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
- Sun 18 Oct
- £51.50
Brenig Way 50K Trail
This regional marked footpath of 32 miles winds it's way through some beautifully remote upland scenery. Start at the town of Corwen in the Dee Valley, and follow the signage up the Dee Valley.
- 50 km trail running + 1450 m ascent
- Sat 24 Oct
- £72
Thames Trail Ultra
This 47-mile point-to-point along England’s longest river is one of the most popular events in the British ultra running calendar, boasting an interesting route and top runner reviews.
- 47 miles trail running + 913 ft ascent
- Sun 25 Oct
- £37.50-£39.50
Wight Lines
Enjoy stunning coastal views on this flexible-distance run at Milford on Sea, following an out-and-back route beside Sturt Pond and the Isle of Wight — perfect for all abilities.
- 7 hrs trail running + 47 ft ascent
- Sun 25 Oct
- £35-£55
Stort30
A stunningly pretty 30-mile out-and-back ultra on the border of Hertfordshire and Essex along the River Stort and Lee navigation. A great first foray into ultra running or a fast competitive race.
- 30 miles trail running + 188 ft ascent
- Sat 7 Nov
- £31-£33
Dirt Half Challenge
Join hundreds of runners for an award-winning, off-road adventure through autumnal countryside. With woodland paths and canal-side tracks, it delivers challenge, beauty, and unbeatable vibes.
- 13.1 miles trail running + 581 ft ascent
- Sat 5 Dec
- £80-£120
St Edmund Way Ultra
Embark on a historic journey on enchanting Suffolk trails, ancient woodlands, and charming villages, where every step brings adventure, camaraderie, and the thrill of conquering a true ultra.
- 80 miles trail running + 2036 ft ascent
- Thu 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
- Sat 7 Feb
- £41.50
The Hardwick Hobble – Winter – Day 1
- 6 hrs trail running
- Sun 8 Feb
- £41.50
The Hardwick Hobble – Winter – Day 2
- 6 hrs trail running
- Sat 14 Feb
- £100
Trails & Tarmac Backyard Ultra - Winter
- 32 miles trail running
- Sat 14 Feb
- £23-£25
Whinlatter Moon Runner 10K Head Torch Trail Race
- 10 km trail running