Beginner-friendly Trail runs in UK
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- Sun 7 Jun
- £25
Crackpots Trail Run
The award-winning 10km-ish trail run is back for a fourth year and takes in quiet country lanes, off-road trails, moorland and rivers within Nidderdale AONB as part of the annual village Family Fete.
- 11 km trail running + 193 m ascent
- Sat 6 - Sun 7 Jun
- £39-£199
Lake District Ultra Challenge
Take on England’s finest countryside at your own pace with stunning views all the way, featuring the Garburn Pass, historic Ambleside, a halfway point by Lake Windermere, forests and nature reserves.
- Trail run 2
- 50K ultra run 2
- 100K ultra run 2
- Marathon
- Sat 6 Jun
- £53.50
The Llangollen 50K
A truly beautiful area of North Wales! The route uses two way-marked 15-mile linear routes either side of the river, to create a spectacular, challenging excursion in and above the valley.
- 50 km trail running + 5435 ft ascent
- Sun 7 Jun
- £25
Crackpots Trail Run
The award-winning 10km-ish trail run is back for a fourth year and takes in quiet country lanes, off-road trails, moorland and rivers within Nidderdale AONB as part of the annual village Family Fete.
- 11 km trail running + 193 m ascent
- Sat 13 - Sun 14 Jun
- £39-£199
Cotswold Way Ultra Challenge
Challenge yourself in the rolling hills of the Cotswolds featuring the Cotswold Way itself, villages, footpaths and trails with fabulous views on route plus full support and hospitality.
- Trail run 2
- Ultra run 4
- 100K ultra run
- 10K run
- Fri 26 Jun
- £113-£115
Kent Backyard Ultra | Round Four: Bedgebury
Series finale on wide forest gravel through Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest. Run a loop (a 'yard') every hour, on the hour, until only one runner remains. Miss the bell, and you're out.
- 1 day trail running
- Wed 1 Jul
- £16
Devils Punchbowl 10K
Explore sweeping heathland and woodland trails on a guided 10K run through the dramatic landscapes of the Devil’s Punch Bowl, one of the most striking natural amphitheatres in Surrey.
- 10 km trail running
- Sat 4 - Sun 5 Jul
- £49-£199
Peak District Ultra Challenge
From the idyllic basecamp hub in Bakewell, charity challengers will head into the fabulous Peak District National Park on a route from 10 miles right up to the full 100km with full support!
- Ultra run 3
- 100K ultra run 2
- Trail run 2
- Tue 7 Jul
- £16
Thursley Common 10K
Explore peaceful heathland trails on a guided run through Thursley National Nature Reserve, weaving through rare landscapes of open heath, boardwalks and woodland in the Surrey Hills.
- 10 km trail running
- Fri 10 Jul
- £33.30-£39
Swan Challenge
Choose your distance and lap the scenic trails of Coombe Abbey Park at the Swan Challenge, a flexible endurance run where you decide how far to go.
- 6 hrs trail running
- Fri 10 Jul
- £15.30-£19
Summer 10K
Kick off your summer with a relaxed evening 10K through the beautiful trails of Coombe Abbey Park, running woodland paths, meadows and grassy fields on a fun after-work race.
- 10 km trail running
- Sun 12 Jul
- £30
Race the Train - Bury to Rawtenstall
Race a heritage steam train from Bury to Rawtenstall in this fast, point-to-point road challenge along the Irwell Valley, where speed, timing and spectacle collide.
- 10.24 miles trail running + 634 ft ascent
- Sat 25 - Sun 26 Jul
- FREE-£280
Ultra X Wales
Nestled in the hills of the Brecon Beacons, run or walk through wild hills on marked, rugged trails, with big views and remote landscapes in a supportive, adventure-focused trail running experience.
- Ultra run 4
- Multi-terrain run 2
- Sat 25 Jul
- £330
Rat Race 100 Ultramarathon
The 100-mile ultra for people who don't do 100-mile ultramarathons. Walk or run from Edinburgh Castle to Glamis within 48 hours, fully supported.
- 100 miles trail running + 4853 ft ascent
- Sat 1 Aug
- £20-£65
She Strides Ultra 50K
West Yorkshire’s very first female-only ultra-marathon! Travelling through woodlands and open moorland, this scenic route passes through Hebden Bridge and Haworth as well as other areas of beauty.
- 50 km trail running + 5000 ft ascent
- Sat 1 Aug
- From £100
Scouts Honour Backyard Ultra
Runners complete two off-road loops through fields and woodland, starting a new loop every hour on the hour. Complete the loop in time, and you start again, until there's one last man standing!
- 4.17 miles trail running
- Sat 8 Aug
- £56-£100
ATW Odyssey12
The ATW Odyssey 12hr Run is more than just a running event, its a journey of self-discovery through the beautiful multi-terrain footpaths around St Neots.
- 12 hrs trail running
- Sat 5 Sep
- £45
Jurassic Coast Ultra Run
Starting and finishing by the beach of Studland Bay, this challenging and hilly 30 mile guided ultra run will take you on a wonderful tour of the Jurassic Coast and Isle of Purbeck.
- 30 miles trail running
- Tue 8 Sep
- £16
Silent Pool 10K
Join this stunning guided trail run from the famous Silent Pool, a place admired by poet Alfred Tennyson, considered sacred, haunted, and home to the gin distillery.
- 10 km trail running
- Fri 11 - Sun 13 Sep
- £39-£199
Thames Path Ultra Challenge
England’s greatest river provides a fantastic backdrop for an unforgettable 'festival' challenge weekend, with distances from 10km right up to 100km there’s a Thames Challenge for everyone!
- 100K ultra run 2
- 50K ultra run 2
- Trail run 4
- Ultra run
- 10K run
- + 4 more races
- Sat 12 - Sun 13 Sep
- FREE-£270
Ultra X England
From rolling hills to woodland paths, this is an opportunity to test endurance, build trail confidence and enjoy a professionally supported experience designed for runners and walkers alike.
- Ultra run 4
- Multi-terrain run 2
- Sun 13 Sep
- £38.50
Cheshire 3 Peaks Half Marathon
This event takes in some of Cheshire's finest country, and certainly its highest! Summit Tegg's nose, Shuttlingsloe and Shining Tor with views, diverse terrain and finisher medal.
- 13.1 miles trail running + 847 m ascent
- Sun 20 Sep
- £37.50-£39.50
Something to Talk About
Set in the heart of the beautiful New Forest, with a Grade I listed 'calendar' manor house as the backdrop, this is a technical trail loop suitable for all abilities.
- 7 hrs trail running + 404 ft ascent
- Wed 30 Sep
- £34.20-£40
Kingfisher Challenge
Mature woodland, waterways and open grassland - it’s simply trail running perfection! Run as many 5K laps as you wish in the time limit, then receive your well-deserved medal, flapjack and beer.
- 6 hrs trail running
- Sat 3 Oct
- £45
North Downs Way Ultra Run
Follow ancient trails on a guided run along the North Downs Way plus Box Hill, tackling rolling hills and woodland paths with expansive views across southern England’s historic long-distance route.
- 30 miles trail running
- Sat 10 Oct
- £86
Fortitude Ultra | Pippingford
10 Hours • 10 Laps • You vs You. You will be awarded an event medal and coloured finisher's shirt based on your ability to complete 10 laps of the 3-mile, 4-mile or 5-mile loops in the given time.
- 10 hrs trail running + 1824 ft ascent