Trail Running calendar near Needham Market 2026-2027

Two fully signed trail routes around Richmond Park following parts of the Capital Ring. Choose a 55 km ultra or a 25 km trail, with route support, training support from Beyond Trails and an accessible start and finish.

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.

A five kilometre countryside run in Castle Bytham on Saturday 20 June 2026. Organisers report permits are being arranged and recommend light training, appropriate shoes and running with a buddy.

Celebrate the longest day at the Summer Solstice Challenge around Abberton Reservoir, a timed loop with 5 km laps. Run as many laps as you like, earn a medal and support Essex Wildlife Trust.

A 21.2 km trail half marathon on the National Trust's Dunstable Downs on 21 June 2026, featuring 450 m of ascent, two on-route aid stations and fully marked trails with GPX support.

Experience a circular cross country route through the undulating fields and woodlands of North West Hertfordshire. Choose between 26 and 18 mile courses starting from Baldock with panoramic countryside views.

Triffic Trail is a trail running event in Trent Country Park, Enfield, featuring a 10 km senior race, a 4.5 km junior race and a 2 km kids fun run. The senior race is chip timed and race photos and results are published after the event.

A scenic off road 10 km trail at Panshanger Park with chip timing and a sustainable finisher medal; proceeds support local charities and a family fun run is included.

Race two of the 2026 Trifarm trail series, this 10K summer run is over 95% off-road on public paths. Starting near a humpback bridge at Trifarm in Boreham, the anticlockwise course finishes with a lap around the lake.

Complete three races over three days to achieve a full marathon distance at the Colworth Estate. This multi terrain event in North Bedfordshire offers distances of 5 miles, 8.1 miles, and a half marathon.

A multi-distance trail event at Hyde Hall Farm on 27 June 2026 offering distances from 5k to ultra, on-site parking, an aid station at the lap point, baggage storage and a bespoke finishers' medal.

Experience a scenic 10km mixed terrain run through the trails and woodland of Hatfield. Starting and finishing at the 3 Brewers Brewery, participants enjoy chip timing and a complimentary drink at the finish line.

Join this five kilometre fun run or walk across the undulating trails of Therfield Heath. This family friendly event features a two lap off road course and raises funds for the Teenage Cancer Trust.

Experience a historic trail run through the scenic Ashridge Woods on this five mile course. Enjoy a marshalled off road route starting and finishing at the Aldbury Recreation Ground with refreshments provided at the finish.

North Downs Run is a multi terrain 30 km race through the Kent countryside on Sunday 28 June 2026. Entries are open with online entry closing 14 June; fees are £38 affiliated, £40 non affiliated and £45 on the day if places remain.

A ten leg team relay along The Ridgeway, one of England's National Trails covering 86.5 miles. The off road, hilly route finishes in Marlborough and teams compete for the shortest total time with rules on leg composition.

Follow the 82 mile Essex Way trail from Epping tube station to the historic high lighthouse in Harwich. This ultra marathon features mixed terrain and 3,469 feet of elevation with full GPS tracking and five checkpoints.

Experience a chip timed multi terrain race through the picturesque country roads and bridleways of Willingham. Choose between 10km and 4 mile routes followed by fun races for children at the local recreation ground.

A community road race at Jobbers Wood offering 10 km, 5 km and a 1 km youth race, organised by The Bishop's Stortford High School to raise funds for school sports facilities, with chip timing, finisher items and age group awards.

Part of the Northants 5K Series, Race 4 runs in Fermyn Woods Country Park on Wednesday 8 July 2026 over multi terrain through an ancient woodland. Finishers receive a bespoke 5K medal and a virtual entry option is available.