Trail Running calendar near Southwold 2025-2026

Endurancelife Suffolk is a popular running event set in the serene and beautiful landscape managed by Natural England, the RSPB, and the National Trust. The event offers four race distances: 10K (6.1 miles), half marathon (13.5 miles), marathon (26.7 miles), and ultra (32.7 miles). The courses are n..

The West Acre Wild 10k Challenge is an off-road running event held in Westacre, Norfolk, featuring a 10-kilometer course through undulating bridle paths and woodland tracks in picturesque countryside. The route includes a short paved section at the start, mostly dry farm and woodland paths, and a po..

The Southend Pier Marathon is a unique running event scheduled for October 12, 2025, taking place on the world's longest pleasure pier, which stretches 1.34 miles over the sea. This marathon is a world first, offering participants the chance to run a full marathon in a stunning coastal setting. The..

The Black Bull 15 Trail Runs, held in Chelmsford, United Kingdom, offer two distances: a competitive 15-mile trail run and a non-competitive 15 km run/jog/walk. Starting and finishing in the pub garden of the Black Bull, the 15-mile course loops through local countryside and country roads, providing..

The High Lodge Half Marathon – Autumn is a scenic 13.1-mile trail race held in Thetford Forest, Brandon, UK. The circular course features a mix of hard-packed sand, grassy footpaths, and forest trails, offering a varied terrain suitable for both road runners and trail enthusiasts. Participants enjoy..

The Blackwater Marathon is an annual event held at Drapers Farm Sports Club in Heybridge, Essex. Celebrating its 25th edition in 2025, the marathon features a circular route on the north side of the River Blackwater estuary, traversing cross country footpaths and sections of seawall. Participants ca..

The Epping Forest Wildwood Trail Series offers a scenic half marathon and 10K trail run set in the heart of Epping Forest near London. Scheduled for October 25, 2025, the event showcases the vibrant autumn colors and ancient woodland. Runners navigate a varied course featuring well-maintained paths,..

The Stort30 Ultra is a classic 30-mile out-and-back ultra running event held in Hertfordshire, starting at the Hockerill Sports and Social Club in Bishops Stortford. The course runs alongside a scenic river, offering beautiful scenery and a flat, fast route ideal for both experienced and first-time..

The Pre Halloween Coffee and Cream 10k is a night trail running event organized by Multisport-Management. Scheduled for October 30, 2025, this 10-kilometer race offers participants a unique nighttime trail experience just before Halloween. The event is designed to combine the thrill of trail running..

The Winter Warrior 50km Ultra is a trail ultramarathon held on November 1, 2025, starting in Trowse, Norwich, and finishing in Diss, following the scenic Boudicca Way. This well-marked 50km course passes through several villages, offering a beautiful yet potentially challenging winter running experi..

Remembrance Sunday 2025 is a unique running event scheduled for November 9, 2025, in Brightlingsea, Essex. Participants can engage in a traffic-free, looped trail course, with options to run a marathon or half marathon within a six-hour time limit. The event features an 11 am silence to honor milita..

The Canvey Island Trail Run will take place in Canvey Island on Sunday 9 November 2025.

The Run Henham event offers 10km, 5km, and 1km races set within the picturesque Henham Park in Suffolk, near Southwold. The course features a single lap of light trail terrain, allowing runners to enjoy the park's autumn scenery. Entry fees include chip timing and a bespoke race medal, with optional..

The Zigzag Turkey Trot Challenge is a six-hour timed running event held at the Suffolk Running Centre in Bury St Edmunds. Participants start together and run as many laps as possible on the undulating, multi-terrain Back Quack route, with an aid station available each lap. The event caters to all le..

The Zig Zag Running St Andrews Day Challenge is a timed running event held at Brandon Country Park in Suffolk, located within Thetford Forest. Participants can choose between a 6-hour or 4-hour challenge, running multiple laps of a 5.3 km multi-terrain course featuring gravel footpaths and grass are..

'Twas The Run Before Christmas is a multi-terrain running event held at Brandon Country Park in the heart of Thetford Forest, Suffolk. Participants can choose a 6-hour or 4-hour timed challenge, running multiple laps of a 5.3 km course featuring gravel footpaths and grass areas. The event suits all..

The Let it Stow Half Trail Marathon is a festive-themed 13.1-mile trail race held in Stowmarket, Suffolk, showcasing scenic views of the town and Mid-Suffolk countryside. The course features a mix of woodland, meadows, and quiet country lanes, with well-marked routes including arrows and hi-vis tape..

The The Chelmsford Brew Co 12k's of Christmas will take place in Chelmsford on Saturday 20 December 2025. You can run 12 kilometers.

The Christmas Canter, organized by Zig Zag Running, takes place at the Suffolk Running Centre in Bury St Edmunds. This festive road running event offers multiple distance options including 5k, 10k, half marathon, full marathon, and ultra marathon, all on scenic routes passing through villages like H..

The Elves 11Ish Trail will take place in Maldon on Sunday 21 December 2025.