Trail Running calendar near Southwater 2025-2026

Run 60 km along the ancient Ridgeway from Ivinghoe Beacon to near Wallingford across chalk ridgelines and rolling downs. With 1000 m ascent, a 10 hour limit and UTMB World Series status, this scenic ultramarathon tests endurance and pace.

Run through Southampton Common on 31 May 2026 amid woodland, lakes and wetlands. Choose half, 10K, 5K or junior distances and enjoy a lively event village with food, freebies and a sustainable focus.

Enjoy a guided 13 mile trail half marathon through the Surrey Hills, visiting St Martha's Hill and sections of the North Downs Way. This relaxed group run emphasizes scenery and camaraderie rather than competition.

Event overview The event takes place on Friday, 05 June 2026 as a 7 hour timed challenge. Participants may run any distance they choose within the time limit. The minimum distance to be an official finisher is 3 km. The normal lap length is..

The Sundowner Marathon is a unique running event held in Purleigh, Chelmsford, England, featuring a scenic course that passes along canals, over waterfalls, through vineyards, woodlands, and coastal saltmarshes. This marathon offers a disti..

Explore the Purbeck coast with BigSea Trails WATER, a single lap trail that starts on Knoll Beach and takes in Corfe Castle, Kimmeridge Bay and Old Harry Rocks. Expect rugged coastal scenery and varied terrain for a memorable day on the tra..

Run along the shoreline from Bournemouth Pier toward Boscombe on sand and over groynes, choosing 5K or 10K routes with lovely sea views. Great for all abilities, with marshalled support and a relaxed coastal vibe.

A lively fell race on Coombe Hill near Wendover on 7 June 2026, tackling 7 km with 220 m of climb and rewarding hilltop views. Entry on the day, modest fees and a pint included make this a friendly, competitive outing for juniors and teams.

Join Chase The Sun at Clapham Common on 10 June 2026 for an evening 5K or 10K on a flat, scenic park course past the bandstand. Expect chip timing, free photos and a unique themed medal to celebrate your finish.

Tackle 100 miles of rolling chalk ridgeline in the iconic South Downs Way 100 on 13 June 2026, starting at Matterley Bowl. Fully marked route, stunning coastal and countryside views, and full aid support make this a classic ultra challenge.

Tackle the scenic South Downs Way 50 km on 13 June 2026, a fully supported trail across the chalk ridge. Part of the World Trail Majors Short Series, it features four aid stations and a 9 hour cut off.

Scenic off road trail running around Bewl Water in Kent, with forest paths, open countryside and lake views. Choose 10km, Half Marathon, Marathon or 50km Ultra, starting and finishing at the Visitor Centre with chip timing and checkpoints.

Run 14 miles across the dramatic South Downs on 14 June 2026, featuring a stiff climb, chalk descents and muddy slippery sections. Trail shoes recommended; enjoy water on course, post run cake and a commemorative truckers cap.

Tackle scenic but hilly forest trails at the Wendover Woods Half Marathon and 10k on 14 June 2026, with a friendly junior run and on the day entries if available. Spectators can enjoy a cafe, forest walks and family activities.

Run across the iconic chalklands of Watership Down at the Hampshire Hoppit. Choose marathon, half marathon or 10K single loop trail courses and toast your finish with a real ale.

Take in Hertfordshire countryside from 3 Brewers Brewery on scenic, undulating off road trails with 10km or 5km options. Finishers get a medal and a pint, with live jazz, food and fundraising for local charity Earthworks.

Run the Robertsbridge Midsummer 10k or 5k on 19 June 2026 at Robertsbridge Rec Ground, a friendly community race over a scenic undulating multi terrain course. Finishers get bespoke medals and can refuel with a BBQ and post race bar.

Beyond London on 20 June 2026 offers 55 km and 25 km trail races along the Capital Ring through London parks. Expect scenic miles past Eltham Palace, Wimbledon Common and Richmond Park with aid stations and a Richmond finish.

Tackle the scenic Three Shires Way on Saturday 20 June 2026 with point to point trail races through ancient woodlands across Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire. Choose a 50 mile ultra or marathon and finish with a loop aroun..

Take on the Phoenix Centaur 100 Mile Ultra at Denbies Wine Estate, a flatish 1 mile off road loop with multiple distance options across the weekend. Enjoy central aid, chip timing and a Centaur medal and buckle for 100 mile finishers.