Trail Running calendar near Northampton 2025-2026

Join the Chasewater Easter Egg Challenge on 05/04/2026 for scenic undulating multi terrain runs around the reservoir, with distances from junior to 20k. Dress as an Easter character and enjoy a bespoke medal, free photos and prizes.

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..

Take on the Mortimer 10km on Monday 6 April 2026 at Mortimer Fairground, a scenic off road route through local woodlands and bridleways. A dog friendly canicross 10 km option lets you enjoy the race with your canine companion.

Take on a scenic 54 mile loop from Brixworth Country Park on 11 April 2026, running through Salcey Forest, canal paths and Northamptonshire countryside. This UTMB index 100K event welcomes solo ultras, relay teams and the Rosebud Marathon f..

Run along the banks of the River Thames in Henley with half marathon, 10K and junior races, chip timing, unique medals and free race photos. Event village serves food and drinks and the event supports the Royal Berks Charity.

Run the Rosebud Marathon, a scenic 26.2 mile leg of the Rose of the Shires Ultra across Northamptonshire with roughly 60% trail and 40% road. Enjoy varied terrain, aid stations and live GPS tracking to Brixworth Country Park.

Battle of the Brampton Valley Way pitches Leicestershire against Northamptonshire along the traffic free route, with runners choosing which end to start from. Pick 14 miles one way or 28 mile round trip and bring a head torch for the tunnel..

Haughley Festival of Running brings multi distance races at Haughley Park, from 5k to ultra, on lap based scenic routes with on site parking. Limited to 300 entrants for a friendly, village festival feel.

Scenic 10k trail through rolling Northamptonshire countryside on 12 April 2026, starting and finishing at KC Active in Kings Cliffe. Fully marked and marshalled, the route includes a stocked aid station and eco friendly water refills.

Scenic loops from Windsor Racecourse through Windsor Great Park and along the Thames past Windsor Castle, offered as 50 km, 25 km and 10 km races. Well supported with aid stations and a festival finish with medal and T shirt.

The Chiltern Ridge Classic 50k will take place in Wendover on Saturday 18 April 2026. You can run 51 kilometers.

Run through Thoresby Park estate on fairly flat trails past a 17th century mansion and roaming wildlife, with distances from a family 2km to a half marathon. Cani cross friendly with live chip timing, finisher medal and Wild Deer merch.

Tackle a guided 18 mile trail run along the Malvern Hills ridge, with over 1300 m of climbing and spectacular views. This group run by Running Adventures suits fit runners comfortable at steady 10 minute mile pace and includes kit guidance.

Martley Madness is a scenic 10 miles trail race across Rodge Hill and woodland, with challenging climbs and quiet country lanes. Finishers get bespoke medals and proceeds benefit Cardiac Risk in the Young.

Run the scenic Thames Ring, a multi distance trail loop from Streatley on Thames that follows the river and canals. Choose 100, 150 or 250 mile challenges on riverside paths with GPS tracking and checkpoint support, 22 to 26 April 2026.

Explore Shropshire countryside on the Corvedale Cake Walk, a scenic challenge over Abdon Burf and Wenlock Edge with checkpoint cakes and hot drinks. Walkers and runners welcome, with proceeds supporting local church communities.

Take part in The Other Run in Bury St Edmunds on 26 April 2026 with 5k, 10k, half and marathon options on scenic country roads. Enjoy a bespoke finisher medal, friendly atmosphere and a seven hour marathon cutoff.

Take on the Coventry Way Challenge, a scenic 41 mile circular walk or run around Coventry mostly on off road country paths. Solo entrants or teams of up to six enjoy checkpoints, tracker support and a hot finish meal in Meriden.

Run the scenic, traffic free Tissington Trail from Ashbourne to Buxton with marathon and half marathon options on an undulating out and back course. Finish at Ashbourne Leisure Centre with bespoke medal, free photos and prizes.

Run scenic undulating trails in Alice Holt Forest with options from a junior dash to a half marathon across looped routes. Enjoy a friendly atmosphere while supporting GUTS, raising funds for bowel cancer early detection.