Trail Running calendar near West Acre 2025-2026

Tackle the Griffin Challenge, a six hour out and back run along the Griffin Trail from Braybrooke Taproom in Market Harborough. Choose your distance on a mostly flat 3.3 mile loop, then unwind with food and drinks at the Taproom.

The Sundowner Trail Marathon on 6 June 2026 is an evening 27 mile trail through saltmarsh, canal towpaths, vineyards and forests. Limited to 50 runners, this intimate race offers checkpoints, a finish memento and a bespoke local beer.

Discover Valley of the Owls Run at Suffolk Running Centre on 7 June 2026, with races from 5k to ultra across scenic looped trails. Small field capped at 300, parking included and bespoke finisher medals make for a memorable day.

Take on scenic off road 10 mile or 20 mile routes through bluebell woodlands, rivers and quiet villages at Castle Farm Campsite near Peterborough on 13 June 2026. Camping, well stocked aid stations and eco friendly vibes make this a relaxed..

Run the 50 mile ultra or marathon along the scenic Three Shires Way through ancient woodlands across Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire. Finish with a memorable loop around Grafham Water.

Join a scenic trail half marathon across Dunstable Downs with sweeping ridge views, steep climbs and thrilling descents. Limited to 300 runners on 21 June 2026, this challenging 21.2 km course is perfect for elevation lovers.

Run Sandringham offers scenic 5K and 10K routes through the Sandringham Estate, mixing trail and road surfaces. Enjoy chip timing, bespoke medals and finish goodies as you race in this picturesque royal setting.

The Colworth Marathon Challenge is a unique running event held at the scenic Colworth Estate in North Bedfordshire, UK. It features three races over three days, combining distances of 5 miles, 8.1 miles, and a half marathon of 13.1 miles, t..

Join Cock a doodle Dawdle on 27 June 2026 at Hyde Hall Farm for undulating trails across grassland and paths, with distances from 5k to ultra for all levels. Limited to 300 entries, friendly aid station and bespoke medals add to the charm.

Tackle trails in scenic Salcey Forest with options from 10K to 50 km, all on well marked, mostly packed forest paths. Enjoy a friendly race atmosphere, cafe facilities and a finishers medal plus Big Bear drink.

Run the 3 Brewers 10km at 3 Brewers Brewery in the Hertfordshire countryside, or try the new 5km option over mostly off road multi terrain trails. Celebrate with a free pint, live jazz and support charity Earthworks.

Run the full 82 mile Essex Way from Epping tube to Harwich lighthouse over challenging trails and country lanes. Enjoy supported checkpoints, GPS tracking and a 24 hour finish window for an epic route across Essex.

Fen Gallop on Sunday 5 July 2026 in Willingham offers a flat, scenic run through the Cambridgeshire fens with 10 km and 4 mile options. Friendly for families and walkers, the community event raises funds for Willingham School Association an..

Join the Bishop's Stortford Mitre at Jobbers Wood on Sunday 5 July 2026 for chip timed 10K and 5K races plus a fun 1K for kids. Support the Mitre Fund for new school sports facilities and pick a free finisher T shirt or tree planting.

Run the Norfolk Festival of Running at Bawsey Country Park on 12 July 2026 with trail distances from 5k to ultra, including marathon and half. A small field tackles laps on sand, gravel and grass with aid stations each lap. Bring your own b..

Tackle varied off road terrain at Ultra:5K on 12 July 2026 near Bedford, choosing 15 km, 25 km or 50 km by running 5K laps on the hour every hour. All finishers get a bespoke medal and can enjoy sports massage and snacks between laps.

Take on Shotley 24, a 24 hour camping and coastal trail running weekend on the scenic Shotley peninsula with a fully marked 4.3 mile loop. Run solo, with a partner or team, enjoy camping, yoga and optional sauna and massages.

Enjoy scenic, marked trail races around the Winwick Hall estate with rolling hills, grassland and country paths. Distances for all ages support the Bruce Green Foundation and feature friendly on course services.

Join the ATW St Albans Summer 10K on 19 July for a chip timed, single lap route along the flat, tree lined Alban Way. Family fun run, kids zone, live music and food in the event village create a festival finish.

Explore Revesby Estate's parkland and woodland trails with roaming deer in a scenic trail race on 19 July 2026. Choose from a 10 stage Challenge for solo or teams, a half marathon, 10km, 5km and a tabbing 10km to suit all abilities.