Trail Running calendar near Rochester 2025-2026

Run the Martian Race at Horsell Common on 21 June 2026 and follow routes through the sandpits immortalised in H.G. Wells The War of the Worlds. Volunteer organised and charity focused, with distances for all ages.

The Summer Solstice Challenge - Colchester will take place in Colchester on Sunday 21 June 2026.

The Midsummer Munro will take place in Walton on the Hill on Sunday 21 June 2026. You can run 13 miles.

Tackle a full marathon over three days at the Colworth Marathon Challenge on the scenic Colworth Estate. Choose one, two or all three races and enjoy free camping, family entertainment and children's races for a festival feel.

Celebrate the season finale at Cowdray Estate with scenic routes across polo lawns, Ambersham Common and views of the Cowdray Ruins and South Downs. Canicross options, a kids run and post race BBQ and bar make for a festive family finish.

Take on farm trail laps at Hyde Hall Farm with distances from 5k to ultra, including a Heavy Half option. On site parking and a bespoke finisher medal make for a friendly, flexible event.

Enjoy scenic Thames Valley trails at Marlow Rugby Club with 5K, 10K and Half Marathon options on well marked off road courses. Chip timing, free race photos and a themed finisher medal make this a fun, sustainable event for all abilities.

The The Housedean Half will take place in Lewes on Sunday 28 June 2026. You can run between 10 and 21 kilometers.

Join a guided 10km trail run around the Devil's Punchbowl in Hindhead, enjoying rolling hills and a scenic pause with great views. This friendly group paced run is led by an experienced guide and runs at sunset or by headtorch in winter.

Event overview The SATURN Midweek Chasing Numbers event takes place on Friday, 3 July 2026 at Wraysbury Skiff & Punting Club, Egham (TW20 0AE). It is a 7 hour Time Challenge with flexible start times available throughout the day. The ev..

Take on the Full Essex Way Ultra, an 82 mile journey from Epping tube station to Harwich lighthouse across varied trails, tracks and roads. With just 65 places and a 24 hour cut off, this iconic challenge supports Essex Wildlife Trust.

Take on the Serpent Trail in the South Downs on 4 July 2026, with routes from 10 km to 100 km across heathland, ancient woods and chalk hills. Camping, coach transfers, food and a licensed bar make it a perfect weekend for runners and walke..

On 5 July 2026 the Chiltern Ridge Half Marathon offers a scenic off road challenge along The Ridgeway near Wendover, with rolling climbs and woodland views. Entries are limited to 350 runners so book early for this memorable trail experienc..

Join the Bishop's Stortford Mitre on 5 July 2026 for community 10k, 5k and a fun 1K kids race on traffic free country lanes at Jobbers Wood. Support the Mitre Fund and enjoy chip timing, a finisher T shirt or a tree planted in your name.

Fen Gallop 2026 is a scenic running event held in Willingham, Cambridgeshire, featuring flat, multi-terrain courses along country roads, footpaths, and bridleways. Participants can choose between a 10K race or a shorter 4-mile option, both..

Explore Thursley Common on a guided 10km trail run, a notably flat route with a scenic boardwalk and plenty of birdlife and dragonflies. Enjoy a friendly group atmosphere with kit to try and optional post run refreshment.

The La Stellienne will take place in Stella Plage on Saturday 11 July 2026.

Join the Spitfire Scramble, a 24 hour multi terrain relay or solo event at Albyns Farm where teams of two to eight trade laps on scenic trails. Camp from Friday and enjoy food, hot showers, sports massage and a lively race village.

Run the Ridgeway to the Avebury Standing Stones in Race to the Stones, with 50 km and 100 km options including a two day format. Scenic trails, marked course, pitstops and full support make this a bucket list ultramarathon.

The The Maverick Chilterns Trail will take place in Wendover on Saturday 11 July 2026. You can run between 10 and 51 kilometers.