Dereham
Trail Running Calendar near Dereham 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Dereham for 2026-2027! We've gathered 39 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
An inflatable obstacle event in Norwich on 17 October 2026 offering 2.5 km to 15 km non-timed laps with inflatables, music zones, and a finisher's medal.
An off-road 10 km through undulating bridle paths and woodland around Westacre, Norfolk, featuring optional obstacles, a ford crossing near the finish, on-site registration, a water point at 5 km, refreshments and a bespoke medal for all entrants.
Guided 10 km trail run at High Lodge in Thetford Forest with conversational-paced group runs, trail-running tips, and information about the local forest.
November 2026
A 16k guided trail run at High Lodge in Thetford Forest with conversational pacing, woodland routes, basic trail tips, parking charge £3 and entry £17.50.
A chip timed 10 km trail through Breckland and Thetford Forest around Santon Downham with on-course water, a bespoke finisher medal, and village hall facilities.
Guided 10 km group trail run at High Lodge, Thetford Forest, led at a conversational pace on mostly flat woodland trails.
December 2026
Family festive run at Lingwood Village Hall supporting Mini Donks, with 5 km and 2 km races, a free 400 m inflatable costume dash, and medals for all.
A guided 16k trail run at High Lodge in Thetford Forest with conversational pace groups, forest facts, hill technique tips, and recommended trail shoes.
Santa Dash at Thornham Walks on 30.09.26 and 13.12.26, organised with The Blossom Charity and Friends of Thornham Walks.
A guided 10 km group trail run at High Lodge in Thetford Forest, led at a conversational pace on mostly flat woodland trails. Entry £12.50, parking charge £3.
January 2027
Beach race at Holkham Beach on 03 January 2027 covering about 5 miles across the National Nature Reserve with chip timing and a 250 runner limit.
A lapped trail event at Brandon Country Park offering four or six hour options on a 5.3 km loop with aid stations each lap and a bespoke finisher medal.
Multi-distance trail event at Bawsey Country Park with 5.3 km out-and-back laps, aid stations each lap, included parking and bespoke finisher medals.
February 2027
A point to point 48ish mile route along the historic Peddars Way from Knettishall Heath to Holme next the Sea with GPS tracking, staffed checkpoints and a mandatory winter kit list.
A marathon and half marathon on Marriott's Way on 21 February 2027, largely traffic free, finishing at Aylsham and raising funds for the East Anglian Air Ambulance.