Trail Running calendar near Oxford 2025-2026

The Riverside Marathon & Half Marathon, organized by Phoenix Running, takes place in Walton on Thames, Surrey, along the scenic River Thames towpath. This UK Athletics certified event features flat, fast, and accurately measured courses wit..

Join a guided Box Hill Vertical KM group run near Dorking for a tough 12.5 mile route with about 1000 m of climb through woods, heath and open fields. Enjoy expert guidance, technical terrain and a social finish.

Maverick Dark and Maverick Original in Henley on Thames offer scenic off road trail races with multiple distances for all abilities. Expect muddy singletrack, rolling hills and a lively festival atmosphere for a fun day of trail running.

The Wallop is a scenic 21k timed trail race through Farleigh Wallop Estate, winding along narrow woodland paths, wide gravel tracks and open fields. Enjoy marshalled support, a bespoke finisher medal and post race mulled wine and mince pies..

Join a scenic beach run at West Wittering with 15km, 10km or 5km routes offering views of Selsey Bill, the Isle of Wight and the South Downs. Dog friendly with canicross one dog per runner and all finishers get a medal and gift.

Join a guided 13 mile trail run around Guildford's Surrey Hills, visiting St Martha's Hill, Shere and the North Downs Way. Enjoy a friendly group pace, kit support and optional post run refreshments.

Run 26.3 miles over five laps around the scenic Colworth Estate near Sharnbrook on 30 Nov 2025. Open to solo runners and teams, this intimate trail and road loop has drink stations but is cup free so bring a bottle.

Tackle the Croome Capability Canter, a single lap 6.5 mile off road course around parkland with a big hill at the start and finish. Limited to 350 spots, this autumn race awards finishers medals and goodie bags.

Run a scenic 5 mile winter trail around Bromsgrove, through woodland valleys and quiet lanes, starting and finishing at the Park Gate Inn. Expect undulating, muddy terrain, friendly marshals and a finisher medal.

Join the Marton Mile on Sunday 30 November 2025 for a relaxed one mile walk jog or run along the flat traffic free Lias Line Greenway near Marton. This family and dog friendly community fundraiser supports Shelter and welcomes all paces wit..

Take on the Salisbury Plain Winter Edition on 6 December for a scenic, fully marked trail challenge over Half or Marathon distances. Enjoy well stocked aid stations, marshals and finisher medals as you tackle crisp winter terrain.

Join the Cannock Chase Forest Christmas trail runs on 6 December for 5k, 10k and a junior run through undulating forest trails. Wear seasonal fancy dress for a chance to win best dressed, and enjoy a bespoke medal, free photos and prizes.

Run beneath the stars through Cowdray parkland and past the ruins at this atmospheric night trail, with 5km and 10km options and dog friendly canicross races. Head torches are mandatory and hot drinks await back at the Walled Garden.

How Hard Can It Be Events presents The Telford T50 Trail Run, a winter 50-mile ultramarathon in Shropshire. Race HQ is The Unicorn Inn, Holly Road, Little Dawley, Telford. The 2025 edition features a T50 pathway through notable Telford site..

Scenic trail runs from Plumpton Racecourse across the South Downs with ridge top views to the sea. Choose 9, 12 or 22 km with chip timing, water stations and a finishers medal; plastic free event so bring a reusable cup.

Join the Chasewater Christmas Pudding Dash on 7 December for scenic 5k and 10k trail laps around Chasewater Reservoir, plus a junior run. Enjoy festive fun with a bespoke medal, free photos and prizes including best dressed costume.

Run the Hurtwood 50, a 50k trail ultramarathon from Dorking through the Surrey Hills. Tackle ridgelines and wooded valleys with climbs over Leith Hill and Holmbury Hill while earning UTMB runner performance index credit.

The Allsorts Tinkley Gate Santa Dash is a festive, family-friendly running event held at the scenic National Trust Tinkley Gate site in Woodchester, Gloucestershire. Participants can choose between a 5km off-road trail or a shorter 2.5km ro..

The Trifarm Winter 10k is the finale of a four race trail series, sending runners along more than 95% off road footpaths and bridleways on a scenic winter route. With on site parking and just 50 places, this compact 10k fills fast.

Join the New Forest Xmas Trails on 7 December at Holmesly Campsite for fully marked off road laps through heathland and woodland, with distances from 15K to a 50K ultra. Enjoy a festive trail vibe and the option to plant a tree instead of t..