Chatham
Trail Running Calendar near Chatham 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Chatham for 2026-2027! We've gathered 83 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
A summer 10k through country lanes around Mount Ephraim Gardens in Kent, with a separate junior run and downloadable route maps. The event raises funds for Oasis Domestic Abuse Services and includes a bespoke medal and garden entry.
Scenic races in Wye offering a multi terrain 10 km and a half marathon with a new Event HQ and chip timing.
Charity trail run in Cold Norton on 9 August 2026 raising funds for Farleigh Hospice, with 10 km and 13.1 mile routes over grass, tracks and paths.
Race 5 of Pitsea RC's Crown to Crown series is a measured off road 5K at Westley Heights Country Park on 12 Aug 2026 featuring bridleway trails and onsite safety measures.
Evening trail events in Chelmsford on 17 Aug 2026 offering a 10 km trail run, a 10 km social hike and a timed 15 km hike supporting the British Heart Foundation.
Round 5 of the Phoenix Striders Summer Series is a 5k trail at Langdon Discovery Nature Park on 18 Aug 2026 raising funds for local conservation and community charities.
An evening trail race on 21 Aug 2026 covering 10 km with 30 places, limited parking, a tail jogger, finishers coffee and cake, and a limited edition T-shirt included.
Free community trail run from Sandhurst to Bodiam Castle, about 10.25 km, with guided or independent GPX options and varied rural terrain.
A 7.5 km mostly off road trail loop around Ticehurst with marked and marshalled course, limited entries, prizes and tea and cake after the race.
Two self-navigation trail races near Chelmsford on 23 August 2026: an approximately 16 mile hilly Admiral McHilly Trail and an approximately 6 mile flatter Chelmer Trail.
London Backyard Ultra at Frylands Wood Scout Outdoor Centre has runners complete a four mile loop each hour until one remains, with medals, showers and refreshments.
A 15-mile trail race near Danbury on 30/08/2026 featuring 1600 ft+ of ascent, technical singletrack, locally made trophies and cash prizes including a course-record bonus.
A mixed trail and road out and back race from Woldingham School. The half is one 13.1 mile lap and the full is two laps, with notable climbs, varied scenery and on course aid stations and goody bags.
A chip-timed 10 km trail race through Shoreham Woods on 30 August 2026, with scenic but challenging sections and entry donations to the woods.
September 2026
A muddy obstacle-course run in Brentwood with 5 km and 1.5 km options, achievable obstacles, finisher medals and post-race wash-downs.
A women only muddy obstacle course in Brentwood, Essex covering 5 km with varied obstacles, wash facilities, a finisher medal and an inclusive, non competitive format.
Trail half marathon and 10 km at Lullingstone Country Park on 6 Sep 2026 with two loops, water station, marshals and a finisher medal.
Evening 10 km trail run at Trifarm on mostly off road public footpaths and bridleways, part of a four race 2026 series with GPX route and on site parking.
A biannual trail race around Bewl Water in Kent offering 10 km, half marathon, marathon and 50 km ultra routes with extensive lakeside trail and lane sections.
A multi-distance walk, jog and run along the River Thames from Putney Bridge to Henley in September 2026 and 2027. Distances span 10 km to 100 km with rest stops, catering, medical support and GPS tracking via an event app.