East of England
Trail Running Calendar East of England 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in East of England for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 186 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in East of England below and join the trail community at these great events!
September 2026
10 km trail race around Sandridge (St Albans) on 13 September 2026, starting at Woodcock Hill with an entry fee of £25.
Timed off road 5 km and 10 km footpath races in Fyfield, Essex supporting the local Scout group with options for a souvenir tee or tree sponsorship.
Dedham Run on 13 September 2026 in Dedham, Essex features a 10K road race, a new 10K trail race and a 3K fun run supporting Dedham Primary School.
A lapped 7 hour trail event on a 5K loop in Hitchin with a Mini Mile and virtual option, event village, aid station and post event massage.
Flexible-distance running at Hockwold Hall with 5.3 km laps through parkland and roaming peacocks, medals for all finishers.
Narrative charity trail run from The Zach Willsher in Benfleet offering undulating routes of about 5.7 miles or 12 miles with proceeds to Macmillan Cancer Support.
A relaxed 5 km trail run at Rougham Estate with post-run burritos, live music and free onsite parking; age 16+ and organised by RunVibes on 18 September 2026.
A multi distance out and back trail event at Suffolk Running Centre on 19 September 2026 offering 5k to ultra options, aid stations every 10 km and a seven hour cut off.
A coastal trail marathon and half marathon on 19 September 2026 along the Norfolk Coast Path with part of entry fees supporting the East Anglian Air Ambulance.
Team cross country relays at Chingford Plain on 19 Sep 2026 with junior, senior and veteran races, limited entries and specific England Athletics eligibility and team rules.
Entry level 34 mile ultra through Suffolk and Norfolk trails on 19 September 2026 with aid stations, first aid, an 11 hour cut off and a 150 entrant limit.
Experience a scenic and exceptionally flat trail race along the Ouse Valley Way with marathon and half marathon options through the Huntingdonshire countryside.
A flat, mostly off road 10 km trail from Aylsham to Reepham through Norfolk countryside with start waves, water stations and a shuttle bus for runners.
Guided 10 km trail run at High Lodge in Thetford Forest with conversational pace, route tips, recommended trail shoes, and a chance to see woodland wildlife.
Free 5K social group run in Brandon on footpaths, dirt tracks and pavements passing local heritage sites; limited to 25 runners and family friendly.
Experience the scenic Hertfordshire countryside with the Chas Avis Harvest Trail, offering half and quarter marathon trail routes with chip timing and post race cake.
Guided trail runs at High Lodge in Thetford Forest offering 10k and 16k routes, paced groups, and woodland wildlife views across autumn and early winter 2026.
A five mile trail run on 24 September 2026 at The Viper in Mill Green near Ingatestone. Limited to over 18s with a small field; participants must be self sufficient with phone and headtorch and a tail runner is on course.
A Backyard Ultra in Welwyn Garden City where runners repeat a 4.167 mile loop each hour until one remains; entry includes drink vouchers and a commemorative pint glass.
Trail event at Billingford Lakes on the Wensum Way with a flat 5.3 km out and back, multi lap options to ultra distance, aid station, parking and bespoke medals.