Trail Running calendar near Newmarket 2026-2027

Discover historic Canterbury over a weekend of urban orienteering, from a Friday prologue to a Saturday city race through the UNESCO cathedral quarter and cobbled streets, plus campus sprints on Sunday. Fast, scenic and for all levels.

Explore Canterbury's historic centre in a time trial orienteering, with 5 mile and 5k courses past King's School, Westgate Gardens and St Augustine's Abbey. Fastest time wins and finish is at Canterbury Christ Church University.

Grim Reaper Running Festival at Grimsthorpe Castle Estate on 23 and 24 May 2026 offers races from 10 miles by day or night to 100 miles solo plus a 100 miles team relay. Tackle a scenic 10 mile loop through ancient woodland and limestone tr..

Run the scenic Richmond Park Marathon, a 26.2 mile trail race through ancient woodlands and open parkland over three laps. UK Athletics affiliated and charity supported, it offers chip timing, aid stations and medals for all finishers.

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..

Queen of the Suburbs Ultra invites runners to explore Ealing's greenways, towpaths and parks with 50k and 25k single loop options. Expect a Horsenden Hill climb with city views to Wembley and a friendly local race atmosphere.

Join the Rebellion 10km at Riverwoods, Marlow on 25 May 2026 for a scenic trail run along the Thames including a crossing of Marlow Bridge. Finishers get a medal, a Rebellion beer or non alcoholic alternative and a pint cup.

Beat The Sunset 50km in Maidenhead is a single lap, mostly off road ultramarathon along the Thames Path, Jubilee River and Green Way. Flat and scenic, the fully signed course features checkpoints, chip timing and post race mementoes.

Tackle the full Ridgeway in an 86 mile point to point trail from Ivinghoe Beacon to Avebury Stones, with rugged views, checkpoints and solid race support. Limited field makes this a classic long distance test for experienced trail runners.

Run 50 km along the scenic River Medway from Rochester to Tonbridge, mostly flat towpaths and trails with a final lap on the athletics track. Live timing, aid stations and bag transfer make this a tidy and rewarding ultramarathon.

A scenic, flat 30 km point to point trail along the River Medway from East Farleigh to Tonbridge on 30 May 2026. Towpaths, riverside views, aid stations, live timing and a finisher medal.

Tackle the Ridgeway Chase 60 km ultramarathon across iconic ridgelines and wooded trails, starting at Ivinghoe Beacon and finishing near Wallingford. Expect a scenic but testing day with full support, chip timing and a finisher medal.

Take on the Griffin Challenge, a six hour looped run along the scenic Griffin Trail from Braybrooke Taproom, completing 3.3 mile out and back laps to cover as much distance as you can. Enjoy free parking and the taproom after the run.

Choose your challenge in this 7 hour timed event along the River Thames at Wraysbury Skiff and Punting Club. Scenic signed laps, aid stations, medals and goody bags await runners from 3 km up to ultra distances.

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.

Run laps through Denbies Wine Estate in the Fire Horse Run, a timed off road challenge on an undulating 5.3 km loop with distances from 5 km to ultra. Pick as many laps as you like within a seven hour window for a flexible, scenic race day.

Valley of the Owls Run offers 5k, 10k, half, marathon and ultra options across scenic Suffolk trails, with a friendly cap of 300 runners for an intimate race day. Earn a bespoke finisher medal and enjoy aid stations but bring your own bottl..

Tackle scenic, hilly trails at Wendover Woods with a half marathon, a 10k and a junior 1k on 7 June 2026. Enjoy forest scenery, a cafe and adventure playground plus medals, photos and prizes for top finishers.

Join the Coombe Hill Fell Race in Wendover for a punchy 7 km with about 220 m of climb, including a steep ascent and descent. On the day entry is available and your entry includes a pint at the finish.

Run the scenic Thanet coast at the 10Bay Challenge from Margate Main Sands, choosing 15 mile or 10k routes over sand, promenade and cliff top paths at low tide. Expect seaside views, varied terrain and a lively event hub.