Trail Running calendar near Peterborough 2025-2026

Kick off the year at Sherwood Pines with the Sherwood New Year 10k, 5k and Junior Run through the scenic, multi terrain trails of Sherwood Forest on 18 January 2026. Entries include a bespoke medal, free photos and prizes for top finishers.

Dirt Run is a trail running series across two rounds in Northamptonshire at Irchester in January and Brigstock in February. Tackle mixed trails and a notable hill, pick short or longer distances and earn a unique finisher medal.

Take on the Benfleet 15, a 15 mile multi terrain challenge at Hadleigh Country Park on 18 January 2026, with muddy off road trails, a sea wall stretch and Olympic mountain bike sections. Chip timing, a bespoke medal and event photos make it..

Take on the Crocodile Challenge at Ryton Pools Country Park, a timed six hour loop where you run as many laps as you like around scenic pools. Canicross and rucking welcome with dogs on short leads; finishers get a medal and a portion of fe..

Run the scenic Tissington Trail through the Derbyshire Dales on a traffic free former railway, choosing a half marathon or 10k across a relaxed two day weekend. Enjoy wide hill views, gentle gradients and a welcoming race vibe.

Join the OMG Run at Bawsey Country Park on 24 Jan 2026 for timed trail distances from 5k to ultra in a six hour format with extra lap options. Limited to 100 runners, the undulating sand and gravel course offers lap aid and finisher medals.

Run a scenic, flat trail through Alexandra Gardens near Windsor Castle with 10K and half marathon options. Chip timed, marshalled and offering free photos, post race goodies and a tech tee deal.

The Peddars Way Ultra Marathon is a 48-mile ultramarathon held in Suffolk and Norfolk, England. The route follows the historic Peddars Way, an ancient pre-Roman trading path and Roman road, starting at Knettishall Heath Nature Reserve and f..

Run the Lavenham Old Railway 10k Trail on Sunday 1 February 2026, a scenic mixed terrain course along a disused railway, forest paths and country lanes. Expect muddy sections, grippy shoes, a finisher medal and village charm.

Tackle the Dovedale Big Daddy, a classic fell race around the Manifold and Dovedale valleys on 1 February 2026. Expect 20 km of rugged trails with big climbs and rewarding views, plus soup and cake after the finish.

Take on the Squirrel Challenge at Daventry Country Park, a six hour off road loop where you run, hike or walk repeated 3.3 mile laps to hit half marathon, marathon or personal goals. Canicross and rucking welcome, with cafe and park trails..

Tackle the Rauceby Ripper on 7 February 2026, a scenic nine mile multi terrain loop around Rauceby Hall in Lincolnshire. Enjoy trails, field edges and village roads on a community supported course that finishes near South Rauceby Village Ha..

The Cold Norton Charity Winter 10K & Half Marathon Trail Event is a winter charity trail run in Essex, raising funds for Farleigh Hospice. Held at Charity Farm, Crows Lane, Woodham Ferrers, it offers 10K and 13.1-mile routes run mainly on g..

Enjoy a 5k canicross at Irchester Country Park on Sunday 8 February 2026, running with your dog through scenic woodland trails. Experts will support first time runners and every finisher gets a medal and treats for their dog.

Choose from 5, 10, 15 or 20 mile options on undulating forest trails at Cannock Chase, ideal for spring marathon training. Enjoy scenic routes, free parking, bespoke medals and free race photos.

Enjoy a scenic 10 mile route through parkland, riverside paths and woods in North Milton Keynes, including the quirky Cattle Creep tunnel. Canicross friendly, one lap with on the day race pack pickup and finish line goodies.

Run around scenic Carsington Water with a choice of half marathon or 10K along undulating reservoir trails. Kilometre markers, a themed medal and post race goodies await at this friendly RunThrough event.

The 'Rayne'ing Medals Anniversary Challenge is a running event celebrating six years of Hare & Tortoise Running, taking place on The Flitch Way in Rayne. Participants can choose from five entry options, including a marathon, 6-hour timed ev..

Take on a scenic trail marathon or half along traffic free Marriott's Way with Boghopper Races, finishing in Aylsham. Limited to 400 runners, generous time limits and part of your entry supports East Anglian Air Ambulance.

Take on a scenic 5km loop through Thetford Forest with distances from 5k to ultra at the Zig Zag Festival of Running. Mostly paths with some woodland trails, a water station at the lap point and post race tea and cake.