Trail Running calendar near Southend-on-Sea 2025-2026

The Reigate Priory Park 10K is a scenic charity fun run held in Priory Park, Reigate, Surrey. The course features a 250-meter start plus four laps on an accurately measured, gently undulating cross-country terrain surrounded by lush greenery. Suitable for runners of all levels, the event fosters a f..

The South Downs 50k is a point-to-point trail race held in the South Downs National Park, running from Falmer to Eastbourne along the scenic South Downs Way. Covering 50 kilometers with over 3,500 feet of elevation gain and descent, the course features mostly runnable grass trails, farm tracks, and..

Farmmageddon is an endurance running event held at Hyde Hall Farm, Buntingford, SG9 0RU. Returning for its second year, the event features a challenging 100-mile race completed over 32 hours across two days. The course consists of a 5.3 km loop combining trail, grassland, and some tarmac paths, suit..

The London 2 Brighton Ultra Challenge is a premier endurance event in the UK, offering multiple distances including 100km, 75km, 58km, 42km (Sussex Trail Marathon), 33km, 25km, and a 10km loop. Starting in Richmond, West London, the route traverses the scenic North Downs and Surrey & Sussex countrys..

The Fox is a quintessentially British trail running event set in the picturesque Surrey countryside. It offers three race distances: 20K, 41K, and 62K, all finishing at Burys Field in Godalming. The courses start from different locations, including Godalming, West Clandon, and Merrist Wood College,..

The Seven Sisters Half Marathon is a scenic 13.5-mile trail race held in the South Downs National Park, starting and finishing at Helen Garden in Eastbourne. The course follows the South Downs Way, passing through Friston Forest, woodland trails, the iconic Seven Sisters cliffs, and Beachy Head, off..

The Castle Trails 30km is a scenic point-to-point trail race in Kent, launching in 2026 as part of the Three Castles 50km Ultra weekend. Starting at Little Fant Farm near Maidstone and finishing in Tonbridge, the course follows the River Medway, passing historic sites like East Farleigh’s stone brid..

The Three Castles 50km Ultra Marathon is a scenic race held in Kent, England, starting in Rochester and finishing at Tonbridge athletics track. The flat course follows the River Medway, passing three medieval castles, charming villages, and lush countryside along the Medway Valley Walk. Runners expe..

The Beat the Sunset 50km is a multi-terrain ultramarathon held in the Thames Valley, starting and finishing at Summerleaze Park in Maidenhead, Berkshire. The flat, single-lap course covers 50 kilometers with 235 meters of elevation, featuring 75% off-road terrain along the Thames Path, Jubilee River..

The Ridgeway Challenge is an 86-mile (139 km) point-to-point trail running race along the entire length of The Ridgeway National Trail in England. Starting at Ivinghoe Beacon in Hertfordshire and finishing at the Avebury Stones in Wiltshire, the course follows a historic path that has existed for ov..

The Circuit du Sore Legs is a unique running event held at Wodson Park Sports and Leisure Centre in Ware, Hertfordshire. Participants run on a traffic-free 400-meter athletics track, with distances ranging from 5k to a 6-hour challenge, including half marathon, full marathon, and 50k ultra options...

The Sundowner Marathon is a unique running event held in Purleigh, Chelmsford, England. This marathon offers a scenic course that takes participants along canals, over waterfalls, through vineyards, woodland, and coastal saltmarshes. The race starts early on a summer evening and continues into the n..

The Suffolk Back Yard Ultra is a highly competitive endurance running event held at High Lodge in Thetford Forest, Suffolk. Participants run a 4.167-mile loop every hour on the hour, continuing until only one runner completes a loop within the hour time limit. The course is flat, wide, and scenic, f..

The Valley of the Owls Run is a multi-distance running event held at the Suffolk Running Centre in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. The scenic course passes through the village of Ousden, known as the Valley of the Owls, featuring some of England’s oldest roads and beautiful countryside. Runners can choose..

The YHA 14 Mile Trail Run is an annual trail running event held in the Southease area, accessible via the Lewes-Seaford train line. The challenging 14-mile course begins with a climb and features slippery, muddy, and chalky terrain, making trail shoes recommended. Participants receive bottled water..

The Three Shires Way Ultra & Marathon, organized by Race Harborough, is a trail running event held in the rural landscapes and ancient woodlands of Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, and Northamptonshire. The event features two distances: a 50-mile ultra and a marathon, both suitable for beginners and e..

Solstice at the Lakes is a timed trail running event held at Leybourne Lakes Country Park in Kent, set against the summer solstice backdrop. Participants can choose from 6-hour, 12-hour, or 24-hour races, either solo or as part of a team relay. The course features a flat, fast, and scenic 2.5km loop..

Beyond Trails London is a trail running event set in Greater London, offering two distances: a 25km trail and a 55km ultra. The routes follow parts of the Capital Ring footpath, showcasing iconic landmarks such as Eltham Palace, Wimbledon Common, and Richmond Park, alongside hidden trails, parks, wo..

The Midsummer Munro will take place in Walton on the Hill on Sunday 21 June 2026. You can run 13 miles.

The Dunstable Downs Half Marathon is a rugged, off-road trail running event held at the National Trust's Dunstable Downs estate in the UK. Covering 21.2 km with over 450 meters of elevation, the course features chalk ridge trails offering stunning ridgeline views, challenging hills, exhilarating des..