Trail Running calendar near Lowestoft 2026-2027

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 stage trail relay along the Roach Valley Way covering 23 miles in four legs for teams of four. Proceeds benefit Havens Hospices and each leg is timed and scored by marshal teams while runners navigate using maps and way markers.

A guided **10k** group trail run through High Lodge in Thetford Forest, led at a conversational pace on mostly flat woodland trails. The event allows two hours, has a £4 parking charge and an entry fee of £12.50.

A mainly off road 15k trail run at Trifarm, Boreham on 06 May 2026 featuring an anticlockwise route on public footpaths and bridleways, on-site parking, water points and manual timing.

Three trail distances in Suffolk including 50 km and 50 mile ultras plus a full trail marathon, finishing at Nicholas Everitt Park. Entries include checkpoint food, GPS tracking, a medal and prizes for top finishers.

A **5 km** run at Banham Zoo that passes animal enclosures, includes full-day zoo entry and a finisher medal, and raises funds for conservation; spectator tickets and fundraising prizes are available.

A Pretty Muddy 5k obstacle course at Norfolk Showground featuring climb, crawl and slide elements on a mostly flat route contained within the showground. Participants must be 13 or older and a minimum fundraising target of £50 applies.

A road marathon on scenic low traffic lanes around Halstead, marking its 30th running on 10 May 2026. The event is limited to 500 entries, is part of the Essex Road Running Championships and supports local charities.

Road marathon and half marathon from Suffolk Running Centre on measured Kirtling and Windmill routes. Aid stations every 10k, parking included and bespoke finisher medals; the event is cupless so bring your own bottle or cup.

A self‑navigated trail event in Thaxted on 10 May 2026 raising funds for Thaxted Windmill restoration. Two route options are offered, 5 miles (8k) and 8.25 miles (13k), with entry fees and a refreshment voucher included.

A coastal point-to-point trail event in Suffolk and Essex offering 100 mile, 50 mile and 50 km options with GPS tracking, regular checkpoints and a mandatory kit list. Routes run mostly on soft dirt trail through protected landscapes.

Experience a scenic trail race through the Essex countryside at Cammas Hall Farm. Choose between 5 and 10 mile distances on a course featuring woodland trails, farm tracks, and a welcoming atmosphere for all participants.

The Bury to Clare Challenge is an 18-mile point-to-point journey from Bury St Edmunds to Clare through West Suffolk's countryside. This well-marked run or walk supports St Nicholas Hospice Care. Participants receive a finisher's medal, with..

Experience a guided 36 mile social ultra run along the Boudicca Way through the scenic Norfolk countryside. This non competitive event features qualified leads and regular aid stations for an ideal introduction to long distance trails.

A UKA permitted trail race of approximately 5 miles on Galleywood Common on 20 May 2026. The course uses a written route description with no markings or marshals; dogs are not permitted and minimum age is 16.

A 10k brewery trail event on 21 May 2026 offering a relaxed hike or competitive trail run with a GPX and Strava route. Entry includes a drink, crisps and a finisher medal; limited parking and a small bag drop at the bar are available.

Angles Way Ultra is a 100k trail race from Diss to Great Yarmouth along the Waveney valley and Norfolk/Suffolk broads. The waymarked course is mostly flat and includes eight checkpoints, one drop bag point, coach transport and a finishers m..

A canal and coastal trail run from Chelmsford along the Blackwater navigation to Heybridge Basin and Tollesbury. Options include a half marathon and a full marathon, cupless aid stations, a bag shuttle and optional medal selection.

A self-navigation trail race at the Green Man in Toppesfield on 24 May 2026 offering approx 10 miles and 6.2 miles. The event follows UK Athletics rules, uses a written route description and has limited parking.

A four-round trail series on footpaths, fields, woods and some roads held across June to September. All four rounds count toward individual championship scores, with timed results, navigational questions, and t-shirts for those who complete..