Multi-terrain runs
Multi-terrain runs mix surfaces—tarmac, compact trail, park paths and the odd muddy section—so you get the best of road and off-road in one event. Use the filters to find a multi-terrain run near you, or browse upcoming races across the UK. Read more
Multi-terrain runs sit in the sweet spot between pure road races and full-on trail adventures. You’ll often start on firm ground, dip onto tracks and paths, then switch back again—great for runners who want variety without committing to technical terrain all day.
Because surfaces change, pacing changes too. Expect a more 'run smart' experience: steady effort, adaptable stride, and shoes that can handle a little of everything. Some events keep things friendly and fast with well-made paths, while others lean into rougher tracks for a bigger challenge.
Scroll the listings, switch to map view, and use date and region filters to pick an event that matches your goal—first multi-terrain run, a confidence-building stepping stone to trail, or a fun race-day mix-up.
Want to read more? Read the guides, tips and advice from our blog.
Got questions? Read our FAQs for answers.
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Map viewMulti-terrain runs 2026–2027
Discover multi-terrain runs near you and get ready for your next start line.
- Sun 8 Mar
- £20-£38
ATW Nottingham Holme Run
Join this fantastic experience on a completely flat course – perfect for achieving your personal best over a certified, accurate route, with free race photo, custom medal and friendly support!
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sun 8 Mar
- £12.50
Roddlesworth Roller
Spring into action at Roddlesworth with a punchy 9km trail challenge through blooming daffodils and scenic Lancashire countryside, with medal, food and drink for all finishers.
- 9 km trail running + 781 ft ascent
- Fri 13 - Sat 14 Mar
- £26
Supernova Run Kelpies 5K
Ready... Steady... GLOW! Expect to be swept away on a distinctly magical 5K experience as dusk falls on the home of two 30-metre high horses.
- 5K run 2
- Sat 14 Mar
- £24-£56
Spring Time Canal Canter
Fast, flat, PB-grabbing event on good trail and canal towpath with a bespoke medal and treats at the finish line. A range of distances to suit every level of runner.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- 10 miler
- Half marathon
- Trail run
- + 1 more race
- Sat 14 Mar
- £15-£35
The Sloth Scamper
Come and join in The Sloth Scamper, slow is the new fast and you can earn yourself a medal with an adorable sloth on to boot - anyone know what a group of sloths is called?
- Trail run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- + 3 more races
- Sat 14 Mar
- £33-£35
London Marathon Long Training Run | Day 2
Build marathon confidence on a fully supported long run, choosing your distance, fuelling every lap and training smart in a relaxed, friendly environment with likeminded runners.
- 7 hrs trail running
- Sun 15 Mar
- £10-£40
Donut Duathlon Spring
Kickstart your season with the Donut Duathlon — a fun, family-friendly, traffic-free event at Torbay Velopark with flat parkland runs, smooth tarmac cycling, and donuts for all!
- Sprint duathlon
- Super sprint duathlon
- Kids duathlon 4
- 5K run
- Sun 15 Mar
- £7-£34
Sherwood Pines 20 Mile, Half Marathon & 10K
Experience the thrill of racing through Sherwood Forest’s iconic canopy. This is a scenic, family-friendly event with distances for all.
- Fun run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Multi-terrain run
- Sun 15 Mar
- £20-£30
ATW Debden 10K and 5K
This disused airfield has a fast, flat, tarmac course with no sharp corners, and the surrounding tree cover makes for relatively still conditions on most days - but your PB or run stress-free.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Sun 15 Mar
- £16-£39
The Dashing Dog Charity Run | Wales
Come and join the Dashing Dog Charity run in the picturesque Dare Valley Country Park. Not only is the scenery beautiful but you will earn one of these awesome medals!
- Road run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- + 3 more races
- Sun 15 Mar
- £22-£38
Essex 20
The Essex 20 is held annually and is an ideal 20-mile race for the build-up to Marathon season, set over a 5-lap, flat, fast, tarmac course. Also hosting the Essex County Road Running Championships.
- Road run 2
- Sun 15 Mar
- €94-€160.95
Zurich Barcelona Marathon
The most magical road marathon in the world! A fast and monumental marathon with truly unique attractions in the 'world's best city'!
- 26.2 miles road running + 178 m ascent
- Sun 15 Mar
- £15-£45
GetPRO Bath Half
Run through traffic-free streets in the heart of Bath and experience the electric atmosphere on the course through the UK's only World Heritage City!
