Trail Running calendar near Southend-on-Sea 2026-2027

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 two-day, self-supported navigation and endurance event for teams of two in the Surrey Hills, based at Newlands Corner with limited entries, basic camping and an entry fee that includes maps and a t-shirt.

A point-to-point 50 km ultramarathon from Horsham to Brighton seafront on 8 May 2027, with mixed trails, four feed stations, full course signing and individual or two-person relay entry options.

Test your agility at Nuclear Rush with over 70 obstacles including the 20 foot Deathslide and lake zip lines. Choose between 6km and 12km courses set in the muddy terrain of the Secret Nuclear Bunker Estate in Essex.

An inflatable obstacle course and fun run in Guildford, Surrey on 8 May 2027 offering 2.5k, 5k, 10k and 15k distances with music zones, water stations and a finisher medal for every participant.

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.

Trail races through Rathfinny Wine Estate with single 10.7 km and double 21.4 km loops, marked off-road terrain and chip timing. The carbon neutral event supports the WOLO Foundation and provides aid stations, recycled medals and parking ar..

A multi distance trail event around Bewl Water reservoir near Lamberhurst, Kent. Races include 50km, marathon, half marathon and 10km on wooded trails and country lanes with start and finish at the Visitor Centre.

Obstacle course races in Henley on Thames on May 15 and 16, 2027 include a 5 km Sprint, 10 km Super and 21 km Beast. The course runs through historic town landmarks and along riverside sections.

A family friendly untimed inflatable obstacle run at Brands Hatch on 15 May 2027, offering lap based distances from 2.5k to 15k with music zones, on course hydration 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.

A 50-mile point-to-point ultramarathon on the North Downs Way from Farnham to Knockholt Pound with about 5,600 ft of ascent, six aid stations, medical support and a 13 hour cutoff.

A community run at Brandon Country Park featuring repeated 5.3 km laps on gravel and grass. Timed formats let participants cover anything from 5 km up to ultra distances, with an aid station each lap and a bespoke finisher medal.

Race for Life at Weald Country Park in Brentwood features 3k, 5k and 10k routes across grass and woodland trails. The 10k is two laps of the 5k course and the event is chip timed.

Trail runs and walks near Reading at Mapledurham House on 22 and 23 May 2027, with waymarked routes along the Thames, multiple distances, support stations, online tracking and on site camping.

A 7 km cross-country fun run at Trenchmore Farm, featuring orchard and woodland trails, a relaxed farmyard social with food and music, and a free drink for every runner. Fancy dress is encouraged.

A single-lap *50 km* multi terrain ultra in Maidenhead on May 22 2027, mainly off road along the Thames Path, Jubilee River and the Green Way. Four aid stations, chip timing, live tracking and on-course nutrition support.