Trail Running calendar near Willen Lake 2026-2027

Join the scenic Nottingham Running Festival on Sunday 30 August 2026 at Colwick Park, with distances from a 5K and junior race up to a four lap half marathon around lakeside paths. Enjoy an event village, sustainability focus, free photos a..

Tackle a scenic trail 10K or half marathon through Alexandra Gardens with distant views of Windsor Castle. Chip timed results, free race photos and a lively event village make this a great day out for runners and supporters.

Join Worcester Woods parkrun every Saturday where Pershore Plum Plodders often gather to run, chat and enjoy refreshments after the run. Friendly, community focused and great for beginners and regulars alike.

Take on the Muntjac 15, a 15 mile trail around Danbury Essex with 1600 ft of climbing across scenic woodland and technical singletrack. Enjoy a well stocked checkpoint, a quality memento and bespoke local trophies.

Run through scenic Ickworth Park at sunset with 5 km and 10 km multi terrain routes across woodland, meadows and new limestone paths. Chip timed with medals for all finishers, this friendly event offers a perfect autumn evening challenge.

Enjoy scenic River Thames trails at the Henley River Races with half marathon, 10K and junior races plus an event village for food and drink. Sustainability focused with chip timed results, free photos and unique themed medals.

Join a scenic charity 10k across Staffordshire countryside, starting and finishing at the canal side Hartley Arms in Wheaton Aston. With only 150 places, the race finishes with music and food at the pub to celebrate local charities.

Run among 2,500 trees at Westonbirt Arboretum with options from 1 mile to 10 km, on firm, road like underfoot through curated tree species sections. Tickets are currently sold out but the event offers family friendly activities on site.

Woodchester Trail Challenge on 6 September 2026 is a demanding eight mile hilly woodland run through Woodchester Park with a new start and route. Expect a metal finisher medal and a strict two hour cut off.

Join a guided 10 km trail run from Silent Pool, exploring the North Downs, Netley Heath and picturesque Shere. Led by an experienced coach with gear trials and sunset or headtorch night editions, it is social and not a race.

Run or walk the Thames Path over a festival weekend with routes from a 10K up to 100 km, following the towpath from Putney to Henley on Thames. Supported aid stations, optional camping and a Henley 10K make for a scenic, social challenge.

Run 10k, 21k or 42k through the Surrey Hills on 12 September 2026, starting at Shere Recreation Ground. Scenic, multi terrain routes with big views, chip timed results, on course support and a lively event village for finishers and fans.

Join the Farnham Pilgrim Half or Marathon on 13 September 2026 for scenic runs through the Surrey Hills on mainly off road trails. With frequent aid stations, free parking and strong marshal support, entries are limited so book early.

Join the Alf Shrubb Memorial in Slinfold for scenic 5k and 10k trail races and fun kids events, all supporting local village causes. Chip timing, finisher medals, refreshments and a warm welcome at Slinfold Cricket Club make this a great co..

Enjoy a scenic trail half marathon entirely inside Richmond Park with a single loop start and finish at Sheen Gate. Run past White Lodge, Ham Gate Pond and open fields, with refreshment stations to keep you fueled for the 13.1 mile route.

Enjoy scenic Peak District trails from Bakewell Showground, following the Monsal Trail and River Derwent with views near Chatsworth and rolling countryside. Pick 9.5K, 15K or a half marathon for a rewarding trail experience.

Run riverside trails and village lanes at Roman River Trails, a self navigated half and full marathon near Colchester. Expect scenic river crossings, varied terrain, stocked aid stations and a cupless format so bring a cup.

Tackle the Chiltern Wonderland 50, a scenic single loop 50 mile ultramarathon through the rolling Chiltern Hills from Goring on Thames. Fully marked course, generous aid stations and a 13 hour cutoff; qualifying marathon required.

Race 47 miles along the Cotswold Way from Chipping Campden to Painswick, traversing the rolling hills of the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This licensed continuous trail challenge runs under UK Athletics and TRA rules.

The Lucky Horseshoe in Bury St Edmunds offers scenic, undulating trail courses from 5k to ultra on the Gallops and Golding Hills. Expect out and back routes, aid stations, on site parking and a bespoke finisher medal on 19 September 2026.