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
- Sun 25 Oct
- £26-£37
Running Tribe Races | Oct
A new and unique concept where you decide how many loops you feel capable of on the day from 10km up to an ultra marathon! Push yourself further or go easy.
- 1 day multi terrain running
- 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 7 Nov
- £27.50
Dark Dorset 10
The Dark Dorset 10 is an exciting new event that offers runners the chance to pluck up the courage to do a twilight 10K through Dorset's most haunted parish.
- 10 km trail running
- Sat 14 Nov
- £61.50
The Anglesey 3 Peaks Run Challenge
Run the three peaks of Anglesey: a guided 55km ultra linking the island’s highest summits on spectacular coastal and inland trails, finishing at beautiful Lligwy Beach.
- 55 km trail running
- Sun 15 Nov
- £20
Meanwood Holly Hustle
A fast, fun-packed forest trail run with some challenging uphills and rewarding downhills! Starting in Meanwood, the run takes in some of the best trails that Leeds has to offer over a 10.5km route.
- 10.5 km trail running + 644 ft ascent
- Tue 24 Nov
- £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 28 Nov
- £35-£60.50
Loggerheads Half Marathon
Take on a scenic, looped, North Wales trail challenge with varied terrain, lots of support through Loggerheads Country Park, and the option to race solo or in a three-person relay.
- 13.1 miles trail running
- Sat 28 Nov
- £26-£37
Running Tribe Races | Nov
A new and unique concept where you decide how many loops you feel capable of on the day from 7km up to an ultra marathon! Push yourself further or go easy.
- 1 day multi terrain running
- Sun 29 Nov
- £45
Serpent Trail Ultra Run
Starting and finishing in Haslemere, this guided run features some of the best parts of the Serpent Trail and the Sussex Border Path.
- 30 miles trail running
- Sat 5 Dec
- £19
Box Hill Vertical KM
Climb from valley to summit on a guided hill-challenge up Box Hill and surrounding area, tackling steep woodland trails and gritty elevation in one of southern England’s toughest guided trail runs.
- 12.5 miles trail running + 1000 m 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
- Sat 12 Dec
- £26-£37
Running Tribe Races | Dec
A new and unique concept where you decide how many loops you feel capable of on the day from 7km up to an ultra marathon! Push yourself further or go easy.
- 1 day multi terrain running
- Sun 20 Dec
- £14
Santa Dash
The jolliest run of the year! A festive 4-mile fancy dress race that’s all about fun, community and getting people moving.
- 4.18 miles trail running + 778 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 9 Jan 2027
- £85
Country to Capital Ultra
A fabulous 43-mile point-to-point race, well established as the season opener to the Ultra race calendar and always sells out. From the countryside along the Grand Union Canal into London.
- 43 miles trail running + 1404 ft ascent
- Sun 10 Jan 2027
- £19
Vale of Clwyd 5K
The route is exactly 5K, multi-terrain in nature, with a nice mix of minor road and trail to make for an interesting run in lovely surroundings, with fantastic views. Chip timing, prizes and medal!
- 5 km multi terrain running
- Sat 23 Jan 2027
- £19
Dalby Forest Headtorch Challenge
Race along secluded singletrack and forest trails, many rarely used and opened exclusively for this event. Headtorch racing adds fun and challenge — expect mud and adventure.
- 5.13 miles trail running + 738 ft ascent
- Sun 7 Feb 2027
- £70
Peddars Way Ultra
A 48-mile route through historical Suffolk and Norfolk, starting from Knettishall Heath Nature reserve and running north to Holme-next-the-Sea on the Norfolk Coast.
- 48 miles trail running + 1923 ft ascent
- Sun 28 Feb 2027
- £70
St Peters Way Ultra
42 miles of footpath meandering through the historic countryside of Essex in an easterly direction towards the coast, along an ancient pilgrimage route dating back to the 7th century!
- 42 miles trail running + 2117 ft ascent