Trail Running calendar near Lowestoft 2026-2027

An evening marathon that follows canals, waterfalls, vineyards, woodland and coastal saltmarshes, running from early evening into the night. Registration for the 2026 edition is closed.

A backyard ultra at High Lodge Thetford Forest where runners complete a 4.167 miles loop each hour until one person remains. 6 and 12 hour timed options are available; the open event uses chip timing and offers a £500 prize.

A narrative, self-navigation trail race of about 7 miles on 6 June 2026, run under UK Athletics rules with a permit from the Trail Running Association. Race HQ is in the fete field and each entry includes a £3 tea tent voucher.

A multi-distance event around the village of Ousden in Suffolk, based at the Suffolk Running Centre. Options range from 5k to ultra with aid stations every 10k, on-site parking and a bespoke finisher medal.

A coastal running event from Margate Main Sands with two course options, about 15 miles or a 10k. The route crosses sand, promenade and cliffs through ten bays at low tide, with an event HQ on the beach and nearby seaside amenities.

A scenic 10K around Sandringham Estate on 12 June 2026 with chip timing, a bespoke medal and on course photography. The mixed trail and road route is marshalled and held under UK Athletics and Trail Running Association rules.

A 24 hour trail race around Sandringham Estate with solo and team entries, camping and an event village. The weekend includes a five mile lap format, a children’s one mile fun run, timing, medical support and on-site facilities.

A guided 16k trail run at High Lodge in Thetford Forest with conversational group pacing, forest facts and practical trail-running tips, varied woodland terrain and opportunities to spot wildlife.

A trail event at Colemans Fishery in Rivenhall on 14 Jun 2026 offering two route choices of about 6.5 or 4.2 miles. Entry fees are non-refundable and proceeds go to Essex and Herts Air Ambulance Trust.

A lapped ultramarathon on a 10.15 mile mostly off-road loop around Maldon, with 101.5, 50.75 and 30.45 mile options, chip timing, checkpoints and compulsory kit requirements.

Celebrate the longest day at the Summer Solstice Challenge around Abberton Reservoir, a timed loop with 5 km laps. Run as many laps as you like, earn a medal and support Essex Wildlife Trust.

A muddy 5k at Trinity Park, Ipswich on 21 June 2026 organised by Cancer Research UK. The fairly flat showground course uses grass and paths and includes obstacles to climb, crawl and slide. Minimum fundraising target £50.

An easy paced 5 km trail run through Wyken Vineyards and the surrounding countryside, followed by wood fired flatbreads, locally roasted coffee and music in the vineyard courtyard. In person event for ages 18+ with free parking and limited..

A 24 hour running challenge at Cherry Orchard Country Park where solo runners or teams of up to 12 complete laps of an 8 km countryside route. Charity and standard entry options are available and funds support work to end homelessness in Es..

A guided 10 km trail run at High Lodge in Thetford Forest on 28 June 2026, led at a conversational pace with groups set by ability; entry costs £12.50 and parking is charged at £4.

A guided 10 km trail run from Taverham along parts of the Mariotts Way through fields and woodland, led at a conversational pace with ability-based groups and a qualified run leader.

A volunteer-run running event in Willingham, Cambridgeshire with chip timing on flat country roads, footpaths and bridleways. Distances include 10 km and 6.5 km and children's races follow the main events.

Oaks Trail at Rivenhall Oaks golf centre on 05 Jul 2026 offers two unmarked routes of about 6.5 or 3.5 miles, with entry fees split by England Athletics affiliation and proceeds donated to Essex and Herts Air Ambulance Trust.

A 10 km off road trail race at Trifarm in Boreham on 09 July 2026, mostly on public footpaths and bridleways. On-site parking and registration at the entrance, bottled water at registration and a refill tap by the finish.

A roughly five mile off road trail run at High Lodge Thetford Forest with chipped timing and a finishers medal. Entries are non refundable but transfers to another runner are allowed until 06/07/2026.