Trail Running calendar near Thaxted 2026-2027

Oaks Trail at Rivenhall Oaks golf centre on 05 Jul 2026 offers two unmarked routes of about 6.5 or 3.5 miles, with entry fees split by England Athletics affiliation and proceeds donated to Essex and Herts Air Ambulance Trust.

A community trail run hosted by Muslim Runners in Epping Forest on July 5, 2026. Multiple pace groups and a 30 minute walking option, with bag drop and coffee afterwards at Butlers Retreat.

A 10 km group trail run across Thursley National Nature Reserve in Surrey, set on mainly flat heathland and boardwalks. Evening and night options include headtorch runs and there may be an alcohol free beer at the end.

A multi-terrain 5km in Fermyn Woods Country Park on Wednesday 8th July, part of the Northants 5K Series. Limited parking, bespoke finishers medals and a virtual completion option are available; entries close 23:59 on Tuesday 7th July.

An off‑road two-lap race through Hainault Forest organised by Ilford Athletic Club on 8 July 2026, supporting St. Francis Hospice and forming Leg 5 of the Elvis Grand Prix.

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.

A 10 km off road trail race at Trifarm in Boreham on 09 July 2026, mostly on public footpaths and bridleways. On-site parking and registration at the entrance, bottled water at registration and a refill tap by the finish.

A Trifecta Weekend of obstacle races at Belvoir Castle in Grantham, Lincolnshire from July 10 to 12, 2026. The programme includes Sprint 5 km, Super 10 km, Beast 21 km, a kids race and Hurricane Heat sessions.

SATURN Midweek Chasing Numbers on 10 July 2026 is a 7 hour timed challenge along the River Thames with options from 3 km up to 50 km. The event includes aid stations, medals, goody bags and distance pins.

Phoenix Fridays offers a flexible Friday run with a "rock up and go" start. Choose your distance on a flat, timed 5.3km loop along the Thames towpath. All finishers can pick from a selection of signature medals.

A roughly five mile off road trail run at High Lodge Thetford Forest with chipped timing and a finishers medal. Entries are non refundable but transfers to another runner are allowed until 06/07/2026.

A 24-hour multi-terrain relay or solo race near RM13 with teams of 2 to 8, repeated 5.75 mile laps, free camping and on-site catering, showers and first aid. Entry fees are published from £89 to £110.

Follow Britains oldest trail through 5000 years of history on the Ridgeway. Choose between 50km or 100km distances and finish at the iconic Avebury Standing Stones with full medical and snack support.

Trail races from 8 km to a 50 km ultra starting at Princes Risborough School, crossing beech woodland, ridgelines and chalk downs. Marked routes include outposts, mandatory kit for longer distances, free parking and nearby rail access.

Rodent Wriggle is a Needham Market walk and run with three route options of 13.5 mile, 23 mile and 31.5 mile. The scenic countryside routes follow the River Rat, include checkpoints with refreshments and feature historic village churches.

Timed non stop runs of 6, 12 or 24 hours on the Backyard route at High Lodge Thetford Forest. Enter solo, as a pair or a team of up to four; camping onsite, timing by Timing Monkey and a bespoke wooden medal for all.

Enjoy a flexible timed running event along the flat River Thames towpath. Choose your distance from 5km to an ultra marathon and earn a bespoke spinning medal on this fast riverside course.

Guided 10 km trail run in the Chiltern Hills from Church Farm Cafe, Aldbury, with Run Leaders offering trail tips and local history. Groups are matched by ability, dog friendly with cani cross equipment.

MacTuffX Peterborough on 11 July 2026 is a functional fitness race at the Embankment with solo, doubles and five-person relay formats, ten Xercises and repeated running segments. Entrants must be 18 or older.

A lap based timed run at Mowsbury Park on 11 July 2026 offering distances from 5 km up to ultra with a flexible one hour start window and a choice of medal or lower cost no medal entry. Places are limited to 75.