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.
- Sat 20 Dec
- £27-£37.50
Christmas Canter
It's December, so what better way to finish the year than with a Christmas event? Follow the Windmill Way route on a distance of your choice - 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon or Ultra within 7 hours.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- Ultra run
- Sat 20 Dec
- £9.50
Santa Run Wales
Get your Santa suits, reindeer antlers, and elf ears ready — Christmas is Coming, and so is the most magical fun run of the year!
- Fun run
- 5K run
- Sat 20 Dec
- £19
Moel Famau Festive 'Piece of String' Race
A great chance to stretch your legs with this event on the last Saturday before Christmas, with a Canicross race going off before the main pack.
- Trail run
- CaniCross
- Sat 20 Dec
- £6-£22
Christmas Pudding Dash
Back for its 20th year, this cracking, undulating, muddy cross-country trail racing extravaganza would have Santa ditching his sleigh for running shoes!
- Fun run 2
- XC run
- Sat 20 Dec
- £20-£22
Rumble In The Jumble II
Welcome to a 6-hour timed running event where you can run a 5K all the way up to an ultra marathon on an out-and-back route within the time limit, with fuel stations, pick-and-mix medal and goody bag.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- Ultra run
- + 1 more race
- Sat 20 Dec
- £22
Calverley Chaos
Chaos on the Calverley Millennium Way. A 12km/7.5 mile trail race taking place on the fully marked Calverley Millennium Way footpath. Find out why it's Chaos...
- 12 km trail running + 600 ft ascent
- Sun 21 Dec
- £7-£22
Kent Christmas Cracker
Grab your running shoes and put on your Santa hat - it's time for this cracking Christmas race! Come and enjoy the spirit of Christmas and superb racing on this flat and fast course.
- Fun run 3
- Sun 21 Dec
- FREE-£25
Woodford Community Duathlon | December
Set amid rural Woodford with its picturesque scenery, this event has something to suit all abilities. It doesn't matter if you’re just starting your multisport journey or looking to smash a PB this co
- Super sprint duathlon
- Sprint duathlon
- Sun 21 Dec
- £32
Slow and Dirty
The ‘Slow and Dirty’ could actually be better described as the Fast and Clean, as its a very level 19k race along the hard surface of an old railway line.
- Trail run
- CaniCross
- Sun 21 Dec
- £18-£33
A Christmas Carol Bobble Hat Run | Wales
Come and join in at the Christmas Carol Bobble Hat Run in the picturesque Dare Valley in Wales! At this event you can earn yourself a bobble hat as well as one of the incredible themed medals!
- Road run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- + 3 more races
- Sun 21 Dec
- £18-£36
ATW Nottingham Holme Run
Organised by ATW Events, this fantastic, traffic-free event takes place at the scenic National Water Sports Centre in Nottingham, offering a perfect setting for runners of all abilities.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Thu 25 Dec
- £16-£35
Christmas Day Cracker Run
If you prefer to put on a pair of trainers rather than open presents, drink and eat Christmas dinner (or if you want to get a run in before you do all of that) then this is the event for you!
- Trail run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- + 3 more races
- Fri 26 Dec
- £16-£35
Boxing Day Challenge
Welcome to the 6-hour Boxing Day Challenge, where you can run the distance of your choice on an out-and-back route along the River Thames, with fuel stations, bespoke medal and goody bag.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- Ultra run
- + 1 more race
- Sat 27 Dec
- £16-£35
Year End Time Turner
Join the final event of the year and see it out with a bang! You can choose the medal you want from a selection from throughout the year!
- Trail run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- + 3 more races
- Wed 31 Dec
- £16-£35
River Thames Run
Welcome to a 6-hour timed running event where you can run a 5K all the way up to an ultra marathon on an out-and-back route within the time limit, with fuel stations, medal and goody bag.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- Ultra run
- + 1 more race
- Wed 31 Dec
- £28-£30
ATW St Albans New Years Eve 10K
Finish the year with a brand new PB and celebrate the arrival of a brand new year with a glass of fizz and a healthy twist at this New Year's Eve running extravaganza.
- 10 km road running + 92 ft ascent
- Wed 31 Dec
- £5-£10
Salcombe RNLI Resolution Fun Run
Join in for the Salcombe RNLI Resolution Fun Run — a 7km scenic trail run looping around the beautiful Snape’s Point and back.
- 7 km trail running + 350 ft ascent
- Thu 1 Jan 2026
- £16-£35
New Years Day Run
Kick off the year with a motivating run—5K, marathon, or 50K! Shake off festive indulgence, spark your New Year’s resolutions, and embrace the challenge together and start strong this day.
- Trail run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- + 3 more races
- Sat 3 Jan 2026
- £16-£35
Rhino Run
Welcome to a 6-hour timed running event where you can run a 5K all the way up to an ultra marathon on an out-and-back route within the time limit, with fuel stations, Rhino medal and goody bag.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- Ultra run
- + 1 more race
- Sun 4 Jan 2026
- £19-£24
Oundle New Year 10K & 5K
Kick start your New Year resolutions with this popular New Year race which is returning to the historic town of Oundle! Enjoy the beautiful Northamptonshire countryside and the crisp winter air.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Sun 4 Jan 2026
- £14-£41
Bridlington
Brace yourself for this out-and-back course starting on the cliffs at Sewerby and running along the front at Bridlington. The course is great underfoot. Then enjoy hot food at the Ship Inn.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- Sat 10 Jan 2026
- £8-£28
Dark Skies Surrey Hills
The Dark Skies returns for an undulating yomp through Surrey’s muddy, rolling hills and feature a thrilling 5K, 10K, 10 Mile, kids races and canicross with hot food and drinks, medals, kit and prizes.
- Fun run 2
- 5K run
- 10K run
- 10 miler
- CaniCross 2
- Sat 10 Jan 2026
- £16-£35
The Rise From The Ashes Run | South
Come and get involved in this Rise From The Ashes Run at The Last Hop in Staines, as long as you complete at least 3km you will be rewarded with one of the incredible phoenix medals!
- Trail run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- + 3 more races
- Sat 10 - Sun 11 Jan 2026
- £27.50-£80
Leeds Country Way Winter Ultras
Looking for a challenge to get you out during the dull winter days and embrace the fine British weather? Run one ultra, or run both consecutive days, and circumnavigate the city of Leeds.
- Ultra run 3
- Sat 10 Jan 2026
- £27-£31
Fitstuff G3 Run Series | Race 1
Take on a tough, award-winning trail run in the Surrey Hills and North Downs with a cracking sunrise, stop-in-your-tracks views and five-star reviews! No nonsense trail running.
- 10K run
- Trail run
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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.
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