Trail Running calendar near Wherstead 2026-2027

Explore the tranquil forest trails of the Suffolk AONB with three flat and fast route options. Enjoy a plastic free trail running experience through protected wildlife areas starting from the historic Wantisden Hall.

Scenic riverside marathon and half marathon on a flat UKA certified towpath from Walton on Thames to Hampton Court and back. Lapped format with finisher medals and virtual entries.

A six hour timed event at Suffolk Running Centre with a 10.5 km road and trail loop. Runners can complete distances from 5k to ultra while using lap support, included parking and medal options.

Trail 5K and 10K around the grounds of Tewinbury hotel near Welwyn, on fully marked and marshalled trails. Mixed dirt, grass and woodland underfoot, with a 5.3 km aid station on the 10K and chip timing plus finisher medals.

An 80 mile winter ultramarathon on 5 December 2026 across Essex, Suffolk and Norfolk, organised by Challenge Running Ltd. The race includes checkpoint cut offs, mandatory kit requirements and GPS tracking with an emergency SOS function.

A single 10 mile canicross loop at Grafham Water on 6 December 2026, starting on the dam and circling the reservoir. The event includes dog-friendly facilities, a finisher medal with a dog charm, and nearby camping.

A lap based event at Ferry Meadows on a 5.3 km multi terrain circuit, with four or six hour options and aid at the base camp. Distances range from 5k to ultra and a bespoke event medal is available at the finish.

A looped forest event at High Lodge, Thetford Forest offering distances from 5k to ultra on a 5.3 km lap, with on-course aid, bespoke medals, reduced parking for participants, and a portion of fees supporting forest upkeep.

A festive-themed half trail marathon on a well marked 13.1 mile route through woodland, meadows and quiet lanes in Mid-Suffolk, with on-course water refill, professional photography and trophies for the top three men and women.

Celebrate the end of the year with this festive event in Bury St Edmunds. Choose between 5k and ultra distances on an undulating course with a seven hour cut off and bespoke medals for all finishers.

A 50 km trail race along the North Downs Way from Detling to Wye on 20 December 2026, featuring about 1,000 m of ascent, three staffed checkpoints and mandatory kit requirements. Entry includes tracking, medical cover and a finisher's medal..

A lakeside Christmas event in Milton Keynes offering marathon and half marathon options with 7½ and 3½ clockwise laps of Caldecotte Lake. Finishers receive a bespoke medal and the event is held under 100 Marathon Club rules.

Experience a winter trail adventure at the Penshurst Village Cross Country Run. Participants can choose between a standard five mile cross country course or a five mile cani cross run through scenic local landscapes.

A lapped run at Brandon Country Park on a 5.3 km mixed terrain loop, offered as either a four hour or six hour session with on lap aid, flexible targets and a bespoke finishers medal.

Windmill Way Wander on 16 January 2027 at Suffolk Running Centre offers road routes on Windmill Way and Golding Hills with distance choices from 5k to ultra. Aid stations are placed every 10 km, parking is included and bespoke medals are pr..

A 15 mile multi terrain trail race at Hadleigh Country Park featuring sections of the 2012 Olympic mountain bike course, muddy off-road surfaces and elevated Thames Estuary views. Water is provided cup-less so runners must use a reusable re..

Join this multi distance trail event at Bawsey Country Park featuring distances from 5k to ultra marathon. Enjoy a lap based course with regular aid stations and a bespoke finisher medal.

A winter trail run through medieval Lavenham along the old disused railway, covering a 10 km mixed terrain route with footpaths, forest trails and shallow streams. Manual timing, medals for all finishers and podium trophies for top places.

Join this 5 km canicross adventure through the scenic woodland tracks of Irchester Country Park. This dog-friendly event features a staggered start, professional support, and finishers medals for both runners and their canine partners.

Discover scenic forest trails at the Bedgebury Forest 10 and 5 Mile in Kent. This undulating multi terrain event features distances for adults and a junior run under majestic pine trees.