Trail Running calendar near Thaxted 2026-2027

Race Overview The Chiltern Ridge Classic 50K is an ultra marathon traversing the ridgeline trails of the Chiltern Hills between Ivinghoe Beacon and Whiteleaf Hill. The race is a UTMB World Series Index Race. The current route is slightly lo..

The Spring Trail Series takes runners on the scenic Serpent Trail through the South Downs National Park. With five distances from 12km to 110km, all races start and finish at the same accessible location at Cowdray Estate. The event offers..

The inaugural Essex County Fell Championships features a new 10km course with 450m of climb. This open-entry fell race offers county prizes for qualified Essex runners. Every finisher receives a free drink.

A timed, lap-based run on a flat 5.3 km towpath course by the River Thames in Walton on Thames. Distances range from 5 km to ultra with flexible rock up and run starts and an optional no-medal lower-price entry.

The Roman Ramble offers a flexible trail running challenge at Billingford Lakes. Choose your distance from 5k to ultra marathon on a mixed-terrain course. Your entry includes parking, aid station support, and a finisher's medal.

Timed lap event at Buchan Country Park on 19 April 2026 with 5.3 km laps to create distances from 5 km up to ultra within a 7 hour limit. Runners may choose one of twelve medals or a lower cost no medal entry.

The Ibstone Circle offers 5km and 10km multi-terrain runs through the scenic Wormsley Estate, featuring the famous "Ibstone Kicker" climb. Both distances are open to adults and juniors, with a separate "Run in Colour" fun event for children..

Thames Ring Series The Thames Ring Series consists of three non-stop ultramarathon distances run on canal and riverside footpaths in southern England. The main event is the Thames Ring 250, a 250-mile (approximately 256-mile) trail race. It..

A limited capacity evening trail run of 5 miles for over 18s with the course run in reverse from previous years. Route files are provided beforehand and finishers can exchange their race number at the bar for a drink.

Trail run at Barningham Estate offering 10k, 20k and 30k single lap routes across off road North Norfolk terrain. Fundraising supports Little Lifts Boxes for people receiving breast cancer treatment.

Join a multi distance road event in Bury St Edmunds featuring 5k to Ultra Marathon routes. Experience scenic and measured courses with a bespoke finisher medal on the same day as the London Marathon.

Run for a cause through the forest trails of Alice Holt Forest. This charity event supports bowel cancer research with distances from a Junior Run to a Half Marathon. Participants receive a bespoke medal and enjoy a supportive, community at..

Join NOT the London Marathon Run 2026 on Sunday 26 April in Walton on Thames for a flat, certified lap course along the riverside towpath. Choose marathon, half or a 7 hour timed challenge, enjoy flexible starts and a commemorative medal.

A spring trail run of around 10 km through bluebell-carpeted woods in the Chiltern Hills, starting from Tring and led in ability groups by Run Leaders. Facilities include a cafe, toilets and bag storage; dogs allowed with cani-cross kit.

Race 1 of the Northants 5K Series moves to a new venue for 2026: the scenic, multi-terrain paths of Fineshade Wood. All finishers earn a unique series medal, with an option to complete the distance virtually. The family-friendly event welco..

An 8km looped trail run with over 75% of the route on scenic paths around Icklesham. The fully marked course starts and finishes at the village hall, where tea, cake, and prizes await. The event is limited to 60 participants.

Run a scenic 7 hour timed challenge along the River Thames at Wraysbury on Friday 1 May 2026 and choose your distance from 3 km to ultra. Friendly aid, medals and goody bags make this intimate 300 runner event ideal for PBs or relaxed miles..

Event Overview The Thames Path 100 (TP100) is a 100-mile point-to-point continuous trail race. The course follows the Thames Path from Richmond in south-west London to the city centre of Oxford. This is the 15th annual edition of the race...

Join a guided 30 mile group trail run through the North Downs Way and Greensand Way featuring summits like Leith Hill. This noncompetitive event offers professional coaching and scenic views across the South East England countryside.

A three day running series in West Sussex across East Grinstead, Haywards Heath and Burgess Hill that can be completed as single town races or combined into a full marathon. The event includes mile races, a family fun run and a virtual mara..