Sudbury
Trail Running Calendar near Sudbury 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Sudbury for 2026-2027! We've gathered 78 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
A 15-mile trail race near Danbury on 30/08/2026 featuring 1600 ft+ of ascent, technical singletrack, locally made trophies and cash prizes including a course-record bonus.
Charity walking and running event on 30 Aug 2026 with approx 9.5 and 4.5 mile narrative-route courses, unmarked and hosted by Mid Essex Casuals.
September 2026
A sunset trail event at Ickworth Park offering 5K and 10K routes across limestone paths, woodland and meadows. The 10K is chip timed, all finishers receive a medal and the event operates as cupless with water refill points.
An inaugural off road half marathon through Donyland Woods, Friday Woods and nearby countryside on Sunday 6th September. Entries were handled online and the event is listed as sold out with 26 entrants.
A community 10 km road race in Takeley held each September, with a 1 mile children's fun run, chip timing, medals and technical shirts.
Evening 10 km trail run at Trifarm on mostly off road public footpaths and bridleways, part of a four race 2026 series with GPX route and on site parking.
Backyard Ultra at High Lodge, Thetford Forest, where runners complete a 4.167 mile loop each hour until one remains; 6 and 12 hour time limited options are available.
A multi distance out and back trail event at Suffolk Running Centre on 19 September 2026 offering 5k to ultra options, aid stations every 10 km and a seven hour cut off.
Guided 10 km trail run through High Lodge woodland with conversational-paced groups, trail-running tips, forest facts, and on-site parking for attendees.
Guided trail runs at High Lodge in Thetford Forest offering 10k and 16k routes, paced groups, and woodland wildlife views across autumn and early winter 2026.
A five mile trail run on 24 September 2026 at The Viper in Mill Green near Ingatestone. Limited to over 18s with a small field; participants must be self sufficient with phone and headtorch and a tail runner is on course.
Rural chip timed 10k and 3k near Grantchester supporting Maggie’s and Addenbrooke’s Charitable Trust with medals, trophies and on site health services.
October 2026
Chelmsford Brew Co hosts a one-off 10 km trail run and a relaxed hike on 03 Oct 2026, with a finishers drink, crisps and a medal.
A 50 mile coastal ultramarathon along the Essex saltmarshes, starting at South Woodham Ferrers Rugby Club and finishing at Maldon Promenade Park. Fully supported with aid stations, GPX route files, a shuttle option and a 15 hour cut off.