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

Join Thunder Races at Harrold Odell Country Park for scenic 25 km and 50 km trail runs through woodland and countryside. Marked routes, aid stations and finish medals make it a welcoming challenge for trail runners of all levels.

Take on the stunning Sussex coastal trails at Eastbourne on 7 March 2026 with 10K, half marathon, marathon and ultra options that pass the Seven Sisters cliffs. Expect challenging chalk and forest terrain, great views and full event support..

Join the Humanity Direct Amersham Ultra on 7 March for scenic footpath and bridleway routes of 10 km, 25 km or 50 km starting at Dr Challoner's School. Run or walk to fundraise for Humanity Direct and earn a finisher medal.

Tackle the Leith Hill Half Marathon, a scenic 13.1 miles cross country run from Dorking to Leith Hill Tower and back with about 1,800 feet of climbing. Enjoy stunning views, a commemorative medal and a full cooked breakfast at the finish.

Hannington Hike in Wellingborough on 8 Mar 2026 offers two waymarked walks of about 15 and 27 miles for LDWA members and guests. Enjoy checkpoints with snacks and hot drinks and a certificate and badge at the finish.

Tackle the Hundred Hills 50 km, a challenging trail ultra at Stonor Park near Henley on Thames with two 25 km loops and 4000 ft of ascent. Five aid stations and hot food at the finish make for strong support.

Discover three brand new scenic routes across the North Downs and Greensand Ridge at the Sevenoaks Circular Challenge on 15 March 2026. Choose 15, 20 or 30 miles and enjoy supported checkpoints, hot finish food and sweeping North Downs view..

The ZigZag 2026 Moo-rathon, Calf and Hen K at the Farm is a trail running event held at Hyde Hall Farm, SG9 0RU. Returning for its third year, the event offers multiple distance options including 10k, half marathon, full marathon, and ultra..

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..

Join a guided 13 mile trail run around Guildford's Surrey Hills, visiting St Martha's Hill, Shere and the North Downs Way. Enjoy a friendly group pace, kit support and optional post run refreshments.

Run the Windsor Trail Run on Sunday 22 March 2026 at Alexandra Gardens, a flat, well marked trail with distant views of Windsor Castle. Choose 10K or Half Marathon with chip timing, post race goodies and an event village to celebrate.

Join the Y2Y North Downs Trek / Run on 22 March 2026 for a scenic trek along the North Downs Way to YMCA East Surrey, Redhill. Choose 26.2 or 14 miles, enjoy support stops and finish with a commemorative medal and technical t shirt.

Guided 10km trail run at Hankley Common, passing a reinforced Atlantic Wall replica and iconic film locations. Join sunset or night editions led by guides with headtorches for a scenic, social run across rugged trails.

Take on the Elephant Challenge at Salcey Forest on 24 March 2026, tackling repeated 3.5 mile loops over six hours. Runners, walkers, canicross and ruckers welcome, with an option to support Roald Dahl charity.

Run the Wild Half Marathon brings a guided 13 mile trail through the Chiltern Hills with rolling chalk climbs and wooded trails. English Athletics run leaders group you by ability, offer coaching, and a midcourse refreshment stop and finish..

Tackle a scenic, hilly timed challenge at Pippingford Park with 10 hours to complete up to ten laps of roughly 3, 4 or 5 mile loops. Enjoy rugged trails, basic camping and a finisher medal and coloured shirt to celebrate your day.

Join the Zig Zag Challenge at Brandon Country Park for timed 4 or 6 hour running on a scenic 5.3k multi terrain lap in Thetford Forest, entries limited to 100. Stack laps to tackle marathon or ultra distances and earn a bespoke finish medal..

The Springtide 50k is an ultra running event held in the historic town of Arundel, West Sussex. This single-loop course offers a runnable, non-technical route through the scenic South Downs, making it ideal for beginners and experienced run..

Saturn's 7 Hour Time Challenge at Wraysbury Skiff & Punting Club (Wraysbury, TW20) is an inclusive, self-paced race along the River Thames. Entrants choose a distance from a 3 km lap, with full laps around about 7 km (4.37 miles) or a short..

Run the Mortimer 10km in Berkshire on a scenic, mainly off road two lap route through woodlands, with a standard 10 km and a dog friendly canicross. Expect undulating trails, chip timing, medals and a lively village atmosphere.