Trail running races & ultra marathons
Welcome to the trails.
Runaway Racing has been organising trail running events since 2017, including seven annual ultra marathons such as the popular Chiltern Ridge 50K.
We focus on creating friendly and exciting races on challenging trail routes around the UK.
The 2025 edition of The Ridgeway Challenge has been selected as the British Trail Running Championships, Ultra Distance event.
First, second and third place in both the women's and mens events will be awarded Gold, Silver and Bronze British Athletics Medals. Age Group prizes are awarded in five year categories from V35 all the way up to V80+.
Trail Running races in the Chiltern Hills
The Chiltern Hills National Landscape is a idyllic part of the world, packed full of dense woodland trails, ridge-line views and quaint villages - Check out our 9 events in the area 👇
- 1. Chiltern Ridge Classic 50K5th AprilA point to point ultra from Berkhamsted to Wendover.
- 2. Chiltern Hills 100K26th AprilAn epic circular route in the east Chilterns.
- 3. The Ridgeway Challenge31st MayRun the entire trail (139km) from start to finish in under 28 hours.
- 4. Dunstable Downs Half22nd JuneUndulating route along a stunning chalk ridgeline.
- 5. Chiltern Ridge Half6th JulyA classic race spanning the trails between Wendover and Princes Risborough.
- 6. Hughenden Valley 10K & Half19th JulyA variety of hills, ancient woodland and single track trails.
- 7. Race the Light 5K & 10K1st AugUndulating woodland trails at their very best.
- 8. North Chilterns 50K12th OctDiscover a hidden gem in the Chilterns.
- 9. Chiltern Ridge Winter 50K8th NovA cracking loop from Berkhamsted.
Our Trail Running Races
Ranging from 10K to 100K+ ultra marathons, all our races take place on the trails in the beautiful English countryside.
Chiltern Hills 100K
A 100K ultra marathon along the best and most loved trails within the Chiltern Hills.
The Ridgeway Challenge
An 86-mile (139km) point-to-point trail running race along the entire length of The Ridgeway National Trail.
Tewinbury Trail 5K & 10K
A trail 5K & 10K race at the delightful Tewinbury Farm & Hotel just north of Welwyn in Hertfordshire.
Dunstable Downs Half Marathon
A rugged half marathon along the chalk ridge trails at National Trust's Dunstable Downs Estate.
Chiltern Ridge Half Marathon
An epic half marathon along The Ridgeway National Trail between Wendover & Princes Risborough in Buckinghamshire.
Hughenden Valley Half Marathon
Our half marathon distance is back in 2025! Take on our amazing route around the National Trust's Hughenden Manor and surrounding woodlands.
Hughenden Valley 10K
Our popular 10K route around the National Trust's Hughenden Manor estate near High Wycombe.
Race The Light at Wendover Woods
Join us for an exciting Friday evening trail run at Wendover Woods, raising funds for the amazing Chilterns Neuro Centre charity.
Suffolk Coastal Path 50K
Run the stunning Suffolk Coastal Path from Lowestoft to Aldeburgh.
Wild Run - Cotswolds
Race through the wild, secluded forests of Wychwood at the stunning Cornbury Park in Oxfordshire.
North Chilterns 50K
Experience the magical North Chiltern trails, packed with ridgeline running and views for miles.
Chiltern Ridge Winter 50K
An autumn/winter edition of our classic Chiltern Ridge race, following a specially designed looped course perfect for the time of year.
Chiltern Hills Invitational
Our end of season 10K trail running championship event at Wendover Woods.
Greensand Country 50K
A stunning single loop 50K ultra marathon around the Greensand Country trails in Bedfordshire.
Chiltern Ridge Classic 50K
An iconic ultra marathon in the Chilterns, traversing the stunning ridgeline trails between Ivinghoe Beacon & Whiteleaf.
Superb information before we got there. The people at the aid stations were incredible well done to all involved. Brilliant event 👍
Nick
Suffolk Coastal Path 50K, 2023
Loved this race! Amazingly organised and the course is beautiful! My first half marathon race and I could not recommend it enough!"
Hannah
Chiltern Ridge Half, 2023
Chiltern Hills 100K
26th April 2025 | 100K, 1800m+
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