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.

Kick off the championship series with this special Spring trail run. The 15 km course is over 95% off-road and used only for this seasonal event. It starts and finishes at the scenic Trifarm lake.

A new ultramarathon festival in Suffolk offers 50 km and 50 mile trail races. The event includes GPS tracking, checkpoint support, and a finish line meal. It is open to runners aged 20 and over, with a focus on inclusivity.

A 5k at Banham Zoo on 9 May 2026 that includes a lap around the zoo and full-day zoo entry. Entry supports conservation, offers a finisher medal and fundraising prizes, with spectator tickets available at set prices.

A marathon in May 2026 marking the 30th edition, organised by Halstead Road Runners on scenic low traffic roads around Halstead Leisure Centre in North Essex. Part of the Essex Road Running Championships with a strong volunteer and charity..

Road marathon and half marathon at Suffolk Running Centre near Bury St Edmunds, using the Kirtling and Windmill routes. Aid stations every 10 km, parking included, cupless policy, bespoke medals and a seven hour marathon cut off.

A coastal ultra-marathon along the wild North Essex and South Suffolk coastline. Choose from 100-mile, 50-mile, or 50km distances on a flat, scenic course. The event offers full support with indoor checkpoints, finisher rewards, and is a UT..

Celebrate the 43rd edition of the Stort10, a highly-rated trail race in the Essex countryside. Choose between a 10-mile or 5-mile course on farm tracks and woodland trails starting from Cammas Hall Farm. Enjoy the inclusive atmosphere with..

Take on 18 miles of scenic Suffolk countryside from Nowton Park to Clare Castle Country Park, running or walking at your own pace. With a friendly atmosphere, medal for all finishers and support for St Nicholas Hospice, this is a challenge..

Join a guided 36-mile ultra run along Norfolk's scenic Boudicca Way, from Diss to Norwich. It's a social, non-competitive event perfect for a first ultra, with aid stations and a medal included. The pace is relaxed and determined by the gro..

An evening event at Chelmsford Brew Co offering a GPX/Strava 10 km trail run or a relaxed hike, with entry including a drink, crisps and a finisher's medal; under 18s are not permitted.

Run the scenic Angles Way Ultra along the flat Waveney valley from Thetford to Great Yarmouth, with 50 km and 100 km options finishing by the sea. Fully waymarked and timed, cupless with checkpoints and coach transfers, this is a friendly t..

The Sundowner Trail Marathon on 6 June 2026 is an evening 27 mile trail through saltmarsh, canal towpaths, vineyards and forests. Limited to 50 runners, this intimate race offers checkpoints, a finish memento and a bespoke local beer.

A multi-distance road and trail event around Ousden and Bury St Edmunds offering 5k, 10k, half, marathon and ultra options. Aid stations appear every 10k, parking is included and bespoke finisher medals are provided.

Explore the coast of Thanet on this unique beach and trail run. The 10Bay Challenge offers two distances—a 15-mile or a 10k route—taking you across sands, promenades, and cliff tops during low tide.

A 10K held within Sandringham Estate on 12 June 2026, combining trail and road sections with chip timing, a finisher medal and a water station at about 5 km. Runners must be 16 or older and the event follows UK Athletics rules.

Run the Maldon Ultras on 20 and 21 June 2026 in Maldon, with 100 mile, 50 mile and 30 mile lapped races across fields, woodland and vineyards with estuary views. Small fields and scenic off road laps make for a friendly yet fierce ultra.

The Fen Gallop features flat 10k and 4-mile multi-terrain races on country paths around Willingham. Both events start and finish at the recreation ground. A chipped timing system is used for all participants.

The Rodent Wriggle features three scenic routes through Mid Suffolk's countryside, winding along the River Rat past historic churches. Refreshments await at checkpoints, and all finishers get a certificate. Entry is capped at 165 participan..

Multi distance trail event at Bawsey Country Park with lap based half, marathon and ultra options. Aid stations each lap, parking included and the event is cupless so participants should bring their own bottles.