Norfolk
Trail Running Calendar near Norfolk 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Norfolk for 2026-2027! We've gathered 28 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
Backyard Ultra at High Lodge, Thetford Forest, where runners complete a 4.167 mile loop each hour until one remains; 6 and 12 hour time limited options are available.
A multi-distance running event at Hockwold Hall with a 5.3 km loop through landscaped estate grounds and roaming peacocks, offering distances from 5k up to an ultra.
Guided 10 km trail run through High Lodge woodland with conversational-paced groups, trail-running tips, forest facts, and on-site parking for attendees.
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.
Trail running at Billingford Lakes on 27 Sept 2026 using a 5.3 km out-and-back loop on mixed surfaces. Parking and a base-camp aid station are provided; the event is cupless and all finishers receive a bespoke medal.
Run Sandringham on 27 September 2026 features a Half Marathon, 5K and Community Mile around the Sandringham Estate. The event includes chip timing for the Half and 5K, water stations, medical support and on site parking.
October 2026
A new 5 mile off road trail race at Cawston Park supporting Norfolk Lowland Search and Rescue with chip timing, water stations and fundraising for search equipment.
A circular 13.1-mile trail through Thetford Forest in October with mixed terrain, cupless water refill provision, eco-friendly medals and podium trophies.
Guided 16 km trail run at High Lodge in Thetford Forest with conversational pace, trail tips, varied woodland terrain, event fee £17.50 and parking charge £3.
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 pace, route tips, varied terrain and recommended trail shoe advice.
November 2026
Guided 16k trail run at High Lodge with forest facts, trail running tips, mixed terrain and parking available, event fee £17.50.
A chip timed 10K trail run through Breckland and Thetford Forest near Santon Downham on 15 November 2026, mainly off road with water stations and a bespoke finisher medal.
A guided 10 km group trail run at High Lodge in Thetford Forest, led at a conversational pace on mostly flat woodland trails with basic kit recommended.
December 2026
Guided 16k trail run at High Lodge in Thetford Forest with conversational pace groups, local forest facts, basic trail tips, varied woodland terrain, and a £3 parking charge.
A guided 10 km group trail run at High Lodge Thetford Forest on 27 December 2026, following mostly flat woodland trails at a conversational pace.
January 2027
A lapped multi terrain event at Brandon Country Park with a 5.3 km loop. Run as far as possible within a 4 or 6 hour window, with aid each lap, marshal support, and bespoke medal options.