile options with frequent checkpoints, chip timing and evening hot food options.

A 5K off-road trail run around Castle Bytham within the Midsummer Festival, running across Lincolnshire countryside with marshals. Dogs on short non-retractable leads are welcome and junior runners may take part with a registered accompanyi..

A grass‑based 5 km obstacle event at The Rutland Showground on 20 June 2026, organised by Cancer Research UK to raise funds for cancer research. The course includes mud and uneven terrain and has a minimum fundraising target of £50.

A 24 hour running event near Caldecotte Lake around Midsummer, open to individuals and teams of 2 to 6. Runners complete 6.55 mile laps with camping, teepee hire, free snacks and showers on site.

Celebrate the longest day at the Summer Solstice Challenge around Abberton Reservoir, a timed loop with 5 km laps. Run as many laps as you like, earn a medal and support Essex Wildlife Trust.

A trail half marathon across the National Trust's Dunstable Downs covering 21.2 km with about 450 m of ascent. The marked route features two aid stations, a four hour time limit, and a limit of 250 runners on 21 June 2026.

Circular cross country routes of 26 miles and 18 miles around Baldock across undulating fields and woodland, with checkpoints, refreshments and a certificate for finishers.

Trail races in Trent Country Park, Enfield offering 2 km, 4.5 km and 10 km distances. The senior race is chip timed and run under UKA rules while junior and fun races have additional marshals.

A single lap fully off road 10K trail through Panshanger Park on 21 June 2026, passing a 500 year old oak, the Queen’s Wood and the Mimram River. The event includes chip timing, a sustainable finisher’s medal and a Family Fun Run.

A 5k obstacle course at Trinity Park, Ipswich featuring climbs, crawls and slides. Participants must be 13 or older; the course is mainly grass and fairly flat, with on-site parking and basic facilities.

Complete three races over three days to achieve a full marathon distance at the Colworth Estate. This multi terrain event in North Bedfordshire offers distances of 5 miles, 8.1 miles, and a half marathon.

A 24 hour obstacle course event at Belvoir Castle featuring repeated 5 mile loops, named obstacles like an ice dunk and a greased quarterpipe, plus individual, team relay, pit crew, and brunch options.

A trail event at Hyde Hall Farm on 27 June 2026 with distances from 5k to ultra. Onsite parking, a lap aid station, baggage provision and event medals are included.

A multi-distance trail running day at Salcey Forest near Northampton offering 10K, half marathon, marathon and 50 km on mostly hard-packed forest trails. The event is cupless, no dogs are allowed, and all finishers receive a medal and drink..

A countryside trail run at 3 Brewers Brewery in Hertfordshire offering 10 km and 5 km options on mostly off road terrain. Finishers receive a medal, a pint cup and a free drink while the event supports local charity Earthworks.

Silsoe Stride on 28 June 2026 features scenic 5K and 10K races plus children’s runs at Wrest Park. The event is organised by village volunteers and community groups with profits shared among local beneficiaries.

A 5 km off-road fun run and walk at Therfield Heath, Royston, held over two laps to raise funds for Teenage Cancer Trust; entry fees are £12 for under-18s and £18 for adults and places are capped at 700.

A 5.3 mile trail race around Ashridge Woods in Albury on 28 June 2026, organised by Aldbury Sports Club with marshals, water on course and post-race refreshments. Entry fees differ for affiliated and non-affiliated runners.

North Downs Run is a multi terrain 30 km race through the Kent countryside on Sunday 28 June 2026. Entries are open with online entry closing 14 June; fees are £38 affiliated, £40 non affiliated and £45 on the day if places remain.

A ten leg team relay along The Ridgeway, one of England's National Trails covering 86.5 miles. The off road, hilly route finishes in Marlborough and teams compete for the shortest total time with rules on leg composition.