Trail Running calendar near Oxford 2026-2027

Looped trail and road races in Chalfont St Peter where runners choose on the day between 7k, longer loops, marathon and ultra marathon distances with aid, pacing and crew support.

Take on Any Kind of Weather Runner at Northampton Active on 21 February 2026, a lap based six hour challenge where you can choose distances from 5K up to an ultra. Limited to 80 entrants, enjoy aid stations, a finishers medal and a goody ba..

Take on the 42 mile St Peters Way Ultra, a scenic trail ultramarathon from Chipping Ongar to the chapel at Bradwell on Sea through rolling countryside and a dramatic sea wall finish. Expect waymarked muddy trails, basic checkpoints and a tr..

A set of city-centre races in Bath that run through two long lit tunnels under the city, with distances from Colourburst fun runs up to a 50 km ultra. Brickfields Park is the hub and the event supports Sustrans with a donation per runner.

BigMud Trails at Queen Elizabeth Country Park offers scenic single lap routes across the South Downs with two climbs of Butser Hill. Choose 16 mile, marathon or 50 km distances and enjoy hearty aid stations and stunning views.

An off road 10 km trail at Hadleigh Country Park with hills, mud and a single lap course. The event features an elite wave, waymarked multi terrain routes and a bespoke medal plus free race photographs.

Tackle a winter trail at Gatton Park on 22 Feb 2026 with a choice of 5K or 10K loops. Canicross and trail runner categories, friendly social vibes and a finisher medal make it a great day for runners aged 11 and up.

A fully signed 50k trail from Denbies near Dorking along the North Downs Way and Norbury Park, with 2986 ft ascent, four staffed checkpoints and a 10 hour cutoff; the race also qualifies for the UTMB index.

A 9.5km off road race at Kinver Edge and The Rock Houses on 22 February 2026, run as two laps around local trails. Limited to 100 runners, entry fee £18; medals for all and prizes for the top three in each gender.

Round 2 at Brigstock Country Park offers single-lap trail running over **7.5 km** or **15 km**, with waymarked routes, views of Lyveden New Bield, parking, toilets and a custom finisher medal.

Take on the Sorbrook Slog on 22 February 2026, a lively 7 mile multi terrain race through footpaths, fields and gullies around Sorbrook and Sluvad in Cwmbran. Enjoy marshals on course, post race tea and cake and a finishers goodie bag.

The Terminator 2026 is a tough but rewarding 12 mile trail race around Pewsey, Wiltshire, mostly off road with muddy climbs and high point views. All finishers receive a unique T shirt and race village treats await.

Enjoy scenic Gatton Park trails with canicross and trail options over 5K and 10K, with medals and dog treats. Chip timed races, onsite parking and post race goodies make for a fun winter run with your canine companion.

Guided 10 km trail runs at Thursley National Nature Reserve in Surrey on 25 February 2026 and 7 July 2026. Flat group routes include a boardwalk section, headtorches for night runs and a car park; cost £16 per person.

Take on scenic 15 km or 10 km routes at Newlands Corner, Guildford on Saturday 28 February 2026 with the G3 Series. Friendly, well organised races and multi entry deals make this a perfect weekend challenge for all abilities.

Guided 30 mile trail run from Harting Down along the South Downs Way, visiting Beacon Hill, Cocking Down and Kingley Vale. Presented as suitable for first time ultra runners, run at a group pace with practical support and route guidance.

Chocothon is a friendly timed lap on a flat 5.3 km riverside towpath, letting you complete as many laps as you can within a seven hour window. Distances from 5 km to ultra, medals and aid stations make it perfect for all abilities.

Take on the Cannock Chase Wildwood Trail Series on 28 Feb 2026 at Birches Valley, a scenic yet testing woodland course with steep climbs, fast descents and technical, muddy trails. Half and 10K with canicross options and eco wooden medals.

Marked 10k and Half Marathon trail races from Brixworth Country Park around Pitsford Water. The half marathon visits several local villages and the event offers water stations, first aid cover and medals for finishers.

A 33.5-mile multi-terrain trail run around the Imber Range Perimeter Path near Westbury on 1 March 2026, organised by the Rotary Club of Westbury and Avon Valley Runners. Entries are handled via Entry Central.