Trail Running calendar near Rowlands Castle 2026-2027

Enjoy a festive multi terrain race through the muddy woods and farmland of Pett. This family friendly event features distances for all ages and raises money for the housing charity Shelter.

Run a flat 19 km route along a historic former railway line through the scenic River Stour valley. This festive trail event is open to all runners including those with dogs and buggies.

Experience a 50 km ultra trail adventure along the North Downs Way from Detling to Wye. This fully marked winter race features historic landmarks, three well-stocked checkpoints, and festive hot food at the finish line.

Celebrate the holiday season with a scenic trail run through Wendover Woods in the heart of the Chiltern Hills. Choose from three different distances with medals and festive treats for all finishers in this December event.

Celebrate Christmas Eve with the Die Hard Christmas races around scenic Caldecotte Lake in Milton Keynes, with marathon and half marathon options. Enjoy lakeside laps, friendly race support and a bespoke finisher medal.

Celebrate Christmas Day with a flexible 7 hour time challenge along the scenic River Thames in Egham. Run any distance from 3km to an ultra marathon and enjoy a unique themed aid station and finishers medal.

Experience a scenic 10 km trail run through the vineyards of the Rathfinny Wine Estate. Support a local cancer charity while enjoying hilly routes and beautiful views of the South Downs National Park.

Winter X is a mid-winter trail-running event in the Meon Valley offering 10, 30, 50 and 70 km on marked public trails with checkpoints and post-event food. Entries for 2025 are closed; a provisional date for 2026 is 28 December 2026.

Winter Runderland in Walton on Thames is a timed lap event on a 5.3 km riverside towpath course. Runners may select distances from 5 km up to ultra, and a lower-cost no-medal entry option is available.

Experience a historic trail race at Box Hill featuring significant elevation and panoramic views of the North Downs. This event offers a 10 km course on rough tracks with dedicated categories for men, women, and children.

Join the Penshurst Village Cross Country Run on Sunday 3 January 2027 for challenging 5 mile and canicross races over scenic local trails and open ground. Enjoy a friendly village atmosphere and a great day out for runners and their dogs.

Experience an iconic 43 mile ultra marathon journeying from the Buckinghamshire countryside to the heart of London. This season opener features scenic trails and historic canal paths with full GPS tracking and checkpoint support.

The Doughnut Dash is a flexible-distance run along a flat Thames riverside trail. Participants can run from a single lap to ultra marathon distances while enjoying doughnuts. All finishers receive a custom, neon-colored medal.

Experience the Hampshire countryside with a trail run starting from Sparsholt College. Choose between two distances featuring scenic views of Farley Mount and receive a finisher medal and goodies at the finish line.

This trail run through Moors Valley Country Park offers a half marathon and a 10K on woodland gravel paths. It's a dog-friendly event with chip timing and an eco-medal. Be prepared for muddy sections and inclines on the scenic course.

Experience a twilight run through Hurn Forest with the Starburster 5 and 10 mile events. This trail race follows an out and back route under the stars and supports Forestry England conservation efforts.

Experience a rewarding trail race through the private grounds of Ashdown Forest with 1568 feet of elevation. Choose between 5 or 10 miles of hard packed trails featuring steep climbs and panoramic views across The Downs.

Race through the spectacular winter landscape of Westonbirt Arboretum after dark. Choose from 5km or 10km distances on a solid, road-like trail. Explore over 2,500 species of trees under the night sky.

The Hibernal Hills 50 mile is a season-opening ultra on a 53-mile loop from Queen Elizabeth Country Park. With 6400 ft of climb on 99% trail, it's a UTMB Index race requiring a marathon qualifier. Runners are supported by six aid stations a..

Run through the stunning Westonbirt Arboretum, home to over 2,500 tree species, on a solid surface perfect for a scenic race. Choose from 5 km or 10 km distances with multiple wave starts for this popular winter event.