Trail Running calendar near Thetford 2026-2027

Two point to point winter ultras on the Weavers' Way finishing at Cromer Pier, offering 50 km and 100 km options with GPX navigation required, strict time limits, limited places and race support including checkpoints and GPS tracking.

Run Henham is a park based event at Henham Park in Suffolk offering a 10 km chip timed race and a 1 km fun run, organised by EPIC Norfolk. Entries include a bespoke medal and optional official T shirt.

A six hour multi-lap trail event at Salcey Forest on a 3.5 mile loop, with aid station mince pies and a canicross option. Distances range from a single lap to multi-lap ultra totals.

A 50km fully marked trail race from Putteridge Bury with ridgeline running across Warden, Barton and Pegsdon Hills, three aid stations and a GPX route; limited to 250 runners and held under Trail Running Association licensing.

A half-day 10 km trail run in the Chiltern Hills that finishes with a private tour and tasting at Tring Brewery. Guided groups and basic trail running instruction are provided, with a choice of a bottle of beer or a pint.

Flat gravel and woodland routes of 9 km, 16 km and 23 km around Wantisden Hall in the Suffolk AONB, with marked and timed courses, outposts on the longer routes, free parking and a reusable cup policy.

Test your endurance at this six hour timed challenge in Bury Saint Edmunds. Complete any distance from 5k to an ultra marathon on an undulating multi terrain course with full aid station support.

A community charity run in Campbell Park, Milton Keynes offering 1.5k, 5k, 10k and half marathon options with chip timing, medals, refreshments and a fancy dress element to support Movember and men's health.

A countryside trail event at Tewinbury, offering fully marked and marshalled 5K and 10K routes on dirt, grass and woodland trails with on-route aid, chip timing and venue facilities.

A 21.1km trail race around Hughenden Manor that follows forest and rural paths with undulating terrain and several aid stations. Entry includes chip timing, a finisher souvenir, parking and entry to Hughenden Manor.

An 80 mile winter ultramarathon on 5 December 2026 across Essex, Suffolk and Norfolk with mandatory kit requirements, checkpoint cut-offs and live tracking via Open Tracking. Entry pricing is tiered with limited discounted places.

A single 10 mile canicross loop at Grafham Water on 6 December 2026, starting on the dam and circling the reservoir. The event includes dog-friendly facilities, a finisher medal with a dog charm, and nearby camping.

Celebrate the season at Ferry Meadows with a flexible multi-terrain lap challenge. Run as many 5.3 km loops as you like within a 4 or 6 hour window to earn your finishers medal.

A 10 km trail championship at Wendover Woods on 6 December 2026, limited to 200 invited runners who meet qualifying criteria. The course has 295 m of elevation, route marking, chip timing and age category awards.

A seasonal trail event at Salcey Forest offering 10k, 5k and a 1.2 km junior run on tree lined, mostly flat forest trails. The race raises funds for Shelter and includes a bespoke medal and free photographs.

A looped forest event at High Lodge, Thetford Forest offering distances from 5k to ultra on a 5.3 km lap, with on-course aid, bespoke medals, reduced parking for participants, and a portion of fees supporting forest upkeep.

Festive themed half marathon on woodland trails, meadows and country lanes around Mid Suffolk, starting and finishing at Stowmarket Football Club. Manually timed cupless race with water refill, mince pie, photography and optional eco friend..

Celebrate the end of the year with this festive event in Bury St Edmunds. Choose between 5k and ultra distances on an undulating course with a seven hour cut off and bespoke medals for all finishers.

A 50 km winter trail event on the North Downs Way from Detling to Wye with about 1,000 m of ascent, three checkpoints and mandatory kit checks. The route passes Boxley Warren, Thurnham Castle, Lenham Cross and the Wye Downs.

Festive trail runs at Wendover Woods on 20 December 2026, with a Family Santa Mile and 5- and 10-mile races; finishers receive medals and seasonal treats. Entry fees range from £14 to £29.