Trail Running calendar near Leighton Buzzard 2026-2027

A 52 miles, 7,000 ft route across the South Downs National Park, starting and finishing at Plumpton College and visiting towns such as Lewes and Alfriston. Six checkpoints, on-route support and finisher certification are provided; it is a q..

A ten day running series in Walton on Thames from 22 to 31 August 2026 offering daily themed rubber ducks and ten giant spinning ducky medals, with distances from 5 km to ultra and certified out-and-back routes along the Thames towpath.

Combined half and full marathons run through Richmond Park on 23 August 2026, using a lap route from Sheen Gate that follows the Tamsin Trail with aid stations and finishers receiving a medal, mug and buff.

A point to point mixed terrain 15 Mile and Marathon following the Old Way from Mayflower Park, featuring coastal landmarks and a short boat crossing of the Hamble River. Finishes are at Titchfield Abbey and Boundary Oak School.

A South Downs trail running event based at Lancing College offering 5K, 10K, Marathon and 50K routes across grassy trails, chalk paths and ridgelines, with marked, chip-timed courses and aid stations.

Experience a scenic run through the historic Richmond Park on this UK Athletics Affiliated course. Choose between a half or full marathon distance following the trails and private roads of London’s largest Royal Park.

A trail run entirely within Richmond Park offering half marathon and marathon distances, a route past the White House and park lakes, and on-course drinks and feed stations.

A self-navigation marathon along the Colne Valley Path from Stambourne, passing Great Yeldham and the mighty oak, finishing on the Cymbeline meadows. Aid stations are placed about every 10 km and the event is cupless.

A ten kilometre trail run on 23 August 2026 using the original predominately anti clockwise route, with a limited edition event T shirt included and results posted within 48 hours.

A last person standing backyard ultra at Gosfield School in Essex where runners repeat *4.167-mile* loops each hour until one runner remains. The event includes camping, showers, a small aid station and a prize for the winner.

London Backyard Ultra at Frylands Wood Scout Outdoor Centre on 29 August 2026 asks runners to complete *four miles* each hour until one remains. The event includes parking for one car, hot showers, water, drinks, snacks, and photography.

An obstacle mud run near Dorking in Surrey on a permanent year-round assault course, featuring muddy trails, water sections and climbing challenges. Distance options include 5 km, 10 km and a 7 km assault course; teams and charity entries a..

Nottingham Running Festival at Nottingham Racecourse in Colwick Country Park features a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and junior race, supports Nottinghamshire Hospice, and includes medals, free photos, chip timed results and an event village.

Experience a flat trail run through the scenic Alexandra Gardens with stunning views of Windsor Castle. Choose between 10k and half marathon distances with chip timing and free race photos included in a historic UK setting.

An England Athletics affiliated club in Pershore, Worcestershire, Pershore Plum Plodders runs weekly parkrun meetups and Plod Nights, operates a members-only kit shop, and organises the annual Plum 10k with published results for recent year..

Take on the Muntjac 15, a 15 mile trail around Danbury Essex with 1600 ft of climbing across scenic woodland and technical singletrack. Enjoy a well stocked checkpoint, a quality memento and bespoke local trophies.

A trail and rural road event around Woldingham, offering a 13.1 mile lap used once for the half and twice for the full marathon, with sections on the North Downs Way and Vanguard Way and a finish at Woldingham School.

Experience a scenic trail run through the grounds of Shoreham Woods in Kent. This chip timed 10k event features woodland paths and supports the local environment and dementia research.

MacTuffX Bedford on 30 August 2026 features individual and team formats using 10x400m and 10x800m leg structures. Entry is for participants aged 18 or older and fees vary by category.

A looped off road ultrarunning event at Top Barn Campsite with 24 hour, 12 hour 50 mile challenge and a new 6 hour option, on a well marked circa 5.6 mile course with camping, water stations and medals.