Trail Running calendar near Norwich 2026-2027

Dark Rose is a 5.5 mile trail race around Great Waltham with a small 75 runner field and self navigation route given on the day. Finish back at the Rose and Crown for a hearty cottage pie or vegetable lasagne.

Explore Lincolnshire countryside in the Rauceby Ripper, a scenic 9 mile multi terrain route starting at Rauceby Hall and finishing in South Rauceby. Runner and walker options available though the main race is sold out with a waiting list op..

Run the Wivenhoe 5 mile trail on 07 Feb 2026, starting and finishing at The Black Buoy pub near the station. Limited to 50 places, with a celebratory drink for finishers.

A winter trail run supporting Farleigh Hospice near Woodham Ferrers offering 10 km and half marathon routes on grass, tracks and paths, with written route instructions, cupless aid stations and on-site refreshments.

Guided trail runs by ESCAPE trails at High Lodge in Thetford Forest. Sessions in February and March 2026 feature forest facts, trail running tips, and routes of 10k and 16k with prices from £12.50 to £17.50.

Tackle a crisp 10k winter trail through Essex countryside at Trifarm, with over 95 percent off road paths and bridleways. Enjoy a friendly small field, on site parking, and post run treats plus optional swim and sauna at the venue.

A 50 mile winter walking challenge through the coastal and rural landscape of North Norfolk with five checkpoints and strict equipment requirements. Entry is limited and a waiting list operates once the 120 places are full.

A 5K self navigational trail run at Nuclear Essex on 14 February supporting the British Heart Foundation. Participants follow a checkpoint route, are asked to wear something red and receive hot chocolate and Jammie Dodgers at the finish.

Trail marathon and half marathon along Marriott's Way on 15 February 2026 with optional coach transport. Entries are limited to 400 and 5% of each entry supports East Anglian Air Ambulance.

Rayne'ing Medals Anniversary at Rayne Station on 15 February 2026 offers 5km to marathon options plus a 6 hour challenge on traffic-free 5.3km loops, aid stations each lap and a choice of bespoke medals.

A roughly 42 mile trail ultra along the historic St Peters Way from Chipping Ongar to the ancient chapel at Bradwell on Sea. The route uses footpaths and bridleways, has four staffed checkpoints and strict compulsory kit requirements.

Tackle scenic laps through Thetford Forest at High Lodge with distances from 5k to ultra on a rolling 5 km loop. Enjoy aid stations, post race teas and cake, and a community vibe with 20% of entry fees helping forest upkeep.

A circular half marathon through Thetford Forest on mixed trail surfaces, with manual timing, finisher medals and podium trophies. The race is cupless with refill stations and has a 3.5 hour cut off.

Run scenic trails through Stody Estate woods and rolling fields with 4 km, 8 km and 12 km options, chip timing and eco friendly finishers medals. Support Break and pick up a finisher sports T shirt on the day.

A seven mile self-navigation trail at Waldegraves Holiday Park on 01 Mar 2026. Entry is limited to 150 runners; fees include a £4 bar voucher and results will be posted on essextrailevents.com.

A guided 16k trail run at High Lodge in Thetford Forest led at a conversational pace, including forest facts and practical trail running tips. Terrain is mostly flat with some small hills; parking is charged at £4 and entry is £17.50.

A self navigation trail event at The Smugglers Den in Hullbridge on 8 March 2026 offering approx 10 and 6.3 mile routes. Entries include a £4 bar voucher and the race is held under UK Athletics rules; dogs are not permitted.

A self navigation trail at The Museum of Power offering 6.3 or 3.4 miles on mainly off road footpaths and tracks. There are no markings or marshalls and each entrant receives a narrative and a cafe voucher.

A multi-distance trail event at Hyde Hall Farm with 10k to ultra options, lap-based heavy half and ultra formats, on-site parking, aid station at the lap point, baggage area and a bespoke or lucky dip finisher medal.

A guided 10k group trail run at High Lodge in Thetford Forest led at a conversational pace with group placement by estimated times. Terrain includes hard packed and single track trails and there is a parking charge for attendees.