- 13.1 miles road running + 239 ft ascent
- Sun 15 Mar
- £30
Siren Craft Brew 10K
Run fast on a flat, traffic-free course, then celebrate properly with craft beer, live atmosphere and a buzzing brewery finish.
- 10 km multi terrain running + 87 ft ascent
- Sat 21 Mar
- £14
We Need To Talk About Chevin & Chevin is BS
To put simply, this is the worst possible scenario when touring the Chevin. We're talking a climb right out of the blocks to Surprise View, then down, up, down, up, up, up, then fly back.
- Fell run 2
- Sat 21 Mar
- £15-£35
The Flying Fox
Come and join The Flying Fox event! Are you as cunning and as quick as a fox and fancy showcasing your running skills?
- Trail run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- + 3 more races
- Sat 21 Mar
- £27-£38
Moo-rathon, Calf and Hen K
Marathon, Half and 10K! Join like-minded runners doing different distances, starting from the base camp of Hyde Hall Farm and encompassing the beautiful grounds around it.
- Multi-terrain run 2
- Sat 21 Mar
- £24-£56
Carry on in the Colliery
Take on lapped course through the stunning South Yorkshire Park country park of Rabbit Ings and reach the finish to hang your finisher's medal around your neck with pride.
- 10 miler
- Trail run 3
- Marathon
- CaniCross
- Ultra run
- Sat 21 Mar
- £10
Walk of Light London
As the sun sets, walk together and shine a light on blood cancer. Sign up today to walk 2.5km or 5km with your family and friends in Battersea Park.
- Charity walk 2
- Sat 21 Mar
- £15-£34
The Flying Fox | Northampton
Come and join in for The Flying Fox event! Are you as cunning and as quick as a fox and fancy showcasing your running skills?
- Trail run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- + 3 more races
- Sat 21 Mar
- £39.50
Moel Famau Walking Marathon
Welcome to the Moel Famau Walking Marathon! The magical distance of 26.2 miles on the region's most popular hill - providing a marathon event that is achievable for all hill walkers.
- 26.2 miles walking + 2000 m ascent
- Sat 21 Mar
- £33-£35
London Marathon Long Training Run | Day 3
Build marathon confidence on a fully supported long run, choosing your distance, fuelling every lap and training smart in a relaxed, friendly environment with like-minded runners.
- 7 hrs trail running
- Sun 22 Mar
- £28-£38
ATW Run Fest at Lee Valley
Smash your personal best on a traffic-free, flat and fast course from the White Water Centre and into surrounding beautiful regional parkland with a custom-designed medal for finishers.
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sun 22 Mar
- £15-£25
Blackpool Junior & Senior Aquathlon
Fancy a swim followed by a run? Then this event is for you. It’s an excellent venue and the perfect opportunity to give something new a try.
- Kids aquathlon 4
- Sprint aquathlon 2
- Sun 22 Mar
- £17-£40
The Dashing Dog Charity Run
Come and join in for Dashing Dog Charity run along the picturesque River Thames, not only is the scenery beautiful and you will earn one of the awesome medals!
- Road run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- + 3 more races
Multi-terrain runs blog
Guides, tips and advice on mixed-terrain running.
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The best events in every UK National Park
The UK's National Parks provide incredible outdoor playgrounds - these are the runs, bike rides and swims to help you make the most of these epic spaces.
- 10 mins read
The best trail runs this summer
Head off-road and into a world of epic trail running this summer, exploring the mountains, forests and coastlines of the UK.
Multi-terrain running FAQs
Answers to the most common questions about multi-terrain and mixed-terrain runs.
A multi-terrain run is a race that combines more than one surface type—typically road plus off-road paths such as trail, park tracks, towpaths or woodland routes. The mix varies by event, so check the listing details before choosing shoes and pacing.
Most runners do best in road-to-trail or light trail shoes with decent grip but not aggressive lugs. If the route is mostly tarmac, road shoes can work. If it’s wet, muddy or includes rough tracks, lean trail.
Yes—many mixed-surface races use well-made paths and gentle gradients, making them a brilliant first step beyond road running. Use the filters to find shorter distances and 'beginner-friendly' events where available.
Multi-terrain runs mix surfaces (often including road sections), while trail runs are typically off-road for most or all of the route. If you want predominantly off-road events, browse our trail runs page.
They can—multi-terrain races build adaptable pacing and confidence on changing surfaces. If you’re ready for steeper routes and more navigation-led challenges, explore mountain marathons.
Multi-terrain runs near you
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