Trail Running calendar near Thatcham 2026-2027

An hourly backyard ultra at Turvey House where runners complete a 4.167-mile (6.7 km) loop each hour, with solo, pairs, 8-hour and 7-hour capped options, chip timing, aid station, first aid and prizes.

Inflatable 5K in Cheltenham on Saturday 10 October 2026 is a five kilometre obstacle course made of inflatables. Recent listings show a five star rating and 34 bookings in the past week.

Experience the iconic trails of Surrey with a choice of three distances through woodland paths and ridgelines. Enjoy a chip timed challenge featuring elevation and scenic views at Box Hill.

A 55 km circular, self navigated trail around the Forest of Dean that mixes technical single track, riverside running and ridge views. Beechenhurst is race HQ; aid stations, medical support and a separate canicross category are provided.

A guided trail half marathon in the Chiltern Hills covering about 13 miles with 300 m of ascent. Groups are led by qualified Run Leaders, there is a stocked refreshment point and participants receive a finisher's medal.

Fortitude Ultra at Pippingford Park is a 10 hour, 10 lap endurance challenge on roughly 3, 4 and 5 mile loops with up to 215 m elevation per lap. Finishing grade is set by the shortest loop completed and entrants receive a medal and shirt.

Experience an autumn trail run through ancient woodland at the Epping Forest Wildwood Trail Series. Choose between a 10K or Half Marathon course on fully marked paths with a strong focus on sustainability.

Commando Series at Hever Castle on 10 and 11 October 2026 offers 3K, 6K and 12K obstacle mud runs modeled on Royal Marines training, plus a two hour survival experience and an event village with music and attractions.

Choose a scenic 10k or shorter 5k through the Chiltern Hills around Frieth, combining woodland paths and country roads. Expect rolling climbs and panoramic views for a rewarding, hilly challenge for road and trail runners.

The Titsey Trail 10k is a community running event held on Sunday, 11th October 2026. Organized by runners for runners, it raises funds for a variety of local charities.

Experience the scenic Cambridgeshire countryside with 10k and half marathon trail races around Grafham Water. These fully marked and marshalled routes offer beautiful reservoir views and a variety of local tracks.

The FOOBS Trail and Fun Runs return in October. Choose from a chip timed 10K, 6K, or a family friendly 2K fun run through the countryside near Old Basing. The event supports local schools through community fundraising.

MacTuffX Swindon features a series of repetition based running formats including solo and team categories. Participants choose between multiple 400m or 800m loops in this structured athletic event for adults.

A nighttime backyard ultra from Vigo Rugby Club that sends runners repeatedly on a 4.167 mile loop, starting each hour. Options include an open-ended Backyard Ultra or a 7 hour Challenge, with buckle and medal awards plus a team prize.

Trail runs around the Isle of Purbeck from Burnbake Forest near Corfe Castle, featuring 24 km, 12 km and 6 km routes on technical coastal and ridge terrain with one outpost on the half marathon.

A 100 mile trail race from Goring and Streatley using Thames Path and Ridgeway in four 25 mile out and back legs. The course has 16 aid stations, a 28 hour cut off and mandatory qualifying entry standards.

An annual cross-country challenge walk, jog or run of 25 km or 50 km across footpaths and tracks in Kent, Surrey and Sussex, with checkpoints, food provided, GPX route files, and first aid cover.

A guided 10 mile trail run around canals, reservoirs and Britain’s oldest post windmill near the Chilterns. Includes a run leader, trail technique instruction and a finisher’s medal; places are limited to 40.

Blaze the Biblins on 18 October 2026 is a scenic 10k trail race through ancient woods and riverbanks near Ross on Wye. Expect technical single track, climbs including the notorious Demon hill, and a lively village finish.

Roughly 12K trail run on bridle paths and the Imber Range near the Westbury White Horse on 18 October 2026. Limited to 200 places so book early for a bespoke finisher medal and category prizes.