Trail Running calendar near Peterborough 2025-2026

Ring in the new year at the River Thames Run, a scenic 6 hour timed challenge at Wraysbury Skiff and Punting Club with 5k to ultra options on a flat riverside course. TRA licensed and welcoming atmosphere.

Run under the Wolf Moon in this scenic out and back trail half in Sutton Scarsdale with undulating woodland and Five Pits Trail views. Finish with a Wolf Moon medal, cake and hot drinks by a campfire and an optional earlier start.

Join Rhino Run on the River Thames at Wraysbury near Egham to support the save the rhino cause, with some proceeds donated. Pick 5k up to marathon or ultramarathon, or tackle a six hour challenge and enjoy club facilities.

Essex XC Championships at Gloucester Park Basildon on 3 Jan 2026 features challenging multi lap cross country races from U11s to a 12 km senior men race. Entries close 21 Dec and entry is open to England Athletics members eligible for Essex..

Experience the Chilterns Winter 10 km, a guided trail run through woodlands, hills and scenic viewpoints with run leaders for every ability group. Finish at Church Farm Cafe with parking, bag drop and canicross friendly routes near train li..

Celebrate winter cross country at the 99th Leicestershire and Rutland Championships at scenic Rotherby Lodge Farm on 3 January 2026. Races for ages 9 to masters across varied distances make it perfect for club rivalry and muddy fun.

Join the East Hanningfield Trail Marathon on 4 January 2026 for a scenic circular 95% off road route around Danbury, starting and finishing at the village hall. Expect varied terrain, friendly support and three well stocked checkpoints.

Join the Norfolk Cross Country Championships at Earlham Park on 4 Jan 2026 on a slightly revised spectator friendly course with varied ups and downs. Races for all ages offer fun and chances to qualify for British Inter Counties.

Run under the stars through Dovedale valley in Moonriver Night Race, a night time 9.5 km Peak District fell race from The Old Dog, Thorpe. Expect rugged climbs, required headtorch, and a lively pub finish.

Country to Capital is a 43 mile ultramarathon from Wendover to Little Venice, London, blending country trails, roads and a canal towpath into the city. GPS tracking and checkpoints guide runners to a lively canal side finish.

Brave winter trails in Endcliffe Park with the Round Sheffield Run Winter, a one day 11 stage trail race across muddy hills and parkland. Run solo or as a pair for about 20 km of timed stages and around 24 km overall, with SI timing, a fini..

WTF Where's The Finish? is a timed challenge in Thetford Forest where you choose a 4 hour or 6 hour slot and run as many 5.3k laps as you like. Enjoy multi terrain trails, aid each lap and a bespoke finisher medal, or take a virtual place.

Run a fast, accurately measured 10K at Northampton Racecourse Park on 11 January, three laps of scenic pathways with trophies and a bespoke medal. The family friendly race supports Umbrella Fair Northampton and accepts on the day entries.

Join the Runners Next the Sea 5 Mile Beach Race at Holkham Beach for a scenic 5 mile run across sand, dunes and a shallow channel. Chip timed with immediate results and a keepsake for every finisher. Places are limited.

Explore Cannock Chase on a self navigation 27 km route with 540 m of ascent, visiting trig points and checkpoints for a true fell running challenge. Finish at Milford Common for club hospitality and post race refreshments.

Join a friendly guided 10k at High Lodge in Thetford Forest on 11 January 2026, led at a conversational pace perfect for runners taking their first steps into trail running. Enjoy mostly flat woodland paths, group support and an optional co..

Windmill Way Wander on 17 January 2026 at Suffolk Running Centre offers 5k to ultra routes through rolling Suffolk lanes with views of Dalham windmill. Enjoy a bespoke finisher medal, on course aid stations and included parking; bring your..

Start 2026 with the Sherwood New Year 10k, 5k & Junior Run on 18 January at Sherwood Pines, tackling scenic, undulating forest trails. Enjoy bespoke medals, free photos, parking and a welcoming atmosphere for all.

Tackle the scenic but testing Benfleet 15, a 15 mile trail taking in Hadleigh Downs, the Canvey sea wall and parts of the 2012 Olympic mountain bike course. Join the fun at Hadleigh Country Park on 18 January 2026 for a muddy, memorable cha..

Join Essex Winter Midweek Series No 7 for night street orienteering in Chelmsford using MapRun, part of the ten event series where your best six count. Bring a head or hand torch and wear high visibility clothing; under 16s need an adult.