Trail Running calendar near Rochford 2026-2027

A timed lap based run at Buchan Country Park in Crawley on 27 September 2026 with distances from 5 km up to ultra and flexible start options. Entry choices include a medal or a lower cost no medal option.

Point to point runs from Central Park, Dartford along the River Darent with 5K, 10K and 18K options plus a finisher medal and post race refreshments.

A seven hour Time Challenge along the River Thames where runners choose distances from 3 km to 50 km, with medals, distance pins and a goody bag.

A timed track event in Walton on Thames on 2 October 2026 offering 6, 12 and 24 hour formats with chip timing, 400 m laps and distance options from 5 km up to 100 mile equivalents. The track is limited to 100 runners at once.

A single-loop 100 mile trail from Plumpton Racecourse in the South Downs National Park, featuring over 12,000 ft of elevation, 12 aid stations, a 34 hour cutoff and free onsite camping. The race forms part of the South Downs Triple Crown.

Guided 30 mile trail run from St Martha's Hill, Guildford covering Box Hill and North Downs Way sections with group pacing and coach support.

A 50 km ultramarathon through Epping Forest in London, organised by Camino Ultra and scheduled for 3 October 2026 as part of their 2026 race programme.

London EcoTrail 25 km is a trail running event in Bell Common, Epping on 03 Oct 2026. It is organised by London based ultramarathon event company Camino Ultra as part of their 2026 events.

A 50 km night loop across the South Downs starting and finishing at Plumpton Racecourse. The course is fully marked with four aid stations, mandatory GPS tracking and chip timing, and awards two ITRA points.

A guided 30 mile trail run from St Martha's Hill exploring the Surrey Hills and Box Hill with an experienced ultra runner and coach. Group pace, recommended 22 miles training, cost £55 and an alcohol free beer may be available.

Inflatable obstacle course event at Kempton Park Racecourse on 3 October 2026 with 2.5K, 5K, 10K and 15K options suitable for ages 5 and up.

Scenic out and back races along the Thames Path from Petersham & Ham Sea Scouts HQ to Barnes, offered as 10 km, half marathon and marathon options with staffed checkpoints and medical cover.

Three mapped walking routes from Marlow of 25 km, 40 km and 50 km with checkpoints, time limits, mandatory kit and limited online entry.

Multi-terrain 10 km and 5 km runs around Thompson, Norfolk, with bespoke medals for all and trophies for top finishers. Proceeds support the Thompson Millennium Green Charitable Trust.

A chip timed, multi terrain 5 mile race on 4 October 2026 at Carlton Park, Saxmundham, with prizes and a finishers memento. Junior fun runs of 1 km and 2 km are included with medals for all junior finishers.

A 50 mile coastal ultramarathon along the Essex saltmarshes, starting at South Woodham Ferrers Rugby Club and finishing at Maldon Promenade Park. Fully supported with aid stations, GPX route files, a shuttle option and a 15 hour cut off.

A community organised 10 km race at Imberhorne School featuring mixed terrain, marshals, chip timing and a sustainably sourced finisher medal supporting local charities.

Coastal 18 and 26 mile routes start and finish at Walberswick Village Hall, skirting Minsmere and Dunwich with staffed checkpoints, food, a finish meal and finisher certificates included.

A guided 16k trail run at High Lodge in Thetford Forest led at a conversational pace with route guidance, trail running tips and an optional cool down. Terrain is mostly flat with a couple of small hills and parking costs £3.

The Phoenix Running - Slough will take place in Slough on Thursday 8 October 2026. You can run 5 miles.