Trail Running calendar near Stroud 2026-2027

Cross the peaks of the Brecon Beacons and Black Mountains in this linear trail race series featuring four distances from 21 miles to 100 miles with fully supported checkpoints and spectacular mountain scenery.

An autumn/winter ultra on classic Chiltern trails. This single-loop 50K starts in Berkhamsted, following The Ridgeway and Chiltern Way with scenic views. The fully-marked course has a 9-hour limit and is a UTMB World Series Index Race.

Tackle three ascents of Pen y Fan via six unique paths in this 32 km mountain challenge. Choose between a classic trail run or a weighted 16 kg bergan category in the Brecon Beacons.

Run a night trail through Alice Holt Forest on a 5 km loop system. Choose your distance from 5 km, 10 km, or 15 km on wide gravel tracks lit by head torches. After the run, warm up by a fire pit with some food.

Run a scenic 35.9 mile ultra marathon through the historic hillforts of West Dorset. Enjoy coastal views and well stocked cake stops on this challenging 1,300m ascent course starting from Maiden Newton.

Conquer hilly forest trails at Wendover Woods in this autumn multi terrain event. Choose from marathon, half marathon, 10k, or junior distances and enjoy on site facilities like a cafe and adventure playground.

Tackle the Apocalypse Run, a rugged 10 mile trail through Stonehouse with a stiff opening climb and muddy, undulating terrain. Canicross runners welcome and all finishers get a medal for braving the off road challenge.

Run the November Nightmare in Telford from 1 to 8 November 2026 a unique eight day challenge where you can enter any single day or tackle them all. Daily courses of 8, 16 or 26.2 miles pass through Ironbridge and earn a medal each day.

Run through the dark, historic Oxendon Tunnel at Tunnel Vision. Choose the Night Run or the early Dawn Run for a unique 5-mile challenge. All finishers get a medal and a post-race treat.

Join Enigma Fireworks on 6 and 7 November 2026 for marathon and half marathon loops around scenic Caldecotte Lake. Enjoy waterside views, lap support and a bespoke finisher medal to light up your race season.

A nighttime trail run on the historic Stonor Park estate in the Chiltern Hills. Choose from three courses, from 7 km to 17 km, run under headtorches. The event is plastic-free, so bring your own reusable cup.

Run through the scenic Chilterns from historic Stonor Park. Choose from three trail distances, each with its own challenges and autumn views. The event is dog-friendly and emphasizes a reusable cup policy at its aid stations.

Experience the beauty of the Brecon Beacons in November with three distances ranging from a half marathon to a 49 mile ultra. All races start and finish in Talybont on Usk across mixed mountain, trail, and canal terrain.

The Dirt Half Challenge is a popular trail race in Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, featuring a half marathon and a metric half marathon. Runners explore a scenic route along canal towpaths, through woodlands and countryside. It's known for..

Experience a twilight 10k trail run through the atmospheric woods and parklands of Cranborne Chase. This off road event features a limited field of 200 runners and a unique route through Dorset’s historic landscape.

Experience a flat trail run through the heart of royal Berkshire with chip timed results and free race photos. Choose between a 10k or Half Marathon distance starting from the scenic Alexandra Gardens in Windsor.

Participate in a flexible 7 hour time challenge along the River Thames in Egham. Choose your distance from 3km to an ultra marathon while commemorating fallen heroes with a traditional two minute silence.

Join the Remembrance Run on 8 November 2026 for a scenic timed challenge along the River Thames where you pick your distance from 3 km up to ultra. A two minute silence will be observed and finishers from 3 km receive a medal.

Run through the ancient woodlands of the New Forest National Park on flat gravel trails. Enjoy a scenic route filled with local wildlife and receive a medal and finisher gift at the Roundhill Campsite finish line.

Experience a 50 mile trail race through Wendover Woods featuring five 10 mile loops and 5600 feet of elevation. This fully supported event takes runners across forest trails with a mix of smooth descents and steep climbs.