Trail Running calendar near Rendlesham 2026-2027

Run the traffic free Flitch Way on two 5.3 km marked loops, choosing distances from 5K to marathon or a timed 6 hour challenge. Pick a bespoke medal and enjoy lap aid station support at this cupless event so bring your own cup.

Take on the scenic 42 mile St Peters Way Ultra from Chipping Ongar to the St Peter on the Wall chapel at Bradwell on Sea, finishing along a raised sea wall. Expect muddy, changeable terrain with checkpoint support and live tracking.

Head to Hadleigh Country Park for the Hadleigh Legacy 10k, a scenic but testing off road route around Hadleigh Castle with muddy trails and steep climbs to test your legs. Wave starts, clear waymarking and helpful marshals keep the event fl..

Discover Thetford Festival of Running on 22 February 2026 at High Lodge, Thetford Forest, with distances from 5k to ultra on scenic 5 km loops. Enjoy trails, a festival vibe and races for all abilities while supporting forest care.

The High Lodge Half Marathon winds through Thetford Forest on varied trails and sand, offering scenic views and wildlife like fallow deer and wild thyme. Traffic free, manually timed event with finisher medals and podium trophies.

Take on scenic trails through private woodlands and rolling fields at Stody Estate with 4, 8 and 12 km options, chip timing, eco friendly medals and event photos. Enjoy a post run refreshment zone serving bacon rolls, cakes and hot drinks.

Guided 16k trail run at High Lodge in Thetford Forest, paced conversationally with groups matched by ability. Explore flat woodland trails, spot wildlife and pick up practical trail running tips with an optional cool down.

Discover new scenic routes across the North Downs and Greensand Ridge at the 49th Sevenoaks Circular Challenge, with 15, 20 and 30 mile options. Friendly indoor checkpoints, hot food at the finish and rolling countryside views await.

Join Gratitude 25KM 2026 in Broxbourne for a rewarding 25 km run on 21 March 2026. Ticketed entry and a welcoming atmosphere make it ideal for runners looking for a spring challenge.

Run the Moo Marathon, Calf and Hen K at scenic Hyde Hall Farm with 10k to ultra distances on lap based trail routes. Secure parking, water at the lap point and a farm finish; bring a cup or bottle as the event is cupless.

Join a guided 10k through High Lodge in Thetford Forest, enjoying flat woodland trails and friendly conversational paces. Perfect for runners new to trail running who want relaxed company and expert guidance on easy forest terrain.

Enjoy a flat, scenic 10 km along the River Stour between Chartham and Canterbury, perfect for a fast time or a relaxed riverside run. Friendly village atmosphere with medals, trophies and age group awards to celebrate your finish.

Join Zach’s Devil Steps Trail Run on 22 March 2026 to tackle scenic Essex trails and raise funds for Cancer Research. Choose 3.5 or 7.3 mile routes, enjoy a self start format, and secure one of only 120 places for a fun timed charity run.

Spring Blickling Half Marathon on 29 March 2026 starts and finishes at Blickling Hall on a scenic multi terrain course. The event is sold out but transfers sometimes appear and finishers get chip timing and a bespoke medal.

Take on a scenic 10K through Epping Forest on 29 March 2026, two laps on traffic free forest tracks with an undulating, multi terrain route. Limited to 600 entries and finishers receive a medal.

Celebrate the Galloping Grind reopening with the Easter Egg 10k trail in Chelmsford. Limited to 30 runners, this dusk run includes an on site chocolate egg hunt and a limited edition T shirt.

Join Active Fakenham Town Centre 5K for a lively community morning with a 5K race, 1K fun run and Toddle’n’Trike for under fives on a closed town circuit. Finishers get medals and kids receive Easter goodie bags.

Run the picturesque grounds of Haughley Park on 12 April 2026 with distances from 5k to ultra for all abilities. Limited to 300 runners, the event features lap formats, a bespoke finisher medal and a friendly community atmosphere.

Join the inaugural High Lodge Wild Trail Runs on 12 April 2026 at Thetford Forest for scenic 5 km and 10 km timed trail races between Cambridge and Norwich. All finishers receive a medal, Wild Deer merchandise, a snack and a drink.

Tough but rewarding 10 km fell race around Chingford with 450 m of climbing, hosting the first ever Essex County Championships. Pre entry only and open to Essex eligible runners aged 16 and over, with teams welcome.