Trail Running calendar near Knettishall 2025-2026

Run the Ridgeway Chase, a scenic point to point 60K ultramarathon along the Ridgeway National Trail from Ivinghoe Beacon to near Wallingford. Limited to 200 runners, it offers rolling climbs, reliable aid and sweeping countryside views.

Take on The Griffin Challenge at Braybrooke Taproom near Market Harborough on 3 June 2026, running repeated laps over a scenic crushed stone trail in a six hour timed event. Choose how many laps to attempt and optionally fundraise for Roald..

The Sundowner Trail Marathon on 6 June 2026 is an evening 27 mile trail through saltmarsh, canal towpaths, vineyards and forests. Limited to 50 runners, this intimate race offers checkpoints, a finish memento and a bespoke local beer.

Discover Valley of the Owls Run at Suffolk Running Centre on 7 June 2026, with races from 5k to ultra across scenic looped trails. Small field capped at 300, parking included and bespoke finisher medals make for a memorable day.

Chase The Sun Clapham Common offers flat, scenic 5K and 10K laps around the park, featuring a run past the bandstand and a fast feel under the sun. Finishers get chip timed results, a themed medal, free photos and post race goodies.

Run Sandringham offers scenic 5K and 10K routes through the Sandringham Estate, mixing trail and road surfaces. Enjoy chip timing, bespoke medals and finish goodies as you race in this picturesque royal setting.

Choose 10 miles or 20 miles through rolling Northamptonshire countryside at the Nene Valley Trail Run on 13 June 2026, with fully marked routes, friendly marshals and well stocked aid stations. Camping available at Castle Farm Campsite.

Tackle scenic, hilly forest trails at Wendover Woods with half marathon, 10k and junior options on 14 June 2026. Enjoy multi lap routes, on site cafe and family friendly facilities plus medals and free photos.

Take on the Three Shires Way on 20 June 2026, a point to point trail through ancient woodlands and countryside across Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire. Choose a 50 mile ultra or a marathon, finish at Grafham Water with aid..

Join a scenic trail half marathon across Dunstable Downs with sweeping ridge views, steep climbs and thrilling descents. Limited to 300 runners on 21 June 2026, this challenging 21.2 km course is perfect for elevation lovers.

Take on the Colworth Marathon Challenge over a three day weekend in North Bedfordshire, where three multi terrain races add up to a full marathon. Enjoy free camping, family entertainment and children's races while choosing one, two or all..

Join Cock a doodle Dawdle on 27 June 2026 at Hyde Hall Farm for undulating trails across grassland and paths, with distances from 5k to ultra for all levels. Limited to 300 entries, friendly aid station and bespoke medals add to the charm.

Run scenic forest trails at TrailFest Salcey Forest on 28 June 2026 with 10K, half marathon, marathon or 50 km options. Routes are clearly marked, all finishers get a medal and a Big Bear drink for a memorable day out.

Run the 3 Brewers 10km at 3 Brewers Brewery in the Hertfordshire countryside, or try the new 5km option over mostly off road multi terrain trails. Celebrate with a free pint, live jazz and support charity Earthworks.

Run the full 82 mile Essex Way from Epping tube to Harwich lighthouse over challenging trails and country lanes. Enjoy supported checkpoints, GPS tracking and a 24 hour finish window for an epic route across Essex.

Fen Gallop on Sunday 5 July 2026 in Willingham offers a flat, scenic run through the Cambridgeshire fens with 10 km and 4 mile options. Friendly for families and walkers, the community event raises funds for Willingham School Association an..

Join the Bishop's Stortford Mitre at Jobbers Wood on Sunday 5 July 2026 for chip timed 10K and 5K races plus a fun 1K for kids. Support the Mitre Fund for new school sports facilities and pick a free finisher T shirt or tree planting.

Run the Norfolk Festival of Running at Bawsey Country Park on 12 July 2026 with trail distances from 5k to ultra, including marathon and half. A small field tackles laps on sand, gravel and grass with aid stations each lap. Bring your own b..

Tackle varied off road terrain at Ultra:5K on 12 July 2026 near Bedford, choosing 15 km, 25 km or 50 km by running 5K laps on the hour every hour. All finishers get a bespoke medal and can enjoy sports massage and snacks between laps.

Take on Shotley 24, a 24 hour camping and trail running weekend on a scenic 4.3 mile coastal loop around Shotley peninsula. Solo runners and teams can enjoy mixed terrain, overnight camping at HQ, yoga sessions and post race treats.