Trail Running calendar near Leighton Buzzard 2025-2026

Run under the stars on the South Downs at The Dark Downs, a dusk to dark looped event at Plumpton Racecourse offering 50k and Half Marathon distances. Enjoy rolling trails, reflective course markings and volunteer aid stations.

Wild Run Cotswolds showcases rugged off road trails on a private estate with fully marked routes, chip timing and a family friendly supporter zone. Entries are limited to 600; choose 10K, half, marathon or the six hour 360 challenge.

Enjoy a scenic riverside run on the Thames Meander Autumn on 4 October 2026, a flat and fast towpath course with 10 km, half marathon and marathon options. Well stocked checkpoints and marshals keep you fuelled and supported.

Discover Wild Run Oxford on scenic trails just minutes from the city centre, with 10K and half marathon routes across smooth and rugged terrain. Licensed by the Trail Running Association and UK Athletics, it offers a genuine trail challenge..

Guided 30 mile trail run through the Surrey Hills from St Martha's Hill, taking in Denbies Wine Estate and the top of Box Hill. Led by an experienced ultra coach, this friendly group run promises an epic day on the North Downs Way for seaso..

Run the Kent Downs Ultra Challenge from a lively Maidstone basecamp with camping, transfers and an on site bar. Choose looped 50 km, 25 km or 10 km routes through the North Downs, past Blue Bell Hill and Leeds Castle for a scenic trail week..

RunThrough Trails Beat Box Hill offers scenic, hilly trail routes of 21k, 31k and 50k across chalk climbs and woodland with stunning views. Enjoy chip timing, kilometre markers, an event village, themed medal and free photos.

Enjoy an autumn run through the woodlands of Cannock Chase with 5K, 10K, half marathon and junior options on scenic forest trails. Expect friendly marshals, an event village, a themed medal, free photos and post race goodies.

Choose a scenic 10k or shorter 5k through the Chiltern Hills around Frieth, combining woodland paths and country roads. Expect rolling climbs and panoramic views for a rewarding, hilly challenge for road and trail runners.

Run a scenic 13.1 miles from High Lodge through Thetford Forest on a traffic free circular trail of sand, grass and woodland paths. Take in autumn colours and wildlife, then celebrate your finish with a well earned medal.

Enjoy a scenic 10k through the woodlands of Limpsfield Common and High Chart in Oxted Surrey, with rolling climbs and a downhill finish. Single lap route suits trail runners seeking a challenging rewarding outing.

Take on the Autumn 100, a 100 mile continuous trail around Goring on Thames on 17 October 2026. Four scenic 25 mile out and back legs along the Thames Path and Ridgeway, with full aid support and a 28 hour cutoff.

Join the Gatliff Marathon on 17 October 2026 for a scenic cross country challenge across Kent, Surrey and Sussex with 25 km and 50 km options. Footpath and track routes, checkpoints and post race food make it a rewarding day for runners of..

Tackle the West Acre Wild 10K Challenge on 18 October 2026 in Westacre, Norfolk, a scenic off road run through undulating bridle paths and woodland. All finishers receive a bespoke stag medal and proceeds support the Purfleet Trust.

Run beneath the tree canopy on traffic free woodland trails at Bedgebury Forest, choosing a half marathon or 10K for a scenic, peaceful race experience. Expect a bespoke medal, free photos and a welcoming atmosphere among towering pines.

Run a scenic point to point ultra from Iffley near Oxford to Henley on Thames, following the Thames Path and Ridgeway over roughly 47 miles of riverside and trail terrain. Enjoy checkpoints, GPS tracking and a rewarding countryside challeng..

Challenge yourself on a scenic 30 mile riverside ultra along the flat trails of the Stort and Lee. Enjoy well stocked checkpoints, friendly support and a club house finish with medal and live results at Bishop’s Stortford.

Run laps around Ferry Meadows at the Pumpkin Plod on 25 October 2026, choosing a 4 or 6 hour timed session. Enjoy multi terrain 5.3 km loops, pick a finisher medal and soak up the scenic lakeside setting.

Experience Irchester Spooktacular, a Halloween night time run through woodland trails with 5k and 2k family options. Fancy dress, themed marshals, medals, Halloween treats and free photos make it a spooky family favorite.

Chiltern Ridge Winter 50K, Saturday 31 October 2026, is a single loop trail from Berkhamsted through Ashridge and the Ridgeway with about 800 m of climbing. A UTMB index event ideal for experienced trail runners seeking scenic winter trails..