Trail Running calendar near West Sussex 2026-2027

Runaway Racing's Wild Run Oxford invites runners to tackle 10K and half marathon routes across scenic smooth and rugged trails around the city. Start and finish sit close to the city centre for easy access and a lively atmosphere.

The Marlow Donkey on 4 October 2026 is a scenic LDWA challenge from Liston Hall offering 25 km, 40 km and 50 km routes around Hambleden and Bix. Staffed checkpoints, a simple finish meal, timed e certificates and a free badge await.

Join a guided 30 mile noncompetitive group run from St Martha's in Guildford along the North Downs Way through the Surrey Hills, passing Denbies and Box Hill. Led by an experienced coach, the run includes a cake stop and suits runners used..

Take on the Kent Downs Ultra with 50 km, 25 km or 10 km looped routes through scenic North Downs past Leeds Castle. Staffed aid stations, a picnic at halfway and on site camping make this a perfect weekend challenge.

Tackle chalk climbs, ridgelines and singletrack at Beat Box Hill, with distances from 21k to 50k and charity places. Marked routes, marshals, chip timing and a finish village with food and a themed medal await.

Choose a scenic 10k or shorter 5k through the Chiltern Hills around Frieth, combining woodland paths and country roads. Expect rolling climbs and panoramic views for a rewarding, hilly challenge for road and trail runners.

Enjoy a scenic 10k through the woodlands of Limpsfield Common and High Chart in Oxted Surrey, with rolling climbs and a downhill finish. Single lap route suits trail runners seeking a challenging rewarding outing.

Run and support local schools at the FOOBS Trail and Fun Runs in Old Basing on 11 October 2026. Scenic community trails offer a 2K family fun run or chip timed 6K and 10K routes, with post run treats and plenty of local support.

Run the dramatic Jurassic Coast around the Isle of Purbeck with cliff top ridges, steep climbs and technical trails. Choose from 6, 12 or 24 km routes, with the Half Marathon passing Old Harry's Rocks for unforgettable coastal views.

Run the Autumn 100, a scenic 100 mile trail ultra on 17 October 2026 from Goring and Streatley along the Thames Path and Ridgeway. Four 25 mile out and back legs serve riverside paths and chalk ridge views for seasoned ultra runners.

Tackle scenic footpaths across Kent, Surrey and Sussex at the friendly Gatliff Marathon, with 50 km and 25 km options on 17 October 2026. Checkpoints, hot food, showers and pro first aid are included to keep you fuelled and safe.

Roughly 12K trail run on bridle paths and the Imber Range near the Westbury White Horse on 18 October 2026. Limited to 200 places so book early for a bespoke finisher medal and category prizes.

Run beneath the tree canopy on traffic free woodland trails at Bedgebury Forest, choosing a half marathon or 10K for a scenic, peaceful race experience. Expect a bespoke medal, free photos and a welcoming atmosphere among towering pines.

Beachy Head Marathon Weekend on 24 and 25 October 2026 offers trail races along dramatic coastal hills with views of the Seven Sisters and lighthouse. Well supported and highly rated, it is a must for scenic, challenging runs.

Thames Trail Ultra on 24 October 2026 is a scenic 47 mile point to point run from Iffley near Oxford to Henley on Thames along the Thames Path and Ridgeway. Riverside trails, checkpoint support and live GPS tracking make for a classic autum..

Stort30 is a scenic 30 mile out and back ultramarathon along the River Stort and Lee navigations on the Hertfordshire and Essex border. Mostly flat riverside trails with aid stations and medals make this a friendly ultrarunning challenge.

Chiltern Ridge Winter 50K, Saturday 31 October 2026, is a single loop trail from Berkhamsted through Ashridge and the Ridgeway with about 800 m of climbing. A UTMB index event ideal for experienced trail runners seeking scenic winter trails..

Experience a night gravel run through Alice Holt Forest on Saturday 31 October 2026, choosing 5, 10 or 15 km laps guided by headtorch. Enjoy fully marked trails, on course snacks and a metal finisher medal in an atmospheric woodland event.

Join a devilish 6.66 km Halloween trail at Brewery Fields, Great Baddow on 31 October, a fun fancy dress event rather than a race. Limited to 50 places, finishers get a medal, drink and costume prizes and a GPX route is provided.

Tackle the Dorset Hillfort Ultra, a scenic 35.9 mile off road route linking ancient hillforts and coastal viewpoints across Dorset. Expect rugged turf and tracks, plentiful aid stations and stunning views over Lyme Bay and Portland Bill.