Trail Running calendar near Santon Downham 2026-2027

Forest trail runs at High Lodge in Thetford Forest on 11 April 2027 with 5 km, 10 km and a new half marathon options. The chip timed event is fully supported and all finishers receive a medal, merchandise, snack and drink.

A 50K trail ultra on the Chiltern Hills ridgeline from Berkhamsted Castle to Hampden Meadow, passing Ashridge and Ivinghoe Beacon. Fully marked course with three aid stations and a nine hour time limit.

A guided *42.2 km* trail marathon through the Chiltern Hills, led by qualified run leaders. The route uses the Ridgeway and Wendover Woods, with checkpoints, refreshments, bag drop and a wooden finisher’s medal included.

A scenic *10 km* trail race on Sunday 18 April 2027 around the Nene Valley, starting and finishing at KC Active in Kings Cliffe. The circular, waymarked route uses farm tracks and disused railway lines and features a staffed aid station.

An inflatable obstacle-course event in St Albans on 24 April 2027 offering 2.5k to 15k options, giant inflatables, five music zones, on-course hydration and a finisher's medal.

A multi-distance road event at Suffolk Running Centre on 25 April 2027 offering 5k, 10k, half and full marathon on officially measured scenic routes with aid stations, parking and a bespoke finisher medal.

A four leg stage trail relay along the Roach Valley Way covering 23 miles in total. Teams of four navigate by maps and way markers while proceeds support Havens Hospices.

A 5 km Pretty Muddy obstacle course at Norfolk Showground with a mix of paths and grass, staggered wave starts every 15 minutes and an age limit of 13 and over. The event supports fundraising for Cancer Research UK.

A muddy obstacle course at the Secret Nuclear Bunker Estate in Essex, Nuclear Rush offers 6 km and 12 km routes with dozens of obstacles, chip timing, signature features like the Deathslide, and family race options.

A two day trail running festival at Deene Park Estate near Corby on 8 and 9 May 2027 offering events from 10k to a 56.1k Quest, medals for finishers and weekend festival activities.

Shires and Spires is a multi-distance running event around Naseby in Northamptonshire featuring roads and trails, five distances from 10K to a 35 mile ultra, and a course that changes direction each year.

Road marathon and half at Suffolk Running Centre using the Kirtling and Windmill routes. Aid stations every 10 km, parking included, and the event is cupless so bring a bottle or cup.

A long-established marathon in North Essex organised by Halstead Road Runners, set on scenic low-traffic roads and part of the Essex Road Running Championships. The event has a 500-runner limit, supports local charities and holds a course m..

A guided 30 km trail run in the Chiltern Hills based at Tring with Run Leaders, trail technique instruction, a refreshment checkpoint and a finisher's medal. Entries are limited to 50 and participants are grouped by ability.

Off road 10 km, 5 km and family runs at Milton Creek Country Park on 9 May 2027 supporting The Oliver Fisher Special Care Baby Trust. Varied trail terrain, route maps and event medals are provided.

A 50k ultra through Nottinghamshire villages that uses footpaths, bridleways, tracks and minor roads. The route starts and finishes at Milestone Brewery, includes checkpoints every 6 to 8 miles and post-race food and tap room access.

A Pretty Muddy 5k obstacle course at Braunstone Park on 15 May 2027 combining grass and path with climbs, crawls and slides. Waves start every 15 minutes, participants must be 13 or older and there is a minimum fundraising target of £50.

A one day trail running festival in Suffolk on 15 May 2027 offering a 50 mile ultra, a 50 km ultra and a trail marathon on coastal and marshland routes finishing at Nicholas Everitt Park.

An inflatable obstacle course event at Brands Hatch, Kent offering 2.5k laps with 15 obstacles per lap and options up to 15k. Family rules, group discounts, on course water and a finisher medal for all participants.

A point to point trail event along the Suffolk and Essex coast offering 100 miles, 50 miles and 50 km options, mostly on soft trail. The route follows five estuaries, features regular checkpoints and issues GPS trackers for safety.