Trail Running calendar near Lode 2026-2027

A spring, group-led trail run of around **10 km** through bluebell woods near Tring in the Chiltern Hills, with Run Leaders, trail-running tips, bag storage and nearby cafes. Dog friendly with cani-cross equipment.

A multi-terrain 5 km race at Fineshade Wood on Sunday 26 April 2026 as Race 1 of the Northants 5K Series. The event includes bespoke finish medals, a virtual completion option with posted medals, and ANPR cashless parking.

A guided 10 km group run at High Lodge in Thetford Forest for Forestry England members only. Runs are led at a conversational pace on mostly flat woodland trails with parking available.

Guided trail runs at High Lodge in Thetford Forest combine running on miles of woodland trails with facts about the forest and practical trail running tips. Routes include 10k and 16k options and events include both paid and free entries.

A five round summer trail series at Langdon Discovery Nature Park beginning 28 Apr 2026. The first race is a 5k for ages 12 and over, with on the day entries charged at the same price as online.

Enjoy a flexible 7 hour time challenge along the scenic River Thames in Egham. Run or walk as many laps as you choose to earn a medal and special distance pins at this inclusive midweek event.

A marked 100 mile point to point trail race from Richmond in London to Oxford with a 30 hour time limit, held mainly on groomed paths and paved pathways under a UKA permit.

Experience a guided 30 mile group run through the Surrey Hills featuring the North Downs Way and the Greensand Way. This non competitive ultra includes summits like Leith Hill and expert coaching throughout the journey.

Experience the scenic trails and woodland paths of Hampstead Heath in this annual charity event featuring chip timed races and a community fun run with views of the London skyline.

A 5 kilometre obstacle course at Stoneleigh Park on 02 May 2026 with climb crawl and slide challenges. Minimum fundraising target is £50 and the event is not suitable for wheelchair users.

Experience a guided group trail run through the Surrey Hills designed to reach 1000m of elevation. This non competitive 12.5 mile journey features technical climbs and woodland trails led by an experienced mountain leader.

Take on a coastal adventure with sandy trails and undulations in the Heritage Coast Run. Choose between a 10k or half marathon, both sharing a scenic, mostly off-road route. There's even a special 10k category for runners with dogs.

A guided 5 km trail run in the Chiltern Hills on 3 May 2026 followed by a Movement Project class. Participants are grouped by ability and supported by Run Leaders; facilities include a cafe, toilets and bag drop.

A friendly trail run on Headley Heath near Leatherhead with a two lap 10 km route through open and woodland paths. The undulating course has a small hill on each lap and offers scenic views and bluebells.

A 23-mile stage relay along the Roach Valley Way run by teams of four, where teams navigate using maps and way markers. The event raises funds for Havens Hospices and awards team prizes and medals to finishers.

A guided **10 km** group trail run at High Lodge in Thetford Forest, led at a conversational pace and organised by ESCAPE trails. Mostly flat woodland trails on mixed surfaces, with a participant fee and parking charge.

Take on the Freddo Mercury Rhapsody Run along a flat riverside towpath at Xcel SPORTS HUB, logging as many 5.3 km laps as you can within a relaxed 7 hour limit. Rock up in a 1.5 hour start window or request a time, with aid stations and opt..

Kick off the championship series with this 15k spring trail run in Boreham. Enjoy a scenic route consisting of 95% off road paths through footpaths and bridleways with on site amenities and optional swim access.

A six hour looped trail event at Beacon Hill Country Park on 8 May 2026 featuring a 3.3 mile off road circuit. Runners choose how many laps to do, may continue into dusk and darkness, and must carry a head torch after dusk.

A 100 kilometre trail ultramarathon in the Chiltern Hills on 9 May 2026, following an anticlockwise loop past Ashridge, Coombe Hill and Whiteleaf. The fully marked route has open GPS tracking, six checkpoints and a 250 runner limit.