Trail Running calendar near Northampton 2026-2027

Run a flat, traffic free canal towpath at Burton Waters near Lincoln beside the historic Roman Fossdyke. Choose a half marathon, marathon, ultra or the seven hour timed challenge and chase a medal by completing a measured lap.

Run the Scott Sports Dirty Dozen, a 12 km loop across Cannock Chase with muddy singletrack, climbs, fast descents and the notorious Ditch of Doom. Kids course, on site parking and a bespoke finisher medal complete the day.

Thunder Races brings 25 km and 50 km trail runs through the woodland and countryside around Harrold Odell Country Park in Bedford. Enjoy marked routes, aid stations and a finisher medal plus goodies for a memorable spring trail challenge.

Brutal at Chawton on Saturday 7 March takes you through Brick Kiln Farm and Chawton Forest, with mud, water, steep hills and technical trails for a true off road test. Canicross waves welcome dogs for a wild, fun run together.

Run scenic laps along the Thames towpath in Walton on Thames at the Ladybird Run, on flat off road trails with timed entries or a one hour rock up and run start window. Pick 5 km to ultra distances and complete as many laps as you like with..

The Berko 10km will take place in Berkhamsted on Saturday 7 March 2026. You can run 10 kilometers.

Leith Hill Half Marathon is a challenging 13.1 miles trail race across Surrey with about 1,800 feet of ascent and a summit finish at Leith Hill Tower. Enjoy scenic singletrack, a reusable medal, local beer and a full cooked breakfast.

Discover scenic Northamptonshire on 15.5 or 26.6 mile waymarked routes at the 6th Hannington Hike on 8 March 2026, starting from Wellingborough Grammarians Memorial Sports Field. Checkpoints, refreshments and finisher certificates make for..

Join Thames Meander Spring on 8 March 2026 for a flat, scenic riverside run from Barnes with 10 km, half and full marathon options. The route is marked and marshalled with stocked checkpoints and medical cover for a smooth race day.

Guided 16k trail run at High Lodge in Thetford Forest, paced conversationally with groups matched by ability. Explore flat woodland trails, spot wildlife and pick up practical trail running tips with an optional cool down.

CODopoly Triple is a flexible three day running event on 13 March 2026, letting you run one, two or all three days along scenic Ironbridge and south Telford routes. Choose 8 miles, a half marathon or a full marathon each day and enjoy The U..

Tackle the Hundred Hills 50km, scenic trail ultramarathon from Stonor Park through Chiltern villages and ancient woodland with about 1200 m of climbing. Fully supported course and hot finish food make for a memorable challenge.

Take on the Grindleford Gallop on Saturday 14 March 2026, a scenic 34 km trail with about 825 m of climb across moorland, trails and Chatsworth Park. A volunteer run event raising funds for Grindleford Primary School.

Run beneath the Sherwood Forest canopy on undulating multi terrain trails at Sherwood Pines, with 20 mile, half marathon, 10k and junior distances for every runner. Organised by Nice Work with bespoke medals, free photos and a Racecheck Gol..

Run the DirtRun Wyre Wizard Trail at Wyre Forest on 15 March 2026, choosing the Half Marathon 13 miles or Super Seven 7.6 miles through ancient trees and rolling trails. Expect marshals, race timing and a special finishers medal.

Take on Phoenix Running's Octopus Run on 15 March 2026 at Walton on Thames for a scenic towpath challenge along the River Thames, with distances from 5 km to ultra and flexible start times. Finish your effort and collect a bespoke finishers..

Join the Pendock Spring Chicken Run on 15 March 2026 for scenic Worcestershire routes with 10K, 5K and a 1K fun run for all ages. Enjoy medals, prizes and help raise funds for the local school.

Join Gratitude 25KM 2026 in Broxbourne for a rewarding 25 km run on 21 March 2026. Ticketed entry and a welcoming atmosphere make it ideal for runners looking for a spring challenge.

Take on fields and trails at Hyde Hall Farm on 21 March 2026 with options from 10k to ultra marathon, lap based routes for all abilities. Friendly farm atmosphere, water station and bespoke medals make this a memorable spring challenge.

Discover the Trails of Mena in Derbyshire, a scenic clockwise trail from North Wingfield with 20 mile and marathon options, varied climbs, woodland and 5 Pits Trail views. Finishers receive a medal and warm refreshments.