Banbury
Trail Running Calendar near Banbury 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Banbury for 2026-2027! We've gathered 60 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
Wild Run Cotswolds showcases rugged off road trails on a private estate with fully marked routes, chip timing and a family friendly supporter zone. Entries are limited to 600; choose 10K, half, marathon or the six hour 360 challenge.
A 10 km undulating multi-terrain race from Buckingham Town Centre through Stowe National Trust gardens and countryside, with medals for finishers and local charities supported.
Off road cross country race of about 6 miles around Manor House Farm in Hardwick, with water crossings, limited to 300 runners and minimum age 17.
Trail runs of 10 km and 5 km around Blackpit Brewery on October 18 2026, using private multi terrain trails through woodlands and estate tracks. Entrants receive a medal, a pint cup and a free drink at the finish.
Run or walk a 10km cross country route through the woods and village of Walton Hall with electronic timing and a finish line roll included.
Duathlons and 5 km and 10 km trail runs in Salcey Forest on 25 October 2026, featuring off road running routes, road cycling sections and live chip timing.
November 2026
A 7 hour time challenge in the Northampton Washlands with flexible distances from 3 km to 50 km, medals, distance pins, goody bags and aid stations.
Two days of marathon and half marathon races around Caldecotte Lake in Milton Keynes on 6 and 7 November 2026, with multi-lap clockwise courses, on-course water and toilets, enforced time limits, and bespoke finisher medals.
Marathon and half marathon in Broadway, Worcestershire on 15 November 2026, featuring mostly trail terrain, marked routes and a waiting list.
A six-hour lap event at Salcey Forest where participants choose how many 3.5-mile loops to run. Dogs and rucking are allowed, a reduced parking rate is available, and there are options for charity donations or a tree token instead of a medal.
A 10k night trail at Salcey Forest on a marked two lap crushed stone route that can be slippery in wet weather. A head or chest torch is required, Petzl will provide demo kit, and a canicross option runs ten minutes before the main field.
A community silent disco run at Rose Hill Community Centre on 28 November 2026 with a group warm up, headphones for music, glow items, post-run music, raffle and on-site refreshments.
A community charity run in Campbell Park, Milton Keynes offering 1.5k, 5k, 10k and half marathon options with chip timing, medals, refreshments and a fancy dress element to support Movember and men's health.
December 2026
A trail half marathon around Hughenden Manor and nearby woodlands, 21.1 km with marked navigation, aid stations and uneven terrain.
Lap based Santa Run on the scenic Stratford Greenway with a 5.3 km loop, flexible distances, and a bespoke finisher's medal.
Forest trail event at Salcey Forest on 13 December 2026 with 10 km, 5 km and a 1.2 km junior run, medals, prizes and fundraising for Shelter.
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.