Trail Running calendar near London 2025-2026

The South Downs 50k is a point-to-point trail race held in the South Downs National Park, running from Falmer to Eastbourne along the scenic South Downs Way. Covering 50 kilometers with over 3,500 feet of elevation gain and descent, the course features mostly runnable grass trails, farm tracks, and..

The Fox is a quintessentially British trail running event set in the picturesque Surrey countryside. It offers three race distances: 20K, 41K, and 62K, all finishing at Burys Field in Godalming. The courses start from different locations, including Godalming, West Clandon, and Merrist Wood College,..

Farmmageddon is an endurance running event held at Hyde Hall Farm, Buntingford, SG9 0RU. Returning for its second year, the event features a challenging 100-mile race completed over 32 hours across two days. The course consists of a 5.3 km loop combining trail, grassland, and some tarmac paths, suit..

The Seven Sisters Half Marathon is a scenic 13.5-mile trail race held in the South Downs National Park, starting and finishing at Helen Garden in Eastbourne. The course follows the South Downs Way, passing through Friston Forest, woodland trails, the iconic Seven Sisters cliffs, and Beachy Head, off..

The Ridgeway Challenge is an 86-mile (139 km) point-to-point trail running race along the entire length of The Ridgeway National Trail in England. Starting at Ivinghoe Beacon in Hertfordshire and finishing at the historic Avebury Stones in Wiltshire, the course follows a path used for over 5,000 yea..

The Castle Trails 30km is a scenic point-to-point trail race in Kent, launching in 2026 as part of the Three Castles 50km Ultra weekend. Starting at Little Fant Farm near Maidstone and finishing in Tonbridge, the course follows the River Medway, passing historic sites like East Farleigh’s stone brid..

The Beat the Sunset 50km is a multi-terrain ultramarathon held in the Thames Valley, starting and finishing at Summerleaze Park in Maidenhead, Berkshire. The flat, single-lap course covers 50 kilometers with 235 meters of elevation, featuring 75% off-road trails along the Thames Path, Jubilee River,..

The Three Castles 50km Ultra Marathon is a scenic race held in Kent, England, starting in Rochester and finishing at Tonbridge athletics track. The flat course follows the River Medway, passing three medieval castles, charming villages, and lush countryside along the Medway Valley Walk. Runners expe..

The Circuit du Sore Legs is a unique running event held at Wodson Park Sports and Leisure Centre in Ware, Hertfordshire. Participants run on a traffic-free 400-meter athletics track, with distances ranging from 5k to a 6-hour challenge, including half marathon, full marathon, and 50k ultra options...

The Sundowner Marathon is a unique running event held in Purleigh, Chelmsford, England. This marathon offers a scenic course that takes participants along canals, over waterfalls, through vineyards, woodland, and coastal saltmarshes. The race starts early on a summer evening and continues into the n..

The Suffolk Back Yard Ultra is a highly competitive endurance running event held at High Lodge in Thetford Forest, Suffolk. Participants run a 4.167-mile loop every hour on the hour, continuing until only one runner completes a loop within the hour time limit. The course is flat, wide, and scenic, f..

The Valley of the Owls Run is a multi-distance running event held at the Suffolk Running Centre in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. The scenic course passes through the village of Ousden, known as the Valley of the Owls, featuring some of England’s oldest roads and beautiful countryside. Runners can choose..

The Centurion South Downs Way 50km is a challenging non-stop trail race held entirely within the South Downs National Park in Southern England. Starting at Matterley Bowl near Winchester, the 50km course follows the chalk ridgeway and the South Downs Way National Trail, finishing at Queen Elizabeth..

The Nene Valley Trail Run is a friendly and scenic off-road running event held at Castle Farm Campsite in Fotheringhay, near Peterborough. Scheduled for June 13, 2026, it offers two race distances: 10 and 20 miles. The courses traverse the beautiful Nene Valley trails, featuring easy tracks through..

The Centurion South Downs Way 100® is a 100-mile non-stop ultramarathon held annually in Southern England, following the entire South Downs Way National Trail from near Winchester to Eastbourne. The course features rolling hills, ancient forts, picturesque villages, and expansive views across the We..

The YHA 14 Mile Trail Run is an annual trail running event held in the Southease area, accessible via the Lewes-Seaford train line. The challenging 14-mile course begins with a climb and features slippery, muddy, and chalky terrain, making trail shoes recommended. Participants receive bottled water..

Beyond Trails London is a trail running event set in Greater London, offering two distances: a 25km trail and a 55km ultra. The routes follow parts of the Capital Ring footpath, showcasing iconic landmarks such as Eltham Palace, Wimbledon Common, and Richmond Park, alongside hidden trails, parks, wo..

The Three Shires Way Ultra & Marathon, organized by Race Harborough, is a trail running event held in the rural landscapes and ancient woodlands of Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, and Northamptonshire. The event features two distances: a 50-mile ultra and a marathon, both suitable for beginners and e..

The Solstice at the Lakes will take place in Aylesford from Saturday 20 June 2026 to Sunday 21 June 2026. You can run between 6 and 24 hours.

The Dunstable Downs Half Marathon is a rugged, off-road trail running event held at the National Trust's Dunstable Downs estate in the UK. Covering 21.2 km with over 450 meters of elevation, the course features chalk ridge trails offering stunning ridgeline views, challenging hills, exhilarating des..