Trail Running calendar near Thaxted 2026-2027

Enjoy a 5k fun run or walk through the trails of Therfield Heath to support the Teenage Cancer Trust. This family friendly event features a scenic two lap grass course for up to 700 participants.

The Aldbury 5 is a classic 5-mile cross country run through Ashridge Forest. This event has been a fixture for over 30 years. It finishes with prizes sponsored by the local Greyhound Inn.

Join a guided 10km trail run through the Devil's Punchbowl, a unique natural amphitheatre in Surrey. The group runs together on hilly trails, pausing for views. It's a social run, not a race.

Run the full 82 mile Essex Way from Epping tube to Harwich lighthouse over challenging trails and country lanes. Enjoy supported checkpoints, GPS tracking and a 24 hour finish window for an epic route across Essex.

Choose your own challenge at the Summer Sun Run, a flexible lap event set in the scenic Denbies Wine Estate. Complete as many 5.3 km laps as you like within 7 hours, with a large medal for all finishers. Enjoy a flexible start window and a..

The Fen Gallop features flat 10k and 4-mile multi-terrain races on country paths around Willingham. Both events start and finish at the recreation ground. A chipped timing system is used for all participants.

A scenic half marathon on the historic Ridgeway National Trail in Buckinghamshire. The hilly, fully-marked trail route connects Wendover and Princes Risborough, passing through the Whiteleaf Hill Nature Reserve.

Community road races of 10K, 5K and a 1K children's race near Much Hadham, organised by The Bishop's Stortford High School. Traffic free measured courses with chip timing, finisher T-shirts or an option to have a tree planted.

Two off road races around Bewl Water on 5 July 2026: a 15 mile route that includes the nature reserve and a 5 mile trail. The event is organised by Wadhurst Runners, supports the KSSAA, and features medals, t shirts, cake and beer.

A women only trail event at Denbies Wine Estate in Surrey on 5 July 2026 offering 50K, 25K, 10K and a kids race. No cut offs and options for in person or virtual participation, with profits supporting the SheRACES mission.

Marston Madness is a 6-hour endurance challenge on a scenic 5k loop. Run solo or with friends to see how many laps you can complete, with professional chip timing tracking your progress in a supportive atmosphere.

A guided 10 km trail run through the scenic Thursley National Nature Reserve. Experience the famous boardwalk on this flat route, offered as both sunset and night runs. It's a group run with a steady pace, and head torches are provided for..

Tackle a multi-terrain 5K through the scenic Fermyn Woods Country Park near Brigstock. This evening race offers a unique finisher's medal and is open to runners aged 11 and over, with younger participants requiring adult accompaniment. Limi..

A 6-hour timed run along the flat Jubilee River in Slough on July 9, 2026. Participants complete laps of 5.24 miles, choosing their own distance. Every finisher gets a medal.

Choose your own distance in this flexible 7-hour timed challenge along the River Thames. Run as many laps as you like on a flat, signed course. All finishers get a medal and goody bag, with distance pins for longer runs.

Race to the Stones is a historic ultramarathon on Britain's oldest trail, the Ridgeway. Choose from 50 km or 100 km distances, finishing at the ancient Avebury Standing Stones. The event offers extensive support with well-stocked pit stops,..

Explore the scenic Chiltern Hills on this trail run from Princes Risborough. Choose from five distances, from 8 km to a 50 km ultra, on a course featuring ancient woodlands and chalky paths. The event includes aid stations, a cup-free polic..

Traverse the scenic Mid Suffolk countryside on this undulating route following the River Rat. Choose between three distances featuring historic churches, multiple checkpoints, and a light meal at the finish.

The Phoenix Running - Walton-on-Thames will take place in Walton-on-Thames on Saturday 11 July 2026. You can run between 3 and 42 kilometers.

Multi distance trail event at Bawsey Country Park with lap based half, marathon and ultra options. Aid stations each lap, parking included and the event is cupless so participants should bring their own bottles.