Trail Running calendar near Northampton 2026-2027

A point-to-point trail run in Surrey on 23 May 2026 offering 62K, 41K and 20K routes plus two and three leg relays. All races finish in Godalming with food, music and chip timed results.

Run 145 miles non stop along the Grand Union Canal from Birmingham to Little Venice on a fully waymarked towpath. Limited to 100 starters with supported or unsupported entries and a 45 hour cutoff, it is a classic long distance challenge.

A Backyard Ultra at the Lower Red Lion where runners complete a 4.167 mile loop every hour until one remains. Individual entries only, limited to 90, with part of the entry fee donated to local charity Youth Talk.

A muddy 5k obstacle event at Clapham Common with climbs, crawls and slides, wave starts and a minimum age of 13. The event lists facilities such as toilets and refreshments and carries a fundraising target of £50.

A three-lap 26.2 mile marathon through Richmond Park, starting and finishing near Sheen Gate. The route uses the Tamsin Trail for two laps, features chip timing, drink stations and marshals, and has a 6 hour 30 minute cutoff.

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.

A chip timed *10k* trail run on 24 May 2026 that starts and finishes at Bredon Cricket Club. The marshalled route climbs to the 299 m summit of Bredon Hill and all finishers receive a medal.

A canal and coastal trail run from Chelmsford along the Blackwater navigation to Heybridge Basin and Tollesbury. Options include a half marathon and a full marathon, cupless aid stations, a bag shuttle and optional medal selection.

A muddy 5 km obstacle course at War Memorial Park in Basingstoke on 24 May 2026, where participants climb, crawl and slide across mostly flat grass and path terrain while raising funds for cancer research.

A 10 km trail run at Marlow Rugby Club on May 25th that follows local trails, woodland and the Thames towpath. Entry includes chip timing, a medal, a pint cup and a free drink.

An off-road race in Dursley on 25 May 2026 covering about 10.31 km with 318 m of climb, visiting Cam Peak, Cam Long Down, Uley Bury and Downham Hill. Entries are limited to 120 and handled via Entry Central.

Experience the inaugural Bluebell's Revenge fell race featuring an 8.9 km figure-of-eight course around the Chevin. This FRA-licensed event offers 315 meters of climbing and concludes with social food and drinks at the Bluebell Inn.

A timed Friday event on a flat 5.3 km out-and-back course along the river Thames, with lap-based distances from 5 km to ultra and a £10 Run for a Tenner entry benefiting Rays of Sunshine.

A 50 km multi terrain ultra in Maidenhead on May 30 2026, run as a single lap mostly off road. Four aid stations, chip timing and free live tracking, with medal, photos and on-site support.

A point to point 86 mile trail race on The Ridgeway National Trail from Ivinghoe Beacon to Avebury with open GPS tracking, eight checkpoints and a 28 hour cutoff. The event is licensed by the Trail Running Association and limited to 150 run..

Test your endurance in the heart of the Peak District with 55 km or 101 km ultra-trail routes. Experience a mix of high moors and river valleys starting from the historic Bakewell Showground.

A 60 km point to point ultramarathon from Ivinghoe Beacon to Ridgeway View Campsite on 30 May 2026. The route covers about 1000 m of ascent, includes four checkpoints with supplies and has a 10 hour time limit.

A 50 miles trail run around Telford that visits Ironbridge and the Wrekin, with varied trails, four stocked checkpoints and mandatory kit requirements. There is a 9PM cut off and an entry fee is listed.

A multi-format track event in Twickenham on 30 May 2026 featuring ten-repeat formats at 400 m and 800 m, with solo and team entry options and age restriction of 18 and over.

A Pretty Muddy 5k obstacle event at Royal Windsor Racecourse on 30 May 2026, featuring muddy obstacles to climb, crawl and slide. Participants must be 13 or older; there is a minimum fundraising target and on-site support and facilities.