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

Celebrate the longest day at the Summer Solstice Challenge around Abberton Reservoir, a timed loop with 5 km laps. Run as many laps as you like, earn a medal and support Essex Wildlife Trust.

A 21.2 km trail half marathon on the National Trust's Dunstable Downs on 21 June 2026, featuring 450 m of ascent, two on-route aid stations and fully marked trails with GPX support.

Run through the historic landscapes of Horsell Common where the Martians first landed in literature. This volunteer led charity event offers trail routes from 2 km to 21 km in a scenic Site of Special Scientific Interest.

Community running event in Hawkhurst on 21 June 2026 offering 10k, 5k and a free junior race on a multi terrain undulating course, with finish line cake, a bespoke medal and funds raised for local community projects.

Circular cross country routes of 26 or 18 miles around Baldock in Hertfordshire, traversing fields and woodland with panoramic views. The event uses Baldock Scout Hut as venue, offers checkpoints and refreshments, and awards a certificate t..

A trail running event set inside Trent Country Park, Enfield, with wooded paths, grassy sections and some hills. Races include a 10 km senior race, a 4.5 km junior race and a 2 km kids fun run.

A flat, timed 10 kilometre out-and-back from the toll bridge in Shoreham to Bramber and back on 21 June 2026, with a halfway aid station, full marshals, 4x4 pickup and a new medal; entries open 20 March.

A scenic off road 10 km trail at Panshanger Park with chip timing and a sustainable finisher medal; proceeds support local charities and a family fun run is included.

A twilight trail race at Ashburnham Place in Battle, East Sussex offering 10k, 5k and a junior run. The event supports four charities and features on-site charity tents, a BBQ and a free sports massage.

Race two of the 2026 Trifarm trail series, this 10K summer run is over 95% off-road on public paths. Starting near a humpback bridge at Trifarm in Boreham, the anticlockwise course finishes with a lap around the lake.

Experience a scenic trail run through the Cowdray Estate and South Downs National Park featuring distance options for all ages including dog friendly categories and a stacking finisher medal.

Complete three races over three days to achieve a full marathon distance at the Colworth Estate. This multi terrain event in North Bedfordshire offers distances of 5 miles, 8.1 miles, and a half marathon.

A backyard ultra at Longbridge Farm Barns near Alfriston where runners complete at least 4.167 mile laps every hour until one runner remains. The event uses a token system, timed laps, a small aid station, onsite support and sustainability..

A multi-distance trail event at Hyde Hall Farm on 27 June 2026 offering distances from 5k to ultra, on-site parking, an aid station at the lap point, baggage storage and a bespoke finishers' medal.

Explore the scenic Surrey Hills and North Downs Way with five trail distances ranging from 5 km to a 52 km ultra. Run through ancient forests and rolling fields with punchy hills and fully marked courses.

Experience a summer trail running event in the scenic Thames Valley with distances ranging from 5k to a half marathon. Enjoy well marked routes through the Marlow countryside featuring chip timing and a unique themed medal.

Experience a scenic 10km mixed terrain run through the trails and woodland of Hatfield. Starting and finishing at the 3 Brewers Brewery, participants enjoy chip timing and a complimentary drink at the finish line.

A trail event at Housedean Farm in the South Downs offering a half marathon and a 10K over mixed gravel and trail terrain. Onsite camping and glamping are available and amenities include chip timing, aid stations and a finishers area.

A community trail event at Telscombe Playing Fields on 28 June 2026, featuring a 10k and a junior fun run across bridleways, the South Downs Way and the Greenwich Meridian Trail with multi terrain, undulating footing.

The Midsummer Munro is a half marathon held at Box Hill Fort in Surrey. The event takes place in late June. Runners can register online until the day of the race.