Trail Running calendar near Willen Lake 2026-2027

Run 30 miles from Haslemere, Surrey along the Serpent Trail and Sussex Border Path in a led, social ultra. Expect hilly, scenic trails through woods, heath and downs for a rewarding challenge.

Tackle Box Hill on a guided 12.5 mile trail run with about 1000 m of climbing through woodland, heathland and open fields. An experienced guide will lead a steady group pace for runners who can hold roughly 10 min per mile, with parking nea..

Take on scenic undulating trails around Carsington Water with half marathon or 10k options. Enjoy marked kilometres, on course support, a themed medal and post race goodies after this festive December run.

New winter ultramarathon on 5 December 2026, the St Edmund Way Ultra covers 80 miles across Essex, Suffolk and Norfolk. Expect remote winter terrain, tracker support and strict mandatory kit for a true long distance challenge.

Festive trail runs at Cannock Chase Birches Valley with 10k, 5k and a Junior Run on undulating woodland routes. Fancy dress is welcome with a best dressed prize, finishers get a medal and photos and proceeds support Shelter.

Take on the Freedom Racing Hurtwood 50k on 6 December and tackle a fully signed trail through the scenic Surrey Hills, starting from Dorking. Expect a five mile loop for lead runners, regular aid stations and live timing with a generous 10..

Join the Chasewater Christmas Pudding Dash at Chasewater Country Park for festive fun with 10k, 5k and a Junior Run on mostly flat reservoir trails. Enjoy medals, photos and prizes including best dressed fancy dress while supporting Shelter..

Run a scenic 10 mile trail around Grafham Water, starting on the dam and weaving through woodland and lakeside views. Canicross wave welcomed with dog facilities and a festive atmosphere supporting Alzheimer's Research UK.

Bauble Bimble at Ferry Meadows, Peterborough on 6 Dec 2026 invites runners to tackle multi terrain 5.3 km laps through forest, with distances from 5k to ultra in 4 or 6 hour formats. Aid at HQ and a bespoke finisher medal add a festive touc..

Don your Santa suit and join 250 Santas and elves for a festive community 5 km at Tinkley Gate National Trust in Woodchester on 6 December 2026. Proceeds support Allsorts charity helping children and young people with additional needs.

Tackle the Winter Downs 200, a 200 mile continuous trail loop from Juniper Hall around the south of England via the North Downs Way, Vanguard Way and South Downs Way. Runners have up to 96 hours with live tracking, aid stations and crew sup..

Join the Christmas Jumper Friday Run on 11 December in Walton on Thames for a relaxed rock up and run along the riverside towpath. Pick 5k to ultra, run laps within a 7 hour window and earn a bespoke finisher medal.

Join the Sherwood Pines Festive Trail Runs on 13 December 2026, with a family 1 mile plus 5 km and 10 km woodland routes. Finishers get medals, treats and drinks, and dogs are welcome in the 5 km and 10 km events.

Join the Mince Pi Run in Guildford for a Pi themed run by the water, with distances from a 1 mile kids fun run to the 3.14 mile loop and laps up to a Pi marathon. Every finisher gets a bespoke Pi Pie medal.

Salcey Forest Christmas Race offers flat but muddy tree lined trails for 5k and 10k plus a junior fun run. Seasonal fancy dress is encouraged with a best outfit prize, and proceeds support Shelter.

Celebrate Christmas Day with the Cracker Run, a 7 hour time challenge along the River Thames at Wraysbury. Run or walk as many laps as you like and nab a festive finisher medal for completing 3 km or more.

Tackle a scenic 50 km trail from Denbies Wine Estate through the ancient woodlands of Norbury Park along the North Downs Way. Expect rolling trails, supportive checkpoints and a finisher medal for completing this charming Surrey ultra.

Run the Birmingham Black Country Half Marathon on Saturday 3 July 2027, a scenic 13.1 mile route through historic streets. Expect vibrant crowds, great community spirit and a welcoming race day for all abilities.