Trail Running calendar near Spankers Hill Wood 2026-2027

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 through the Chiltern Hills near Tring with trail technique instruction, checkpoints, bag storage and a finisher's medal. Entry is limited to 50 participants and the route includes about 500 m of ascent.

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.

A Trifecta obstacle-course weekend in Henley on Thames featuring Sprint, Super and Beast races plus a kids race along the riverside and town landmarks. Events list 20 to 30 obstacles and show a 4.7 participant rating.

An inflatable obstacle course and fun run at Brands Hatch in Kent on Saturday 15 May 2027. Choose 2.5k, 5k, 10k or 15k around a 2.5k lap with music zones, finisher medals and on-course hydration.

A 50 mile point to point on the North Downs Way from Farnham to Knockholt Pound, with 5,600 ft of climb and around 80% trail. The race has a 13 hour limit, six aid stations, no pacers or crew, and a 300 runner cap.

Several distances are available: 5k, 10k and 20k routes around Deddington. The event is open to all ages and organised to raise funds for Deddington Primary School PTA, Deddington PFSU and the Firefighters Charity via Deddington Fire Statio..

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 the Thames Valley on 22 May 2027, based at Summerleaze Park, Maidenhead. The largely off road, fully signed course includes chip timing, four aid stations and free live tracking.

A 5 km obstacle event at War Memorial Park on 23 May 2027 where participants climb, crawl and slide across mixed grass and path terrain; entrants must be 13 or older and a minimum fundraising target of £50 applies.

A track-based running event at Wodson Park offering distances from 5k to a 6 hour challenge, with chip timing, bespoke medals and aid stations on the track.

A guided trail half marathon around the Surrey Hills, about 13 miles from St Martha's Hill in Guildford, following parts of the North Downs Way and notable viewpoints. The run is social in format with a guided pace and evening options.

A 50 km point to point trail along the South Downs Way from Falmer to Eastbourne, the race runs mostly on grass trails and tracks, includes four aid stations, live GPS tracking and an 11 hour cutoff, and awards 2 ITRA points.

A multi-distance trail challenge from Richmond to Brighton with options up to 100 km, staffed rest stops, GPS tracking via an event app, camping at mid-point and finish-line kit including a medal and T-shirt.

Trail event at Hyde Hall Farm with a 5.3 km loop and multiple race options up to a 32 hour 100 mile challenge. The event includes an on course aid station, secure parking and finisher medals.

An 86 miles (139 km) point to point trail race along the full Ridgeway National Trail from Ivinghoe Beacon to Avebury Stones, featuring GPS tracking, permanent signage and eight staffed checkpoints with food and water.