Trail Running calendar near Whitstable 2026-2027

Run the North Downs Way 50 mile trail from Farnham to Knockholt Pound on 16 May 2026. Enjoy rolling chalk ridges, varied trails and big views in this classic point to point test of endurance.

Run through scenic vineyard hills at Denbies Wine Estate in Dorking on 16 May 2026 on a 5.3 km undulating off road loop. Choose as many laps as you like for distances from 5 km up to ultra with flexible start times and limited places.

Take on the Reigate Priory Park 10K on 17 May 2026, a measured four lap cross country route through scenic Priory Park. Open to ages 15 and over, this England Athletics affiliated race supports Sport In Mind and offers medals and trophies.

Run the scenic loop at Hurtwood Park Polo Club in Cranleigh, Surrey with distances from 5 km to ultra on mostly flat off road trails. Multi lap format and a seven hour time limit suit all paces and every finisher gets a memento.

Stort10 '26 at Cammas Hall Farm on 17 May 2026 offers scenic 10 and 5 mile off road loops through farm tracks and woodland with a friendly low key vibe. Finishers get a medal and a premium T shirt or a tree planted in their name.

Take on 18 miles of scenic Suffolk countryside from Nowton Park to Clare Castle Country Park, running or walking at your own pace. With a friendly atmosphere, medal for all finishers and support for St Nicholas Hospice, this is a challenge..

Race through historic Canterbury, weaving past the cathedral, cobbled streets and ancient city walls from 22 to 24 May 2026. A Friday prologue, a city centre race and sprints on the University of Kent campus include courses for newcomers.

Explore Canterbury's historic centre in a time trial orienteering, with 5 mile and 5k courses past King's School, Westgate Gardens and St Augustine's Abbey. Fastest time wins and finish is at Canterbury Christ Church University.

Run the South Downs 50k, a scenic point to point trail from Falmer to Eastbourne finishing beneath the white cliffs of Beachy Head. Expect about 3500 feet of climb, four aid stations and live GPS tracking.

Challenge yourself on the London to Brighton Ultra on 23 to 24 May 2026 with a scenic 100 km route or a 2 day daylight split. Multiple distances, regular aid stations and GPS tracking suit newcomers and seasoned trail runners.

The Fox invites trail runners to Surrey on 23 May 2026 with 20K, 41K and 62K routes starting from local villages. Courses are well marked with regular aid stations and a shared finish in Godalming.

Experience a scenic 13.5 mile single loop along the South Downs Way, through Friston Forest and past the iconic Seven Sisters cliffs and Beachy Head. Mostly trail with about 1,900 feet of climbing, full race support and a finisher medal.

Run the Richmond Park Marathon, a scenic three lap 26.2 miles route through leafy Richmond Park with chip timing, marshals and on course support. Finishers get a medal and goody bag.

Queen of the Suburbs Ultra invites runners to explore Ealing's greenways, towpaths and parks with 50k and 25k single loop options. Expect a Horsenden Hill climb with city views to Wembley and a friendly local race atmosphere.

Join the Rebellion 10km at Riverwoods, Marlow on 25 May 2026 for a scenic trail run along the Thames including a crossing of Marlow Bridge. Finishers get a medal, a Rebellion beer or non alcoholic alternative and a pint cup.

Beat The Sunset 50km in Maidenhead is a single lap, mostly off road ultramarathon along the Thames Path, Jubilee River and Green Way. Flat and scenic, the fully signed course features checkpoints, chip timing and post race mementoes.

Run the full 86 mile Ridgeway National Trail from Ivinghoe Beacon to the Avebury Stones, tackling rolling chalk ridges and ancient landscapes within a 28 hour cutoff. A tough but rewarding UTMB World Series index race with full support.

Run 50 km along the scenic River Medway from Rochester to Tonbridge, mostly flat towpaths and trails with a final lap on the athletics track. Live timing, aid stations and bag transfer make this a tidy and rewarding ultramarathon.

A scenic, flat 30 km point to point trail along the River Medway from East Farleigh to Tonbridge on 30 May 2026. Towpaths, riverside views, aid stations, live timing and a finisher medal.

Run the Ridgeway Chase, a scenic point to point 60K ultramarathon along the Ridgeway National Trail from Ivinghoe Beacon to near Wallingford. Limited to 200 runners, it offers rolling climbs, reliable aid and sweeping countryside views.