Trail Running calendar near Much Hadham 2026-2027

Take on the Epping Forest 50 KM 2026, a scenic 50 km trail challenge through ancient woods on 3 October 2026. Enjoy varied terrain, fresh air and a memorable run just outside London.

Hit the trails at London EcoTrail 25 KM on 3 October 2026 in Epping's Bell Common. Enjoy a scenic 25 km route through woodlands and countryside, perfect for trail runners craving a nature filled challenge.

Night trail races on the South Downs near Plumpton Racecourse, Lewes, offering looped options including a 50 km and a half marathon. The course is fully marked with reflective signage, aid stations and marshals.

A tenth anniversary five mile chip timed trail and Canicross across the Upper Wreake valley, with Hoby & District village hall as HQ and commemorative wooden medals for all finishers.

Wild Run Cotswolds showcases rugged off road trails on a private estate with fully marked routes, chip timing and a family friendly supporter zone. Entries are limited to 600; choose 10K, half, marathon or the six hour 360 challenge.

A 20 mile looped trail race on 4 October 2026 that starts and finishes inside Landguard Fort. The marked route crosses two nature reserves, two estuaries and the Port, includes three aid stations, a drop bag service and a six hour cut-off.

Riverside out and back races along the Thames Path from Petersham & Ham Sea Scouts, offering 10 km, half marathon and marathon distances on a flat, well marked trail shared with the public.

Wild Run Oxford is planned for 4 October 2026 (TBC) on Oxford's nearby trails, with a 10K and a Half Marathon on mixed smooth and rugged terrain; the event is licensed by the Trail Running Association and UK Athletics.

Run the Cawston Trail Race, a 5 mile off road charity route through scenic Cawston Park to support Norfolk Lowland Search and Rescue. Forest trails, chip timing, prizes for podium finishers and a finisher memento with on site refreshments.

A challenge event in and around Marlow on 4 October 2026 offering 25 km, 40 km and 50 km routes through the Chilterns, organised by LDWA Thames Valley with checkpoint refreshments, a finish meal and limited entry.

Multi-terrain 10k and 5k around Thompson with medals for all and trophies for top three men and women. Event proceeds support the Thompson Millennium Green Charitable Trust.

A guided 30 mile trail run from St Martha's, Guildford along the North Downs Way via Box Hill and Denbies Wine Estate. Group-paced with coaching support; participants should have completed long training runs and carry suitable kit.

Looped 50 km, 25 km and 10 km routes from a Maidstone basecamp travel the North Downs Way, the River Medway and past Leeds Castle with covered rest stops, GPS tracking, camping and finisher medal and t shirt.

Endurancelife Suffolk in Dunwich on 10 October 2026 offers 10K, half marathon, marathon and ultra trail races across forest, moorland, grass and beach, with courses described as extremely flat by the organiser.

Tackle chalk climbs, ridgelines and singletrack at Beat Box Hill, with distances from 21k to 50k and charity places. Marked routes, marshals, chip timing and a finish village with food and a themed medal await.

Choose a scenic 10k or shorter 5k through the Chiltern Hills around Frieth, combining woodland paths and country roads. Expect rolling climbs and panoramic views for a rewarding, hilly challenge for road and trail runners.

A circular 13.1 mile trail race in Thetford Forest around High Lodge held in October. The traffic free, multi terrain course is manually timed with cupless water provision, on the day number collection, medals and trophies for top finishers..

Enjoy a scenic 10k through the woodlands of Limpsfield Common and High Chart in Oxted Surrey, with rolling climbs and a downhill finish. Single lap route suits trail runners seeking a challenging rewarding outing.

Join the Grafham Water Trail Races on 11 October 2026 with 10k and half marathon routes from Marlow Park around the reservoir on fully marked trails. Enjoy scenic water views, marshalled support and a finishers medal for all.

Run and support local schools at the FOOBS Trail and Fun Runs in Old Basing on 11 October 2026. Scenic community trails offer a 2K family fun run or chip timed 6K and 10K routes, with post run treats and plenty of local support.