Trail Running calendar near Steeple Barton 2025-2026

Run the Beat the Sunset 50 km ultra in Maidenhead, a scenic single lap mostly off road along the Thames Path and Jubilee River. Expect checkpoints, live timing and a finisher medal as you chase the sunset.

Run the full 86 mile Ridgeway National Trail from Ivinghoe Beacon to the Avebury Stones, tackling rolling chalk ridges and ancient landscapes within a 28 hour cutoff. A tough but rewarding UTMB World Series index race with full support.

Run the Ridgeway Chase, a scenic point to point 60K ultramarathon along the Ridgeway National Trail from Ivinghoe Beacon to near Wallingford. Limited to 200 runners, it offers rolling climbs, reliable aid and sweeping countryside views.

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.

Explore the Surrey Hills on a guided 13 mile trail run from Guildford, passing St Martha's Hill, Shere and the North Downs Way. Run as a friendly group at about 10 minutes per mile with gear trials and evening torch runs.

Take on The Griffin Challenge at Braybrooke Taproom near Market Harborough on 3 June 2026, running repeated laps over a scenic crushed stone trail in a six hour timed event. Choose how many laps to attempt and optionally fundraise for Roald..

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..

Join the Divorce Day Defib Fundraiser on 6 June 2026 for scenic laps from The Unicorn Inn across the Ironbridge and along the Silkin Way. Choose 8 mile, 16 mile or marathon options and embrace the fun of fancy dress with top hats and tiaras..

The National Forest Way Ultra will take place in Burton upon Trent on Saturday 6 June 2026.

Join Blended Trails Backyard Ultra at Chilton Manor Farm for a test of endurance: run a one hour loop each hour until only one runner completes a lap. Enjoy private trails, camping, great fuel stations and a winner takes all prize.

Run through two lit railway tunnels beneath Bath on routes from short fun runs to ultra distances. Starts and finishes at family friendly Brickfields Park and each entry supports Sustrans, making it a memorable community day out.

Join the Coombe Hill Fell Race in Wendover for a punchy 7 km with about 220 m of climb, including a steep ascent and descent. On the day entry is available and your entry includes a pint at the finish.

Explore Alice Holt Forest with off road 10km and half marathon trail runs on 7 June 2026, with canicross welcome and chip timing. All finishers get a medal, Wild Deer merch and snacks, with subsidised parking and support on course.

Run the Pint & Pork Scratchings 5 mile undulating trail around Epperstone on 9 June 2026 to support The Brain Tumour Charity. Start and finish at The Cross Keys pub for post race pub atmosphere and prizes, and no dogs are allowed.

Chase The Sun Clapham Common offers flat, scenic 5K and 10K laps around the park, featuring a run past the bandstand and a fast feel under the sun. Finishers get chip timed results, a themed medal, free photos and post race goodies.

Choose 10 miles or 20 miles through rolling Northamptonshire countryside at the Nene Valley Trail Run on 13 June 2026, with fully marked routes, friendly marshals and well stocked aid stations. Camping available at Castle Farm Campsite.

Take on the scenic, multi terrain 11.2 km Gnosall 10K ish on 13 June, a chip timed, fully marshalled race across towpaths, woodland and fields. Family friendly fun runs, tech tees and post race goodies make it perfect for all abilities.

Offa's Dyke 15 returns to Hay on Wye on Saturday 13 June 2026, offering a scenic 15 mile challenge with individual and relay entries. With roots from 1977 and a popular 2015 relaunch, this classic race is staged by Tempo Events.

Take on the South Downs Way 100®: a stunning 100 mile nonstop trail test from Matterley Bowl to Eastbourne across chalk ridges and big climbs. Expect remote views, lively aid stations and a classic long distance challenge for runners.

Take on the South Downs Way 50km on 13 June 2026, a scenic trail challenge through the South Downs National Park organized by Centurion Running. Tackle 50 km of rolling ridges with 1200 m climb, aid stations and a lively finish.