Trail Running calendar near Richmond 2026-2027

Explore the North Downs on scenic, punchy trails from Cranleigh Showground on 27 June 2026. Routes from 5 km to a 50 km ultra wind through Winterfold, Hurtwood, Leith Hill and Ranmore Common for a challenging countryside adventure.

Run scenic off road trails through the Thames Valley at the RunThrough Marlow Trail Run, with 5K, 10K and half marathon options. Enjoy chip timing, a themed medal, free race photos and a lively event village with food and drinks.

Run the woods at Salcey Forest on 28 June 2026 with 10K, half marathon, marathon or 50 km routes over scenic, well marked forest trails. Finishers get a medal and drink, and the event is cupless so bring your own bottle.

Run from 3 Brewers Brewery through Hertfordshire countryside on a mostly off road 10 km or 5 km course featuring trails, woodland and farm tracks. Finish with a medal, a pint and live jazz while supporting local charity Earthworks.

Hit the South Downs for the Housedean Half and 10K, a scenic trail with sweeping views over Lewes and countryside. Well supported with water stations, chip timing and on site camping, it is ideal for runners seeking peaceful country miles.

Tackle the Hangers Way 50K, a point to point trail through Hampshire woodlands and rolling grassland, visiting picturesque villages like Selborne. Enjoy a fully signed route, a 9 hour cut off and option to plant a tree instead of a medal.

Enjoy a scenic, multi terrain 10k from Peacehaven across bridleways and the South Downs Way, finishing through Telscombe village. Junior fun run available and finishers get a bespoke medal, photos and post race refreshments.

Guided 10 km trail run around the Devil's Punchbowl in Hindhead, with summer sunset runs and headtorch group night runs in darker months. Social pace, great views and the chance to try trail gear.

Run the full 82 mile Essex Way from Epping tube to Harwich lighthouse over challenging trails and country lanes. Enjoy supported checkpoints, GPS tracking and a 24 hour finish window for an epic route across Essex.

Run along the scenic River Thames in a 7 hour timed event and choose your challenge from 3 km up to marathon, 50 km or ultra. Flat, well signed loops, aid stations and finisher medals with vegan goody bag options make this a welcoming day f..

The Serpent Trail on 4 July 2026 from Petersfield showcases scenic South Downs trails through heath, ancient woodlands and rivers. Choose distances from 10 km to 100 km, with coach transfers, camping, a kids race, food and a licensed bar.

Suffolk Trail Running Festival offers a weekend of trail races and festival vibes in Ipswich, with a family 3 km, a 10 km and a 24 hour lap event for solos and teams. Enjoy on site camping, live music, refreshments and fun for all ages.

Fen Gallop on Sunday 5 July 2026 in Willingham offers a flat, scenic run through the Cambridgeshire fens with 10 km and 4 mile options. Friendly for families and walkers, the community event raises funds for Willingham School Association an..

Run the Chiltern Ridge Half, a scenic 21.1 km trail on the Ridgeway with 526 m climb and sweeping Chiltern views. Limited to 350 runners, this UTMB World Series Index Race blends challenge with classic off road charm.

Run the Bishop's Stortford Mitre on 5 July with traffic free 10K and 5K through East Herts villages and a free 1K for under 11s. All finishers get a free tee or can choose to have a tree planted to support new school sports facilities.

Enjoy the Bewl 15 and 5 Mile on 5 July 2026, scenic off road laps around Bewl Water with gentle climbs and lakeside views. Organised by Wadhurst Runners, the race supports the Air Ambulance and offers medals and t shirts.

Experience a guided 10km trail on Thursley Common National Nature Reserve, with boardwalks, heath and woodland alive with birdlife. This group paced run is not a race and listed dates are currently sold out.

Race to the Stones on 11 to 12 July 2026 offers 50 km and 100 km routes, nonstop or over two days. Run the Ridgeway past chalk figures and hill forts to a dramatic finish at the Avebury Standing Stones with pitstops and basecamp support.

Run scenic trails through ancient beech woodlands and chalk downs in the Chiltern Hills at the Maverick Chilterns Trail on Saturday 11 July 2026 in Princes Risborough. Choose from distances from 8 km up to a 50 km ultra for every level.

Ultra:5K 2026 invites runners to tackle repeated 5 km laps on the hour for 3, 5 or 10 laps, testing endurance on a hilly, twisty trail near Bedford. Enjoy on course support, a bespoke finisher medal and relaxed festival vibes.