Trail Running calendar near Rochford 2026-2027

Festive multi-distance run at High Lodge, Thetford Forest on 13 December 2026. Looped routes from 5k to ultra with lap based heavy and ultra options, an aid station and event medals. Twenty percent of entry fees supports forest upkeep.

Festive themed half marathon on woodland trails, meadows and country lanes around Mid Suffolk, starting and finishing at Stowmarket Football Club. Manually timed cupless race with water refill, mince pie, photography and optional eco friend..

Join a festive Christmas run along the flat Jubilee River. Choose your own distance in this 6-hour timed event on a scenic towpath. All finishers receive a bespoke festive medal.

A festive multi terrain cross country in Pett, East Sussex with a main five mile loop, a 2 Mile Fun Run and a children's Drumsticks Scurry. The event raises funds for Shelter and includes a bespoke medal and free photos.

Christmas Canter at Suffolk Running Centre offers 5k, 10k, half, full and ultra distances, a bespoke finisher medal, aid stations every 10k and parking included. The event uses loop and out and back formats and has a seven hour cut off.

A dawn to dusk winter trail challenge at Box Hill where runners repeat a roughly 10 mile loop with 2,400 ft elevation per lap and may stop after any completed lap; entry includes insurance, medical cover, aid stations and a finisher medal.

A 50 km trail ultra along the North Downs Way from Detling to Wye with about 1,000 m of ascent, three checkpoints and mandatory kit requirements. The route passes Boxley Warren, Thurnham Castle, Lenham Cross and the Wye Downs.

A festive trail running day at Wendover Woods on 20 December 2026 offering a Family Santa Mile plus 5 mile and 10 mile options, with medals and seasonal treats for finishers.

A lakeside Christmas event in Milton Keynes offering marathon and half marathon options with 7½ and 3½ clockwise laps of Caldecotte Lake. Finishers receive a bespoke medal and the event is held under 100 Marathon Club rules.

A 7 hour Time Challenge along the River Thames at Wraysbury Skiff and Punting Club offering flexible distances from 3 km up to 50 km. Finishers receive a Christmas medal, distance pins for longer races, goody bags and a festive aid table.

Final round of a four event winter trail series on 27 December 2026 at Trifarm in Boreham. Over 95 percent off road on public footpaths and bridleways with on site parking, registration, and food sales available.

A cupless charity run through Rathfinny Wine Estate in the South Downs, presented as two 5 km loops over grass and chalky trails. Part of the entry fee supports the WOLO Foundation and parking rules aim to reduce car travel.

A low key multi-lap half and full marathon along the River Thames in Walton on Thames on 28 December 2026. The UKA certified flat towpath course awards medals to all finishers and has limited places.

A winter cross-country event at Butlers Lands Farm featuring water crossings, Roman Walls, fields and footpaths. Distances are 10K and 10 Mile with entry fees from £32 to £35; finish-line refreshments include mulled wine and mince pies.

A 10.000 km trail race around Box Hill with steep climbs and scenic views, registration and parking at Denbies Vineyard. The event includes a kids fun run and a ladies race and uses a B Course around Denbies if Box Hill is unavailable.

Looped 7K and 10K courses in Chalfont St Peter and Gerrards Cross let runners choose distances from a single loop to ultramarathon. Aid stations, marked routes, crew access and medical support are provided, with prizes for top finishers in..

A cross country meeting in Penshurst Village on 3 January 2027 organised by Penshurst Cross Country Run, featuring a five mile race and a five mile canicross; venue postcode TN11 8DB.

A 43 mile point to point ultra from Wendover to Little Venice mixing country trails, roads and canal towpath. The event uses GPS tracking, has five checkpoints and a baggage transfer, and is open to runners aged 18 and over.

Trail running at Newlands Corner in Guildford on 9 January 2027, offering 10 km and 15 km options with listed entry fees and multi-race bundles.

Looped 7K and 10K courses in Chalfont St Peter and Gerrards Cross let runners choose distances from a single loop to ultramarathon. Aid stations, marked routes, crew access and medical support are provided, with prizes for top finishers in..