Trail Running calendar near Santon Downham 2025-2026

Run the scenic Thunder Races at Harrold Odell Country Park with 25 km and 50 km trail options through woodland and countryside. Marked routes, aid stations and a finisher medal make for a rewarding, well supported race day.

Berko 10km is a guided 10 km trail run through woods and scenic Chiltern Hills around historic Berkhamsted, starting near the castle ruins. Groups run with a leader who shares trail tips and local history, ideal for those who can manage 5 k..

Join the 6th Hannington Hike near Wellingborough on 8 March 2026 for scenic 15.5 or 26.6 mile routes with checkpoints, snacks and a hot meal at the finish. Friendly LDWA event with on site parking and support along the way.

Run a seven hour timed event along the flat, traffic free Fossdyke canal towpath at Woodcocks, Burton Waters, Lincoln. Choose half marathon, marathon or ultra distances and collect a medal for completing at least one lap.

Join a guided 16k trail run at High Lodge in Thetford Forest, paced conversationally for runners moving from road to trail. Explore varied woodland surfaces with gentle coaching on hill technique and a friendly, inclusive group vibe.

The Gratitude 25km is an exciting running event taking place in Broxbourne, UK. This race is designed for runners of all levels, promoting fitness and community spirit. Participants will enjoy a scenic route while challenging themselves to..

Run the Moo Marathon, Calf and Hen K at scenic Hyde Hall Farm with 10k to ultra distances on lap based trail routes. Secure parking, water at the lap point and a farm finish; bring a cup or bottle as the event is cupless.

Hardwick X Stream is a gritty off road 6 mile cross country at Manor House Farm with streams, fields and plenty of mud. Limited to 300 runners, this spike friendly race gives a memento to every finisher and offers post race refreshments.

Join a guided 10k through Thetford Forest at High Lodge on 22 Mar 2026, led at a relaxed conversational pace. Friendly ability groups, mostly flat woodland trails and a postrun stretch make this a great choice for newbies and regulars alike..

Challenge yourself at Spring Run on 22 March 2026 at Northampton Active, where a six hour timed event lets you tackle distances from a 5K up to an ultra marathon. Enjoy lap support, a Spring Run medal and a generous goody bag.

Run a 10k night trail at Salcey Forest by head torch, with Petzl demo lamps on site and hot drinks before and after the flat two lap course. Canicross entries start early and a tree token can replace a medal to plant wildflowers.

Run the Wild Half Marathon is a guided 13 mile trail through the scenic Chiltern Hills, with qualified leaders offering technique tips. Midroute refreshments and a finisher medal make for a rewarding half day outdoors.

Take on the Ashridge Boundary Run on 28 March 2026 in Aldbury, a scenic 17.5 mile trail around the Ashridge Estate starting and finishing at Aldbury Recreation Ground. National Trust backed, with water stations, a finisher gift and prizes.

Take on the Spring Blickling Half Marathon on 29 March 2026, starting and finishing at Blickling Hall. Enjoy a scenic multi terrain route, bespoke medal and finish line treats while helping EPIC Norfolk reinvest profits into local sport.

Take on a scenic 10K through Epping Forest on 29 March 2026, two laps on traffic free forest tracks with an undulating, multi terrain route. Limited to 600 entries and finishers receive a medal.

Celebrate the Galloping Grind reopening with the 3rd 10 km trail run at dusk in this Easter Egg edition. Only 30 places, includes a T shirt and post race egg hunt; bring a headtorch and high visibility gear.

Run the Rose of the Shires, a scenic 54 miles loop from Brixworth Country Park through Salcey Forest, canal towpaths and 21 villages. Mostly off road and a UTMB index 100K, the route offers navigation challenges and relay team entries.

Tackle the Rosebud Marathon, a scenic 26.2 mile section of the Rose of the Shires Ultra around Northampton. Expect mixed trail and road terrain, live GPS tracking, manned checkpoints and a finisher medal.

Join a guided trail marathon through the Chilterns and Ridgeway into Wendover Woods, tackling rolling hills and technical single track while qualified run leaders steer small ability groups. Midway refreshments and a wooden Run the Wild fin..

Flat, traffic free out and back ultramarathon on the scenic Brampton Valley Way with 14 mile one way or 28 mile round trip options. Bring a head torch for the tunnels and your own cup as the race is cupless.