Ely
Trail Running Calendar near Ely 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Ely for 2026-2027! We've gathered 63 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
Two multi-terrain community runs in Thompson offering 10 km and 5 km distances, medals and trophies, on-site facilities and proceeds supporting the local Millennium Green charity.
An element themed loop race at Thorpe Meadows offering lap-based distances from 5 km up to ultra, flexible start within a set window, and a collectible medal as part of the four-event Elements Series.
Trail race in Toppesfield on 04 Oct 2026 offering approx 10 miles and 6.2 miles on a self navigation route with no markings or marshals.
Trail races at Grafham Water offering marked 10k and half marathon routes around the reservoir with water stations, prizes and free digital race photos.
A circular 13.1 mile trail through Thetford Forest with mixed surfaces, wildlife views, cupless water stations, event photography and trophies for top finishers.
Guided 16k trail run at High Lodge in Thetford Forest with conversational pace, forest facts, running tips, parking charged £3 and an entry fee of £17.50.
Free community 5k trail run in The King's Forest, Bury Saint Edmunds with coffee, snacks and a nearby roaming sauna, organised by Run Vibes Events.
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.
A lap-based timed charity run in St Neots on a 5.3 km out and back course, held in partnership with a local school and the charity KiSS. Multiple distance options are available and Phoenix Running will donate five pounds from each entry to support Ki..
Ely Tri Club Runfest on 18 October 2026 offers multiple distances from 10 km to a 66 km ultra. Routes are mostly flat and traffic free with course maps, on-course food and drink, and a few obstacles such as steps and stiles.
A timed multi lap event at Ferry Meadows on a 5.3 km traffic free loop, run in 4 or 6 hour formats with an aid station each lap and HQ at the Lakeside Centre.
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.
An evening timed run at Riverside Park in St Neots on Halloween offering laps of a 5.3 km out and back course. Head torches are compulsory and all participants receive a finishers medal, with distances from one lap to ultra.
November 2026
Flat Fens route from Cambridge to Ely and Kings Lynn with marathon, 50 mile ultra, relay and 100 mile options plus GPS tracking and generous cut offs.
A lapped Remembrance Run at Ferry Meadows on a 5.3 km traffic-free loop, offered in 4- or 6-hour formats with an aid station each lap.
A lap-based timed run at Grafham Water as part of Phoenix Running's Elements Series. Laps are 5.3 km on mainly tarmac paths with distance options from 5 km to ultra and finisher medals for participants.
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.