Trail Running calendar near Margate 2026-2027

Experience a traffic free 10k trail run through the ancient pollard trees and lakes of Epping Forest. This undulating two lap forest course features chip timing and finisher medals for all participants.

Take on the Gauntlet Treasure Run along a flat riverside towpath in Walton on Thames, doing laps of a 5.3 km out and back to build any distance from 5k to ultra within seven hours. Limited places and every finisher gets a medal.

Experience an evening trail run through Wivenhoe ending with a social gathering at a local pub. This five mile off road event features a mass start and requires a head torch for all participants.

Celebrate the new season with this 10k trail run featuring a unique dusk course and a post race egg hunt. Enjoy a limited edition T shirt and hot refreshments while tackling the scenic terrain.

Join an off road 5k trail race through Westley Heights Country Park and Willow Park. This measured course features a mix of bridleways and tarmac sections for a true countryside running experience.

The Sur les Traces de David (STD) will take place in Valhuon from Saturday 4 April 2026 to Sunday 5 April 2026. You can run 13 kilometers.

The Trail des Épeutnaerts will take place in Moringhem on Saturday 4 April 2026. You can run between 11 and 21 kilometers.

Participate in a self navigation trail race through the Felsted countryside as part of a four day Easter series. Choose between five and nine mile routes using written directions for a unique timing based challenge.

Experience a mini version of the backyard ultra format on a hilly trail course. Complete six yards with a special marathon distance challenge to receive a bespoke memento and local refreshments.

Take on the Unbreakable Treasure Run on 5 April 2026 at Xcel SPORTS HUB, Walton on Thames, running timed laps along a flat riverside towpath from 5 km to ultra. Limited places and a 7 hour time cap make this a focused challenge with a keeps..

The Trail de la Vallée de la Course will take place in Bezinghem on Sunday 5 April 2026. You can run between 5 and 30 kilometers.

Join the third day of the Easter Eggstravaganza Trail Series for a self navigated run through Little Baddow. Choose between five or eleven mile routes using written directions followed by refreshments at the cricket pavilion.

Join the final day of the Easter Eggstravaganza Trail Series for a self navigated 6 mile run starting from the Rose and Crown pub. Finishers receive a voucher and a chocolate treat at this unique timed interval event.

Trail races on the South Downs Way around Stanmer with 21 km, 14 km and 5 km options. Routes pass Ditchling Beacon and include chip timing, a finisher medal, GPX files and on-course support for the longer distances.

Experience the beauty of ancient woodland at the Epping Forest Wildwood Trail Series. Choose between a 10K or half marathon distance through scenic trails featuring natural forest terrain and muddy paths.

Join this inclusive event at Haughley Park featuring various distances from 5k to an Ultra Marathon. Enjoy a looped course through beautiful woodland and trails with full aid station support and a unique finisher medal.

Experience a unique 42km journey starting in the woodland trails of Stanmer Park and the South Downs before joining the road for a grand seaside finish at Hove Lawns.

The Trail des Forteresses de Calais will take place in Calais on Sunday 12 April 2026. You can run between 5 and 12 kilometers.

Join PHOENIX Fridays Run for a Tenner for a relaxed timed riverside run with flexible rock up and run starts supporting Rays of Sunshine. Choose distances from 5 km to ultra and earn a special medal on a flat towpath.

The inaugural Essex County Fell Championships features a new 10km course with 450m of climb. This open-entry fell race offers county prizes for qualified Essex runners. Every finisher receives a free drink.