Trail Running calendar near Oxford 2026-2027

Experience a scenic run along the River Thames starting from the iconic Temple Island Meadows. Choose from a half marathon, 10k, or junior race featuring undulating trails and professional chip timing.

Join a fun muddy obstacle course in Brentwood featuring 5km and 1.5km distances filled with foam and obstacles. Enjoy a non competitive atmosphere with hot wash downs and finisher medals for all participants.

Enjoy a scenic trail run through the Staffordshire countryside starting and finishing at a canal side pub. This charity event features a 10k route followed by evening food and music.

Experience a unique run through the National Arboretum on solid forest paths. With distances from 1 mile to a half marathon, this event offers a flat course surrounded by thousands of rare tree species.

Choose a half marathon or full marathon along a flat, scenic riverside towpath from Walton on Thames to Hampton Court and back, run in laps for easy pacing. Limited places and medals for all finishers plus a giveaway for every entrant.

Nuclear Mud Sisters is an empowering women only obstacle course in Essex featuring a 5km muddy challenge. This non competitive event focuses on teamwork and fun with no chip timing or swimming required.

Experience a flat multi terrain course along the banks of the River Wye. This festival of running offers chip timed 10k and 5k races plus a family fun run and Canicross options for everyone to enjoy.

Join the Carnival Chase on 6 Sep in Warminster Town Park for 10K, 3K and a 1.2K family, wheelchair and buggy fun run. Enjoy a scenic country lane course by the boating lake, medals for all and a lively event village.

Experience a guided 10km trail run through the North Downs Way and Shere village. Join a social group run starting from the historic Silent Pool near Guildford and enjoy stunning forest scenery at dusk or night.

Experience an autumn trail run through the footpaths and bridleways of Boreham. This 10k event features a sunset start with a scenic off road route and a seasonal championship point system for participants.

A timed, lap-based Friday run along the Thames with flexible rock up and run starts; the £10 affiliated entry is donated to Rays of Sunshine and participants receive a double-sided charity medal.

Follow England's greatest river from Putney Bridge to Henley on a fully supported trek or trail run. Choose distances from 10km to 100km and enjoy a riverside route through historic landscapes with full catering and medical support.

Experience the beauty of the Surrey Hills with a choice of 10k, 21k, or 42k trail routes. Enjoy a well organized event featuring chip timing, marked courses, and scenic views from iconic local landmarks.

The The C2C Essex Ultra will take place in Tilbury on Saturday 12 September 2026. You can run between 10 and 50 miles.

Experience the scenic beauty of Surrey at The Farnham Pilgrim Marathon. This event features a 26.2 mile route starting from The Sands Recreation Ground and offers participants spectacular views throughout the course.

Participate in a chip timed trail race through the West Sussex countryside starting in Slinfold. This family friendly memorial event features 10k and 5k routes plus dedicated races for children.

Experience a scenic trail run through the beautiful Hertfordshire countryside starting in the village of Sandridge. This event features a 10k route near the historic city of St Albans with a finish at the local primary school.

Experience a traffic free trail run through the historic Holdenby House estate with distances ranging from 10km to 50km. Enjoy rolling Northamptonshire views and woodland paths on this private country estate.

Run a scenic and undulating 10k on the rough tracks of Ashtead Common, a protected nature reserve. This community event raises money for local charities and promotes environmental sustainability. A 2k fun run is also available for kids.

Experience an annual fun run at Barton Abbey in Oxfordshire featuring 10k and 5k courses on undulating terrain. Join several race distances or a flexible family fun run to support the maintenance of Steeple Barton Church.