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 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 - Tue 31 Mar
- FREE
Walk for Water
Challenge yourself to walk 155km or 5km a day this March, and raise funds to make sure no woman or girl is held back by a lack of clean water.
- 31 days walking
- Sat 21 - Tue 31 Mar
- FREE
Light the Way
Host a Light the Way walk between 1 and 31 March 2026 and feel the glow as you shine a light for Missing People. It's free to enter and you can win a free glowstick, beanie, torch and t-shirt too!
- 1 day walking
- Sat 21 Mar
- £25
Surrey Hills Half Marathon
Explore the beauty of the Surrey Hills on a guided trail half marathon through the scenic Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with woodland trails, hills and sweeping views.
- 13 miles trail running
- 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
- Sun 22 Mar
- £7-£39
Hastings Half Marathon
This is the race you'll want to keep racing, year after year. Explore the delights of the Hastings Half Marathon as it twists and turns through the historic town of Hastings and beyond.
- Fun run
- Half marathon
- Sun 22 Mar
- £15-£34
Pop-Up Lucky Dip Medal Run | Northampton
Come and join the Pop-Up Lucky Dip Medal Run! Do any distance from 3km up and then choose an incredible lucky-dip medal.
- Trail run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- + 3 more races
- Sun 22 Mar
- £45
The Hospice Half Marathon
Run a half marathon on the island of Jersey from St Ouen in the west to the capital, St Helier, in the south along a fantastically flat and scenic course with a 5K downhill into the finish!
- 13.1 miles road running + 106 m ascent
- Sun 22 Mar
- £32-£34
Hillingdon 20
The Hillingdon 20, (formerly the Finchley 20), is the longest-running 20-mile race in the UK. A hilly 20 mile road race, an ideal build-up to the London or other spring marathons.
- 20 miles road running + 738 ft ascent
- Sun 22 Mar
- £36.99-£42.99
Paisley Half Marathon
Be part of history as Paisley hosts its very first half marathon, boasting closed roads, historic streets, landmarks and a great atmosphere to boot!
- 13.1 miles road running
- Sun 22 Mar
- £35-£37
Devizes Half Marathon
Run the Devizes Half Marathon and experience medieval streets, the iconic Caen Hill locks and Wiltshire’s stunning countryside in one unforgettable 13.1-mile challenge.
- 13.1 miles road running + 620 ft ascent
- Tue 24 Mar
- £18.90-£23
Petzl Night Trails 10K | Salcey Forest
Salcey Forest in the dark with just your head torch to lead the way? The best Friday night there is!
- 10K run
- CaniCross
- Tue 24 Mar
- £37.80-£44
Elephant Challenge & Canicross
Run as many 3.5-mile loops through the forest as you want within the 6-hour time limit, at the award-winning Salcey Forest.
- Fixed time runs
- CaniCross
- Tue 24 - Sat 28 Mar
- £1,995
Ultra X Sahara
Set deep in the Chegaga region of the Moroccan Sahara, this multi-stage route crosses towering dunes, wide open sands and rugged desert terrain under sun-baked skies, testing grit and resolve.
- 5 days multi terrain running
- Tue 24 Mar
- £16
Hankley Common 10K
As seen in James Bond and Avengers! Take your own slice of the action on a stunning guided trail run jam-packed with interest in an area home to an abundance of rare wildlife.
- 10 km trail running
- Sat 28 Mar
- £15-£35
Milkshake Meander
"My milkshake brings all the boys to the yard"... not quite sure where we're going with this but come and join this fantasic Milkshake Meander event!
- Trail run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- + 3 more races
Multi-terrain runs blog
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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.
Multi-terrain runs near you
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