Trail Running calendar near The Sands 2026-2027

A 21.2 km trail half marathon on the National Trust's Dunstable Downs on 21 June 2026, featuring 450 m of ascent, two on-route aid stations and fully marked trails with GPX support.

Run through the historic landscapes of Horsell Common where the Martians first landed in literature. This volunteer led charity event offers trail routes from 2 km to 21 km in a scenic Site of Special Scientific Interest.

Experience a multi terrain 10km run through the private Tusmore Estate. Enjoy scenic views and celebrate your finish at the Twisted Tree Brewery with a medal and a well earned drink.

Community running event in Hawkhurst on 21 June 2026 offering 10k, 5k and a free junior race on a multi terrain undulating course, with finish line cake, a bespoke medal and funds raised for local community projects.

Circular countryside routes of 26 miles and 18 miles around Baldock in Hertfordshire, with checkpoints, refreshments and a light finish meal. Entries close 13 June or when the 175 place limit is reached.

A trail running event set inside Trent Country Park, Enfield, with wooded paths, grassy sections and some hills. Races include a 10 km senior race, a 4.5 km junior race and a 2 km kids fun run.

Join this athletic event in Bournemouth featuring high intensity intervals of 400m and 800m. Choose between solo, doubles, or relay formats for a unique group or individual experience.

A flat, timed 10 kilometre out-and-back from the toll bridge in Shoreham to Bramber and back on 21 June 2026, with a halfway aid station, full marshals, 4x4 pickup and a new medal; entries open 20 March.

A scenic off road 10 km trail at Panshanger Park with chip timing and a sustainable finisher medal; proceeds support local charities and a family fun run is included.

A twilight trail race at Ashburnham Place in Battle, East Sussex offering 10k, 5k and a junior run. The event supports four charities and features on-site charity tents, a BBQ and a free sports massage.

Race two of the 2026 Trifarm trail series, this 10K summer run is over 95% off-road on public paths. Starting near a humpback bridge at Trifarm in Boreham, the anticlockwise course finishes with a lap around the lake.

Experience a scenic trail run through the Cowdray Estate and South Downs National Park featuring distance options for all ages including dog friendly categories and a stacking finisher medal.

Complete three races over three days to achieve a full marathon distance at the Colworth Estate. This multi terrain event in North Bedfordshire offers distances of 5 miles, 8.1 miles, and a half marathon.

A backyard ultra at Longbridge Farm Barns near Alfriston where runners complete at least 4.167 mile laps every hour until one runner remains. The event uses a token system, timed laps, a small aid station, onsite support and sustainability..

A multi-distance trail event at Hyde Hall Farm on 27 June 2026 offering distances from 5k to ultra, on-site parking, an aid station at the lap point, baggage storage and a bespoke finishers' medal.

Explore the scenic Surrey Hills and North Downs Way with five trail distances ranging from 5 km to a 52 km ultra. Run through ancient forests and rolling fields with punchy hills and fully marked courses.

Experience an off road adventure through the private Matterley Estate in the South Downs National Park. Choose between a 10km or half marathon distance on a well marked course featuring gravel tracks and woodland trails.

A family festival at Culden Faw Estate on June 27, 2026, focused on a children's obstacle course and a lively event village with food and activities. Race options include two youth OCR categories and a festival-only entry.

Experience a summer trail running event in the scenic Thames Valley with distances ranging from 5k to a half marathon. Enjoy well marked routes through the Marlow countryside featuring chip timing and a unique themed medal.

TrailFest at Salcey Forest is a multi distance trail running day offering 10K, half marathon, marathon and 50 km on mainly hard packed forest trails. The event uses marked routes, a cupless aid policy and paid parking.