Trail Running calendar near Stroud 2026-2027

Point to point trail races on the South Downs Way offering a 50 mile ultra, a 50 km ultra and a marathon with marked routes, aid stations, coach transfers and an option to plant a tree instead of taking a medal.

Looped races at Chalfont Park Sports Club and Chalfont St Peter Community Centre let runners choose distances from single 7K or 10K laps up to ultramarathons, with drop bag access, aid stations, crew support and on-site medical cover.

Trail running at Matterley Basin on 20 March 2027 with three route choices through South Downs chalk downland, woodland and ridgelines; marked courses, hydration outposts and free parking.

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 32 mile mostly traffic free urban loop around the Black Country, starting and finishing at Baggeridge Country Park on 21 March 2027. The route uses disused railway lines and canal towpaths and can be entered solo pairs or teams of four.

A way marked half marathon through forest trails around Speech House in the Forest of Dean on 21 March 2027. The Rotary Club organises the event with chip and gun timing, three water stations and charity links.

Challenge event with 20 mile and 30 mile routes across Dorset downland and river valleys, starting from Cerne Abbas Village Hall on 21 March 2027.

Bowie themed trail event at Hurn Forest offering distances from 5K to ultramarathon with aid stations, bag drop and a Bowie inspired medal for finishers.

Intergalactic is a space themed trail event at Hurn Forest with a 5.3 km out and back lap and distances from 5K to ultra marathon. The race features a themed medal, space inspired aid station snacks, and gives 20% of fees to Forestry Englan..

Multi terrain races around Chasewater Reservoir on 28 March 2027 offering 20k, 15k, 10k, 5k and a Junior Run. Entrants receive a bespoke medal, free photos and prizes for leading runners.

A two lap multi terrain 10 km trail race on Easter Monday around Mortimer Fairground and local woodlands, with a canicross option, chip timing, medal and free race photos. The undulating course is not suitable for pushchairs or wheelchairs.

Three long distance mountain trail races start and finish in Brecon, following circular routes through the Brecon Beacons National Park. Distances range from a marathon to a 100 km ultra with marked routes, checkpoints and compulsory kit re..

The Pegasus - The BOWUM will take place in Monmouth on Friday 2 April 2027.

A 40 or 50 mile trail ultra along the Testway from Linkenholt to Totton in Southampton, with aid stations every 10 miles, marshals and medical support. A shuttle option is available for an extra £10 and there is a 14 hour cutoff.

Scenic mixed terrain races along the Thames at Remenham Farm in Henley on Thames. Options include a Half Marathon, a 10K and a Junior Race with marked trails, marshals, chip timing and post race goodies.

A circular 54-mile ultra and a 26.2-mile marathon from Brixworth Country Park through Northamptonshire trails, roads and canal towpaths with real-time GPS tracking.

A 26.2 mile race covering the final section of the Rose of the Shires Ultra, mixing trails, roads and canal towpath. The route features two staffed checkpoints, real time GPS tracking and transport from Brixworth Country Park to the start.

Races on the Thames Path at Wraysbury Skiff & Punting Club in Runnymede offering Marathon, Half Marathon and 10 km courses with marked turnaround points and stocked checkpoints.

A 28 mile run along the traffic free Brampton Valley Way, staged as a Leicestershire versus Northamptonshire contest with 100 places from each end. The route includes two dark tunnels, feed stations every 4.5 miles and a 7 hour cut off.

A 200 mile point to point trail race across South Wales from Chepstow to Worm’s Head, with a 120 hour limit, live runner tracking, eight aid stations and organised drop bag support.