Trail Running calendar near Oxford 2025-2026

Run the 6 Geese a laying event on 12 December at Pengethley Manor, an off road lap course through vineyards with a cheeky hill. Distances from 5k to ultra welcome walkers and runners and every finisher gets a unique series medal.

Get festive at the Christmas Jumper Friday Run on a flat, scenic out and back beside the Thames, with distances from 5 km to ultra and a flexible one hour start window. Enter early to secure a free technical running top or take home a medal..

Brave the 7 Swans a Swimming on 13 December at Pengethley Manor for a festive offroad challenge through vineyards with a climb each lap. Distances from 5k to ultra, in person or virtual, open to walkers and runners.

Take part in the Essex Vets XC Championships on 13 December 2025 in Epping Forest for a tough and scenic 8k on forest trails. Veteran races and team prizes across age groups; entries online only until 7 December.

Middlesex Cross Country Championships return to Hillingdon Sports and Leisure Centre in Uxbridge on Saturday 13 December 2025. Youth and senior races from 2k to 12k, chip timed, open to clubs, schools and individuals.

Join the Hampshire Christmas Advent Calendar Run in Forest of Bere for timed laps on a 5.3 km off road loop; start within a one hour window and run as many laps as you can in seven hours. All entrants get a commemorative medal.

Mince Pi Run - races of 2 decimal places is a 14 December 2025 off-road event at Shalford Park, Guildford. Participants choose from 3.14 to 31.4 miles (1–10 laps) on a scenic, mostly flat course with one or two hills. A Pi marathon option a..

Enjoy a festive run through Salcey Forest's tree lined trails with 10k, 5k and a junior fun run supporting Shelter. Expect mixed terrain, bespoke medals, free photos and a prize for best seasonal fancy dress.

Join the festive 8 Maids a Milking at Pengethley Manor on 14 December 2025 for scenic off road laps through rolling vineyards and a cheeky hill. Choose from 5k to ultra and enjoy a welcoming event for walkers and runners.

Take on a winter multi terrain challenge through Mortimer Forest on Sunday 14 December 2025, with muddy, hilly trails and scenic views toward the Malvern Hills and Brecon Beacons. Choose about 10 miles or a 4 mile route to suit your legs.

Celebrate the season with MV Festive Orienteering at Buchan Country Park on 14 December, exploring woodland trails around the lakes. Courses for all levels, family friendly and every finisher gets a warm drink and mince pie.

Running Tribe Races in Chalfont St Peter offer looped 7 km or 10 km courses with choices on the day from 7k up to ultras. Enjoy scenic trails through woodland, a staffed hub for support, and welcoming pacers.

Join Berkshire Orienteers at Black Park on 14 December 2025 for the SCOA League season opener. Courses for all abilities from White to Brown, SIAC contactless timing, with toilets and a cafe on site for post race refuel.

Join the WRNL Wimborne Christmas Run on Monday 15 December for a festive 60 minute score orienteering challenge around Leigh Park. Find 26 controls worth 500 points, then warm up with mince pies and hot drinks afterwards.

Run the Search For Santa night trail on 17 December, a 6 mile self navigation adventure with hidden Santas, chocolate and a secret clue stop that can earn time bonuses. Costumes and quirky humour are encouraged and prizes await.

Join the 12 Drummers Drumming Run on 18 December 2025 at Pengethley Manor, Ross on Wye for off road laps through vineyards with a cheeky hill each circuit. Pick a distance from 5k to ultra and enjoy a friendly walkers and runners vibe.

Run the festive Christmas Jubilee River Run 2025, a pop up six hour event on a flat 5.24 mile out and back along the Jubilee River with views toward Windsor Castle. Places are limited and every finisher receives a bespoke medal.

Join the Chelmsford Brew Co 12ks of Christmas for a festive 12k trail from the Voodoo Keller Bar to the brewery and back, finishing in the town bar. Expect drinks, a Santa hat and prizes for the best Christmas fancy dress.

Slow and Dirty is a friendly 19k trail run along the converted Somerset and Dorset railway, a flat firm route through the scenic Stour valley and towns. Canicross welcome, with aid stations, refreshments and a medal for a relaxed post run v..

Enjoy the Soup Run, a friendly 6 mile multi terrain social run on hilly trails around Bembridge, starting and finishing at the community centre. Entry includes a souvenir, warming soup and roll and a prize draw ticket.