Trail Running calendar near Reading 2026-2027

Phoenix Fridays offers a flexible Friday run with a "rock up and go" start. Choose your distance on a flat, timed 5.3km loop along the Thames towpath. All finishers can pick from a selection of signature medals.

A summer evening event in Corsham with an adult multi-terrain 10 km race and a 2 km junior race; licensed and insured, with fundraising for local charities.

A point to point 57 mile ultra along the Severn Way from Worcester to Stonehouse, passing Upton-on-Severn, Tewkesbury and Gloucester. Four checkpoints offer vegan and gluten free options, finishers receive a bespoke medal and a head visor.

A 24-hour multi-terrain relay or solo race near RM13 with teams of 2 to 8, repeated 5.75 mile laps, free camping and on-site catering, showers and first aid. Entry fees are published from £89 to £110.

Follow Britains oldest trail through 5000 years of history on the Ridgeway. Choose between 50km or 100km distances and finish at the iconic Avebury Standing Stones with full medical and snack support.

A family friendly inflatable obstacle run in Southampton on Saturday 11th July 2026, offering 2.5k, 5k, 10k and 15k options with giant inflatables, five music zones, a finisher's medal and on-site food and water stations.

A circular outdoor challenge from Hallow with five waymarked routes through 12 local parishes, distances from 10 to 40 miles. Entry includes checkpoint refreshments and a hot meal at the finish.

Trail races from 8 km to a 50 km ultra starting at Princes Risborough School, crossing beech woodland, ridgelines and chalk downs. Marked routes include outposts, mandatory kit for longer distances, free parking and nearby rail access.

A 50 km trail race from Studland Beach along the Purbeck Way that passes coastal landmarks like Old Harry Rocks and Corfe Castle. One runner is appointed the Ferry who starts at the back and competitors aim to finish ahead of them.

Enjoy a flexible timed running event along the flat River Thames towpath. Choose your distance from 5km to an ultra marathon and earn a bespoke spinning medal on this fast riverside course.

A guided 10 km trail run in the Chiltern Hills on 11 July 2026, based at Church Farm Cafe in Aldbury. Run leaders provide technique tips and local history, with on-site parking and a 15 minute walk from the station; dogs allowed with cani c..

A teams event at The Packhorse in South Stoke on 11 July 2026 where three person teams in compulsory fancy dress collect and carry a full cider barrel from Upper Midford back to the pub. Prizes include fastest time, best fancy dress and tea..

A lap based timed run at Mowsbury Park on 11 July 2026 offering distances from 5 km up to ultra with a flexible one hour start window and a choice of medal or lower cost no medal entry. Places are limited to 75.

A Pretty Muddy 5k obstacle course at Abington Park in Northampton, with mixed-path and grass terrain. The event supports Cancer Research UK, has on-site parking and facilities, and requires participants to be at least 13 years old.

A mud obstacle *5k* inside Beckenham Place Park with grass and path terrain, steep sections and timed wave starts. Organised by Cancer Research UK, the event includes on-site facilities, marshal support and a minimum fundraising target.

A muddy 5K obstacle event in Brentwood on 11 July 2026 featuring climbs, water crossings and a 20 foot slide into a lake. Open to ages 13 and over, with a £40 registration fee and a £100 fundraising pledge.

Ultra:5K in Kempston on 12 July 2026 features repeated 5K races spaced one hour apart; entrants may choose five races or a three-race option, with winners decided by fastest cumulative time.

A 7-mile multi-terrain race through Knole Park with a chip-timed 3.5 km junior run for ages 9 to 15. Profits support The Running Charity and the event includes medals, free photos and prizes for top finishers.

A fund raising multi lap running event on 12 July 2026 at Old Elizabethans Cricket Club, Worcester, supporting stroke services. Multiple race formats including a solo marathon, relays and a kids Wild Mile.

A Race for Life event at Abington Park on 12 July 2026 offering 10k, 5k and 3k distances with chip timing. The park course uses paths and grass; parking is on grass and the route is not suitable for wheelchair users.