Trail Running calendar near Watlington 2026-2027

Night trail races on the South Downs around Plumpton Racecourse begin at dusk and run into darkness, with 50 km, half marathon and 20 mile options. The course is fully marked and supported with aid stations and marshals.

A 50 km point to point ultramarathon from Moors Valley Country Park to Hengistbury Head, following forest trails, the Castleman Trailway and the Bournemouth seafront. The event includes GPS routes, feed stations, UTMB index status and a bes..

Trail running from Queen Elizabeth Country Park across South Downs chalk ridges and woodlands, with five distances from 5 km to 51 km. The Ultra and Marathon have multiple outposts and mandatory kit requirements while shorter routes have li..

A chip timed five mile trail and Canicross event across the Upper Wreake valley on 3 October 2026, featuring fields, stiles, brooks and hill sections. Entry is capped at 200 competitors and minimum age is 12.

A guided 30 mile trail run from St Martha's Hill along the North Downs Way, passing Denbies and Box Hill, led by an experienced ultra runner at a social group pace with kit support and pre-run information.

Forest of Bere timed event with flexible start format, a 3.28 mile lap and options from 5 km to ultra. Aid station offers sweet and savoury food including signature potatoes and vegan choices; 20% of proceeds go to Forestry England.

An inflatable obstacle course at Kempton Park Racecourse on 3 October 2026 with jumping, bouncing, sliding and swinging. Distance choices include 2.5K, 5K, 10K and 15K and are suitable for ages 5 and up.

Wild Run Cotswolds showcases rugged off road trails on a private estate with fully marked routes, chip timing and a family friendly supporter zone. Entries are limited to 600; choose 10K, half, marathon or the six hour 360 challenge.

Scenic out and back races along the Thames Path from Petersham & Ham Sea Scouts HQ to Barnes, offered as 10 km, half marathon and marathon options with staffed checkpoints and medical cover.

A Thames Valley LDWA challenge walk in Marlow offering three mapped routes of about 25km, 40km and 50km with checkpoint cut offs and a 150 entrant limit. Entry fees differ for LDWA members and non members.

A 50 mile coastal ultramarathon along the Essex saltmarshes, starting at South Woodham Ferrers Rugby Club and finishing at Maldon Promenade Park. Fully supported with aid stations, GPX route files, a shuttle option and a 15 hour cut off.

A MacTuffX functional fitness race in Brierley Hill on 4 October 2026 combining ten Xercises with repeated runs in solo, doubles or relay formats. Standard and LITE weight divisions are available with individual and team entries.

A community organised 10 km race at Imberhorne School on 4 October 2026 that uses bridleways and residential roads, is fully marshalled and raises funds for local charities.

Half marathon and 10 km races at RAF Greenham Common in Thatcham, Berkshire. The traffic free, flat course has water stations, free parking and a children's race paid on the day for £5; proceeds support New Life Special Care Babies.

An off road marathon from Salisbury to Winchester on 4 October 2026, run mostly on historic country tracks. The event offers full, half and a five mile mini, includes buses and finisher items, and raises funds for local charities.

A chip timed 10 km trail race on 4 October 2026 through Somerset countryside, passing a prehistoric long barrow. The event includes a bespoke medal, Race Nation app support, camping nearby and proceeds shared with two charities.

An off-road running and walking event near Loughborough featuring an approximately 10 mile main course plus a 1 mile junior fun run, with courses for adults and accompanied juniors and entries managed through SiEntries.

Bristol Epic Trail on 04th October 2026 offers 6k and 10k off road routes with Pro Ruck, Pro Trail, Open Ruck and Open Trail categories. GORUCK rucks are provided and finishers receive a patch or medal plus sponsor goodies.

The Phoenix Running - Slough will take place in Slough on Thursday 8 October 2026. You can run 5 miles.

A six hour multi-lap off road event at Sence Valley Forest Park where participants complete 3.3 mile laps at their own pace, with canicross allowed and options for a medal or tree token.