Trail Running calendar near Luton 2026-2027

Community road races of 10K, 5K and a 1K children's race near Much Hadham, organised by The Bishop's Stortford High School. Traffic free measured courses with chip timing, finisher T-shirts or an option to have a tree planted.

Two off road races around Bewl Water on 5 July 2026: a 15 mile route that includes the nature reserve and a 5 mile trail. The event is organised by Wadhurst Runners, supports the KSSAA, and features medals, t shirts, cake and beer.

A women only trail event at Denbies Wine Estate in Surrey on 5 July 2026 offering 50K, 25K, 10K and a kids race. No cut offs and options for in person or virtual participation, with profits supporting the SheRACES mission.

Guided 10 km trail runs at Thursley National Nature Reserve with summer sunset and winter night sessions, flat terrain and a section on the boardwalk. Group paced, non competitive runs with headtorch provision and a kit list supplied.

A multi terrain 5 km race at Fermyn Woods Country Park on Wednesday 8 July, part of the Northants 5K Series. All finishers receive a bespoke medal and a virtual entry option is available for those who cannot attend in person.

A *10 km* trail race at Coombe Abbey Park near Coventry on an undulating two lap route through woodland and meadow. Water stations and biodegradable cups are provided and dogs are not permitted.

A multi distance trail event on the Ridgeway on 11 to 12 July 2026, finishing at the Avebury Standing Stones. It offers 50 km and 100 km options with signposted runnable trails, multiple pitstops and basecamp support including hot food and..

Trail running in the Chiltern Hills from Princes Risborough with routes from 8 km to 50 km, mapped GPX files, outposts and timed results. Courses feature woodland singletrack, chalky trails and notable climbs, and the event is not dog frien..

A Mid Suffolk LDWA event on 11 July 2026 offering three waymarked routes of 13.5, 23 and 31.5 miles along the River Rat with checkpoints, refreshments and 10 historic churches on the longest course.

Enjoy scenic trail laps at Bawsey Country Park in the Norfolk Festival of Running, with distances from 5k to ultra for all abilities. Small field, aid station each lap and flexible lap options make for a friendly, challenging day.

Ultra:5K 2026 invites runners to tackle repeated 5 km laps on the hour for 3, 5 or 10 laps, testing endurance on a hilly, twisty trail near Bedford. Enjoy on course support, a bespoke finisher medal and relaxed festival vibes.

BigHeat CampFIRE is a two day trail running festival at Mill Farm offering a 50 km ultramarathon, marathon, 16 mile, 12 km and a 2 km fun run alongside camping, yoga, live music and on course aid stations.

Join Race The Light at Wendover Woods for scenic, challenging trail races supporting the Chilterns Neuro Centre. Choose from an accessible family friendly loop up to a hilly 5K or 10K and soak up the forest atmosphere.

A 24 hour camping and trail running weekend on the Shotley peninsula with a fully marked 4.3 mile coastal lap over mixed terrain. Entries are open for solo runners and teams up to six, and camping at race HQ is included in the entry fee.

Trail races at Winwick Hall offering fully marked 10k and 5k routes plus a 2k children's fun run, mixed terrain, on course support and parking; proceeds support the Bruce Green Foundation.

A chip timed 10 km on 19 July 2026 in Highfield Park, St Albans, on a flat, single lap route along the Alban Way. The event village includes a free family fun run, food, music and a charity link to Alzheimer's Research UK.

Run 10 or 5 mile trails through scenic Ashdown Forest with big climbs, flowing descents and stunning views. Friendly marshals, well stocked aid stations and bespoke finisher medals make this a rewarding summer challenge.

Day One of the 10 day Great Barrow Challenge at Suffolk Running Centre uses the Denham Flats route and offers distances from 5k to ultra. Parking and a base camp with an aid station are provided and a bespoke medal is awarded each day.

Take on a scenic 7 hour timed challenge along the River Thames at Wraysbury, choosing how many laps to run from a 3 km minimum up to 50 km or ultra distances. Finishers from 3 km earn a medal and everyone gets goody bags with vegan options.

Scenic flat trail around Maidenhead Commons and Summerleaze Lake on 26 July with 5K to half marathon options. Event base at the Sports Bar with marshals, chip timing, unique medal and free race photos for a friendly community day.