Trail Running calendar near St Albans 2026-2027

A guided 30 mile trail run from St Martha's, Guildford along the North Downs Way via Box Hill and Denbies Wine Estate. Group-paced with coaching support; participants should have completed long training runs and carry suitable kit.

Looped 50 km, 25 km and 10 km routes from a Maidstone basecamp travel the North Downs Way, the River Medway and past Leeds Castle with covered rest stops, GPS tracking, camping and finisher medal and t shirt.

Tackle iconic Box Hill on a trail running challenge in Surrey. Choose from 50k, 31k, or 21k distances on a clearly marked course with marshal support. Finish in the event village to collect your medal and post race goodies.

Choose a scenic 10k or shorter 5k through the Chiltern Hills around Frieth, combining woodland paths and country roads. Expect rolling climbs and panoramic views for a rewarding, hilly challenge for road and trail runners.

A circular 13.1 mile trail race in Thetford Forest around High Lodge held in October. The traffic free, multi terrain course is manually timed with cupless water provision, on the day number collection, medals and trophies for top finishers..

Run a beautiful single lap through the autumn woodlands of Limpsfield Common. The 10k trail course features gentle slopes and a mostly downhill finish. Participants receive a medal, a finisher's T-shirt, and enjoy a supportive community atm..

Choose between a 10k or half marathon trail race around the scenic Grafham Water reservoir. The fully marked courses offer countryside and water views, with on-course support and a finisher's medal for all. Bring your own cup and a charged..

The FOOBS Trail and Fun Runs return in October. Choose from a chip timed 10K, 6K, or a family friendly 2K fun run through the countryside near Old Basing. The event supports local schools through community fundraising.

This 10k starts and finishes at the Dengie Hundred Sports Centre. The flat, single-lap route takes in sea wall paths, open countryside trails, and town streets. Free parking and facilities are available on-site.

A 100 mile trail race from Goring and Streatley using Thames Path and the Ridgeway, featuring four 25 mile out and back legs, 16 aid stations and a 28 hour cutoff; entrants must meet a 50 mile qualifier and be 20 or older.

An annual 25 km or 50 km countryside challenge around Kent, Surrey and Sussex with written route instructions, checkpoints and food included; participants aim to complete their chosen distance within ten hours.

This off road 10k winds through Norfolk's bridle paths and woodland, featuring optional obstacles and a ford crossing near the finish. All finishers get a bespoke medal, with post race cakes and a charity raffle. It starts and finishes at T..

Woodland half marathon and 10k at Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest on 18 October 2026, with downloadable route maps, a bespoke medal, free photos and limited free parking.

A trail race weekend at Bede's Prep School near Beachy Head offering Ultra, Marathon, Half Marathon and 10k distances. Runners note scenic views, steep hills, clear signage and strong marshal support.

A 47-mile point-to-point ultra along the Thames Path from Iffley to Henley-on-Thames. The course mixes riverside trails with road sections and is a UTMB index race. Support includes five aid stations, GPS tracking, and a baggage transfer.

A 30-mile out-and-back ultra along the River Stort and Lee navigations, mostly flat grassy trail with checkpoints about every 5 miles and four- and eight-hour cut-offs. Based at Hockerill Sports and Social Club with medals and trophies for..

Timed multi terrain loop at Ferry Meadows on 25 October 2026 with four hour and six hour options. Runners complete as many 5.3 km laps as they wish, with an aid station each lap and event or lucky dip medals available.

A Halloween-themed night run at Irchester Country Park offering a 5k race and a 2k family fun run on marked woodland trails. Entries include a finishers medal, free event photos and Halloween-themed chocolates.

A 5 mile timed, self-navigated night trail on 30 October 2026, run mostly through forest and downland. Fancy dress is encouraged with trophies and a post-run dessert for winners, and a tail runner will sweep the course.

A single-loop 50K trail ultramarathon in the Chilterns on 31 October 2026, starting and finishing in Berkhamsted with marked navigation, three aid stations and a 9 hour time limit.