Trail Running calendar near Rowlands Castle 2025-2026

Take on the MTC Thames Challenge, a four day 184 mile multi stage endurance race along the scenic Thames Path from the source to the Thames Barrier. Included hotels and main evening meals connect the stages for a supported ultra experience.

Tackle the MTC Cotswold Ultra, a scenic 57 mile point to point along the Thames Path from Kemble to Oxford, with a bespoke medal and MTC head visor for all. Classic Cotswold views and trophies for winners make this a memorable challenge.

Take on the MTC Oxford Ultra, a 49 mile point to point along the Thames Path from Oxford to Henley. Expect scenic riverside trails, three support checkpoints and challenging self sufficient ultrarunning with a bespoke finisher medal.

Scenic 7 hour timed run along the River Thames on 7 Aug 2026 lets you choose any distance from 3 km to ultra. Finishers get medals and distance pins, with aid stations, cafe and vegan goody bags.

Take on the 47 mile MTC Windsor Ultra along the scenic Thames from Henley to Kingston, testing endurance with three aid stops and rolling river views. Finishers get a bespoke medal and choice of tech shirt, mug or hat.

Take on the North Downs Way 100, a continuous 103 miles from Farnham to Ashford with 11,000 ft of climb and a 30 hour cutoff. Mostly trail, marked route and stocked aid stations lead to a memorable finish at Julie Rose Stadium.

Run the Mendip Marauder, a scenic but hilly trail on the Mendip Way with 30 or 50 mile options that traverse Ebbor Gorge, Cheddar and woodlands before a memorable finish on Uphill Sands Beach. Well marked trails and staffed aid stations sup..

Join the Ramsbury Gold 10km at Ramsbury Brewery on 9 August for a scenic multi terrain trail run through woodland and footpaths, with a canicross option. Finishers get a medal, a pint cup and a free drink while supporting Brighter Futures.

Join Saturn Too Midweek Medal Madness on 14 August 2026 for a seven hour timed challenge along the Thames with distances from 3 km to ultramarathon. Finish 3 km to earn a medal and goody bag with drink stops on course.

Experience the Two Tunnels in Bath, a unique run through two lit, surfaced railway tunnels and rolling paths. Options span short Colourburst runs up to marathon and 50 km distances, with proceeds supporting Sustrans.

Run a scenic off road half marathon along riverbank and a disused railway with flint paths and stiles, starting and finishing at Henfield Leisure Centre. Enjoy race day treats and a finisher medal for all.

Run the Southampton Running Festival on 16 August 2026 at Southampton Common with 5K, 10K, half marathon and junior races. Scenic laps through woodland, ponds and parkland, plus an event village and a focus on sustainability.

Run through Alexandra Gardens with views of Windsor Castle at the Windsor Trail Run on 30 August 2026. Choose a 10K or half marathon, enjoy chip timing, free race photos and a lively event village.

Enjoy a scenic trail marathon and half at Woldingham School with rolling valley and North Downs views on a 13.1 mile loop. Perfect for runners who love woods, ridge paths and rewarding post race treats.

Run along the River Thames at Temple Island Meadows with half marathon, 10K and junior races supporting Royal Berks Charity. Enjoy mixed undulating trails, finisher medals, chip timing, free photos and a lively event village.

Join a guided 30 mile trail along the scenic Jurassic Coast from Studland Bay to Old Harry Rocks. This non competitive ultra is led by an experienced coach and suits well trained runners ready for big climbs.

Take on the South Coast Ultra Challenge along the South Downs Way from Eastbourne to Arundel, passing Beachy Head, the Seven Sisters and Brighton on stunning coastal trails. Choose distances from 25 km up to a full 100 km continuous or spli..

Guided 10km evening trail run around Silent Pool, following the North Downs Way through Netley Heath to Shere. Sunset and headtorch night runs are social guided outings not races, ideal for fit trail runners.

Run scenic, undulating woodland and lakeside trails around Bewl Water in Lamberhurst, Kent, with distances from 10K to a 50K ultra. This biannual series, praised by Runners World, offers measured courses, route maps and finisher medals.

Run or walk the Thames Path Ultra Challenge from Putney to Henley, with distances from a 10 km riverside loop up to the full 100 km ultra. Choose a one day push or a relaxed two day option with midway camping and festival vibes in Henley.