Trail Running calendar near West Mersea 2026-2027

Run scenic loops through Haughley Park on paths and woodland with distances from 5k to ultra and a choice of bespoke or lucky dip medals. Secure parking and on course support make this ideal for runners of every pace.

Take on the 42 km Brighton Trail Marathon through the South Downs from Stanmer Park to Hove Lawns on 12 April 2026. Hilly chalk ridgelines, woodland and a finish on the Brighton Marathon route promise a scenic, rewarding challenge.

Join the inaugural Wild Deer Trail Runs at High Lodge Thetford Forest on 12 April 2026, with scenic 5km and 10km trails. Chip timed and fully supported, all finishers receive a medal, Wild Deer merch, snack and drink.

Run the scenic Windsor 50 Ultra Challenge on Saturday 18 April 2026 from Windsor Racecourse, with 50 km, 25 km and 10 km looped routes through the Great Park and along the Thames with castle views. Fully supported with rest stops, GPS track..

Tackle a scenic 51 km ultra along the Chiltern Ridge from Berkhamsted Castle to Wendover, with rolling trails, woods and sweeping views. Well marshalled and UTMB World Series indexed, this classic is a true Chiltern challenge.

Tough but rewarding 10 km fell race around Chingford with 450 m of climbing, hosting the first ever Essex County Championships. Pre entry only and open to Essex eligible runners aged 16 and over, with teams welcome.

A timed, lap-based run on a flat 5.3 km towpath course by the River Thames in Walton on Thames. Distances range from 5 km to ultra with flexible rock up and run starts and an optional no-medal lower-price entry.

Run the Martello Half Marathon in Seaford on 19 April 2026, a scenic undulating trail mixing seafront miles with South Downs views. Organised by local clubs, the race features aid stations, a medal and free photos.

Tackle scenic trails at Billingford Lakes on 19 April 2026 with distances from 5k to ultra for every kind of runner. Expect rugged paths, a bespoke finisher medal and post race coffee and cake; bring your own bottle for refills.

Join the Little Lifts Trail at Barningham Estate, North Norfolk on 25 April for scenic off road routes across rolling countryside while raising funds for breast cancer support boxes. Distances and team options welcome all abilities.

Join the Ale Trail, a 15 mile sponsored fun run through scenic countryside around Alfriston on 26 April 2026, with just 50 places for a sociable challenge. Start and finish at Ye Olde Smugglers Inne with checkpoints offering beer tokens and..

Choose from 5 km up to ultra marathon on mildly undulating, fully measured roads around Bury St Edmunds on 26 April. Small field, aid stations, parking and a bespoke finisher medal make this a memorable day out.

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.

Run through woods carpeted with bluebells in the Chiltern Hills with Run The Wild at the Bluebell 10km on 26 April 2026. Grouped by ability with on route coaching, the spring trail offers guided support and scenic views. Spaces are limited.

Tackle scenic 18 or 28 mile routes across the South Downs from East Dean on 26 April 2026, enjoying spectacular coastal views and challenging climbs. Finish within 11 hours to earn a certificate and enjoy a hot meal.

Run a scenic 7 hour timed challenge along the River Thames at Wraysbury on Friday 1 May 2026 and choose your distance from 3 km to ultra. Friendly aid, medals and goody bags make this intimate 300 runner event ideal for PBs or relaxed miles..

Run 100 miles along the Thames from Richmond to Oxford on a scenic, mostly off road course with generous aid and a 30 hour limit. Entries are full and new runners are accepted onto the waiting list.

Join a guided 30 mile trail run near Guildford on 2 May 2026, following the Greensand Way and North Downs Way past Box Hill and Leith Hill. This non competitive group run includes route guidance, coaching and stunning Surrey views.

Run the Mid Sussex Marathon Weekend, a three day festival across East Grinstead, Haywards Heath and Burgess Hill with 10 mile races, a 10k and a combined full marathon. Expect varied, undulating routes and family friendly fun.

Run For Your Life on 2 May 2026 at Parliament Hill, Hampstead Heath offers 10 km, 5 km and a 2 km Fun Run on scenic trails past Kenwood House. Managed starts and medals welcome all while proceeds support Jubilee Hall Trust.