Trail Running calendar near Ware 2025-2026

Run the Spring Trail Series at Cowdray Estate in Surrey, following the scenic Serpent Trail through greensand hills and woodland. Choose from 12km to 110km, with relaxed cut offs, campsite and on site expo for a friendly well supported day.

Take in Seaford seafront and rolling South Downs on the Martello Half Marathon, an undulating trail course that blends coastal views with countryside. Enjoy water stations, a bespoke medal and free event photos as you race.

Run the Roman Ramble at Billingford Lakes on scenic mixed trails, with distances from 5k to ultra. Small field atmosphere, bespoke finisher medal and on site aid; bring your own cup or bottle.

Join the Grand National 10km Trail Run in Findon on 19 April 2026 for scenic South Downs trails and a fun family atmosphere. Choose from canicross, 10k, 5 mile or a kids run while supporting St John the Baptist Primary School.

Run the scenic Thames Ring, a multi distance trail loop from Streatley on Thames that follows the river and canals. Choose 100, 150 or 250 mile challenges on riverside paths with GPS tracking and checkpoint support, 22 to 26 April 2026.

Take on the Ale Trail 15 mile through scenic Alfriston, East Sussex, starting and finishing at Ye Olde Smugglers Inne beer garden. Tackle country trails and enjoy staffed pub checkpoints with beer tokens and local camaraderie.

Take part in The Other Run in Bury St Edmunds on 26 April 2026 with 5k, 10k, half and marathon options on scenic country roads. Enjoy a bespoke finisher medal, friendly atmosphere and a seven hour marathon cutoff.

Blindfolded and dropped at an unknown location, The Drop in Winchester challenges solo runners and teams to find their way back over 10 or 15 miles as the crow flies. No maps or GPS allowed, just navigation, grit and a taste for adventure.

Run through fragrant bluebell woods on the scenic Angmering Park Estate with 10 mile and 10 km options for trail lovers. Enjoy marshalled courses, bespoke medals and free race photos at this popular spring event.

Run scenic undulating trails in Alice Holt Forest with options from a junior dash to a half marathon across looped routes. Enjoy a friendly atmosphere while supporting GUTS, raising funds for bowel cancer early detection.

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.

Saturn’s Midweek Chasing Numbers 7-Hour Time Challenge is held at Wraysbury Skiff & Punting Club on the River Thames. The event is designed to be affordable and flexible, inviting all abilities to run or walk within a 7-hour window. Partici..

Run the Heritage Run in Thorpeness on 1 May 2026, a friendly community organised event that supports local charities. Choose from scenic mainly off road 10k, half marathon or a dog friendly 10k, all from The Ogilvie Pavilion.

Take on the Thames Path 100, a 100 mile point to point run from Richmond to Oxford along the scenic Thames with marked trail, plentiful aid stations and a 30 hour time limit. A classic endurance test for experienced runners.

Join a guided 30 miles group run along the North Downs and Greensand Way from West Hanger near Guildford, taking in Box Hill, Leith Hill and Holmbury Hill. Intended for experienced trail runners able to sustain about 10 minutes per mile, wi..

Three day Mid Sussex Marathon Weekend in early May offers undulating multi terrain races across East Grinstead, Haywards Heath and Burgess Hill. Enter single town races or combine all three to complete the marathon with virtual entries.

Join Run Silchester on 2 May 2026 for 2.5, 5 and 7 mile trail runs around the Roman wall, ancient woodland and a 12th century church. Family friendly festival atmosphere with stalls, music and proceeds supporting local community causes.

Hit the Cotswolds trails with Tempo Trail Races on Sunday 3 May 2026, featuring distances from 10K up to a 100K ultra. Pick your challenge or try the new 50K option for a weekend of scenic, adventurous running.

Run a scenic woodland course at Culden Faw Estate on 3 May 2026 with solo, pair and team relays plus timed 5K, 10K and the Henley Downhill Time Trial. Expect gentle undulations, a climb before 3 km and a long downhill finish with chip timin..

Take on the Three Forts Challenge across the South Downs with rolling hills and coastal views. Choose marathon, half marathon or 5 mile trail and even bring your dog, with net proceeds supporting local Sussex charities.