Trail Running calendar near Stroud 2026-2027

Tackle scenic off road trails at The Martian Race on Horsell Common, with 2 km, 5 km, 10 km and 21 km options for all abilities. Volunteer run and charity focused, this popular event blends nature, challenge and community spirit.

A multi-terrain 10 km event at Twisted Tree Brewery on the private Tusmore Estate in Bicester, with standard and canicross 10 km options. Entry is £32 plus fees and entries close 17 June 2026; finishers receive a medal and a drink.

A multi terrain 10k around Umborne Village Hall near Colyton, mostly off road with a scenic section on the private Widworthy Estate. The event includes marshals, midrace water provision and prizes, with proceeds supporting the village hall.

Three races at Colworth Estate in North Bedfordshire combine to marathon distance: a 5-mile family run, an 8.1-mile trail and a 13.1-mile half. The event lists free camping and on-site family entertainment.

Gravel Rush Run in Winchester on 27 June 2026 features a 21 km half marathon and a 10 km race at Matterley Estate. Entry fees are listed per participant and a 3% administration charge is added to all entries.

Run scenic off road trails through the Thames Valley at the RunThrough Marlow Trail Run, with 5K, 10K and half marathon options. Enjoy chip timing, a themed medal, free race photos and a lively event village with food and drinks.

Run the woods at Salcey Forest on 28 June 2026 with 10K, half marathon, marathon or 50 km routes over scenic, well marked forest trails. Finishers get a medal and drink, and the event is cupless so bring your own bottle.

Choose from 5 km, 10 km, half marathon or marathon at the scenic Chasewater Country Park on 28 June 2026. Flat 5 km laps, friendly aid stations, finisher medal and a cheeky Snickers make this a fun day out.

A point to point 50K trail ultramarathon along the Hangers Way from Alice Holt Country Park to Queen Elizabeth Country Park, with fully signed trails, mandatory fluid carry and an option to take coach transport to the start.

Guided 10 km trail run around the Devil's Punchbowl in Hindhead, with summer sunset runs and headtorch group night runs in darker months. Social pace, great views and the chance to try trail gear.

Run along the scenic River Thames in a 7 hour timed event and choose your challenge from 3 km up to marathon, 50 km or ultra. Flat, well signed loops, aid stations and finisher medals with vegan goody bag options make this a welcoming day f..

A point to point canal towpath race from Wolverhampton to Brindley Place in Birmingham, slightly longer than a half marathon. The course features a 360 metre tunnel, floating drink stations and chip timing for seeded waves of runners.

A 30 mile ultra marathon based in Abergavenny with about 5,446 ft of elevation, mostly on trail and including a climb over the Sugar Loaf. The route has three fully stocked checkpoints and downloadable maps on plotaroute.com.

Run July the Turd on 4 July 2026 around Ironbridge valley in Shropshire from The Unicorn Inn. Choose marathon, 16 mile or 8 mile on mixed tracks, paths and road; road shoes suffice, onsite parking and finisher bling.

A multi-distance trail running event on 4 July 2026 around the South Downs, based at Petersfield Rugby Club. Distances range from 10 km to 100 km, with coach transport included and camping plus food available.

A 21.1 km off road half marathon along The Ridgeway between Coombe Hill and Whiteleaf Hill, featuring 526 m of ascent, two on route aid station visits and full course marking near Wendover on 5 July 2026.

Choose a half marathon or 10k through the rolling forest trails of Cannock Chase, featuring challenging hills and scenic views. Organised by Nice Work on 5 July 2026, the event includes on site parking, a bespoke medal, free photos and priz..

A five-day, roughly 220-mile multiday ultramarathon along the Severn Way from source to mouth, split into five stage races with daily finisher medals, shared hotel accommodation, GPX navigation files and checkpoint food options.

Take on the Stiperstones Fell Race in Snailbeach on Wed 8 Jul 2026, a rugged 6.7 km course with about 375 m of climb across classic Shropshire ridgelines. Pre entry is £7 or pay £10 on the day, with junior races available.

A 48 mile point to point ultramarathon from Mid Wales Art Centre to Shrewsbury, following river and canal paths with 650 m ascent. Four checkpoints, a mandatory 4 mph minimum pace, vegan and gluten free checkpoint food and a bespoke finishe..