Trail Running calendar near Knettishall 2026-2027

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.

The Aldbury 5 is a classic 5-mile cross country run through Ashridge Forest. This event has been a fixture for over 30 years. It finishes with prizes sponsored by the local Greyhound Inn.

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 team relay along The Ridgeway national trail covering 86.5 miles from Ivinghoe Beacon to Overton Hill near Marlborough. Ten legs traverse off road hilly terrain, with specific gender leg rules and teams providing their own support.

A guided 10 km trail run at High Lodge in Thetford Forest on 28 June 2026, led at a conversational pace with groups set by ability; entry costs £12.50 and parking is charged at £4.

A 5k obstacle event on Blackheath Common on 28 June 2026 organised by Cancer Research UK. Participants aged 13 and over tackle muddy obstacles at their own pace while supporting cancer research.

Follow the 82 mile Essex Way trail from Epping tube station to the historic high lighthouse in Harwich. This ultra marathon features mixed terrain and 3,469 feet of elevation with full GPS tracking and five checkpoints.

A guided 10 km trail run from Taverham along parts of the Mariotts Way through fields and woodland, led at a conversational pace with ability-based groups and a qualified run leader.

Race 2 of the Orion Harriers Forest Five series takes place on 04 July 2026 at Jubilee Retreat as part of a three-race series with age-category aggregate trophies and prizes for individual and team placings.

A 5k obstacle course at Mote Park, Maidstone, with climbing, crawling and sliding across grass, lake-side paths and cross-country terrain. Entry has an age limit of 13+, published fees, a minimum fundraising target and on-site facilities.

A volunteer-run running event in Willingham, Cambridgeshire with chip timing on flat country roads, footpaths and bridleways. Distances include 10 km and 6.5 km and children's races follow the main events.

A community road race at Jobbers Wood with professionally measured 10k, 5k and a 1k junior race, chip timing, free finisher T-shirts or tree planting options, and fundraising for new school sports facilities.

Ware Festival of Running stages a 10 mile, a 10k and children's races along the River Lee Navigation on Sunday 5 July 2026, with all proceeds to Essex & Herts Air Ambulance and adult finishers receiving a T-shirt and medal.

A Pretty Muddy 5k obstacle course at Fairlands Valley Park in Stevenage with mixed paved and grassy terrain. Participants aged 13 and over take staggered waves, with on-site parking, basic facilities and accessibility support.

Oaks Trail at Rivenhall Oaks golf centre on 05 Jul 2026 offers two unmarked routes of about 6.5 or 3.5 miles, with entry fees split by England Athletics affiliation and proceeds donated to Essex and Herts Air Ambulance Trust.

A community trail run hosted by Muslim Runners in Epping Forest on July 5, 2026. Multiple pace groups and a 30 minute walking option, with bag drop and coffee afterwards at Butlers Retreat.

A multi-terrain 5km in Fermyn Woods Country Park on Wednesday 8th July, part of the Northants 5K Series. Limited parking, bespoke finishers medals and a virtual completion option are available; entries close 23:59 on Tuesday 7th July.