Trail Running calendar near Axminster 2025-2026

Take a guided 30 mile run along the dramatic Jurassic Coast, passing Corfe Castle, Kimmeridge Bay and Old Harry Rocks. This hilly, non competitive adventure is ideal for experienced trail runners seeking scenic, supported miles.

Dartmoor In A Day is a supported adventure across wild moorland, offering a 50 km ultra or 30 km challenge with stunning tors, valleys and coastal views. Limited spaces, book early for GPS tracking and guided support.

Celebrate the 10th Dartmoor Volcano Race, a 10.5 mile trail challenge across rugged moorland with over 550 metres of ascent, river crossings and a volcano summit. Expect technical terrain, sweeping views and a festive finish line.

Experience the Isle of Wight Fell Race Series in Ventnor on 12 and 13 September 2026, with three scenic, challenging races from a 3.8 km junior climb to a 21 km classic. Organized by Ryde Harriers, the weekend hosts the SEAA Fell Running Ch..

The Relentless is a looped ultra near Bridgend on 18 September 2026 with 50 mile and 100 mile options over repeated 10 mile laps and big climbing. Limited to 25 runners per distance, the race features a well stocked hub for aid and crew.

Take on Trails & Tarmac Backyard Ultra in Crickhowell, a scenic 4.2 mile loop split between trail and tarmac. Run an hourly loop until you are the last runner standing, with medals awarded from 32 miles.

BigSky Trails concludes the Classic Element Trail Series, sending runners from Hyde Common across open plains and winding New Forest trails with wide horizon views. Choose 18 mile or marathon and take a bespoke medal or opt for a tree.

Race scenic trails at Margam Country Park with castle views on a 5K or 10K loop. Fully marked and marshalled with chip timing, water stations and a finisher medal, ideal for new and experienced runners.

Run through ancient woodland in the Forest of Dean at the Autumn Half Marathon starting and finishing at Speech House. This scenic 13 mile trail on well marked tracks supports local charities and awards a medal to every finisher.

Experience Cranborne Chase from Salisbury Racecourse on scenic undulating trails. Choose marathon, half marathon or 10k along ancient droves and woodland tracks, with parking, showers and a medal for every finisher.

Run the Dartmoor Way on 2 3 October 2026 with the Full Circle 100 or Granite 50, two rugged trail races across moorland, woods and green lanes. Big climbs, indoor checkpoints and a true off road challenge for experienced runners.

Tackle Dartmoor with the Full Circle 100 or the rugged Granite 51 mile eastern loop across Dartmoor National Park. Expect waymarked moorland, woodland and riverside trails, strong on support with GPS tracking and finishers medals.

Run a scenic multi terrain 10 mile course through Stover Country Park and Teigngrace, mostly off road, at Stover School, Newton Abbot on Sunday 4 October 2026. Limited to 325 entries and includes a 1 mile fun run and bespoke finisher medals..

Take on the South Hams Ultra on 10 and 11 October 2026, a stunning multi distance trail around South Hams with 100 miles, 44 miles or marathon options. Expect coastal views, estuaries, a ferry crossing and tough, rewarding terrain.

The The Maverick Jurassic Coast X-Trail will take place in Corfe Castle on Saturday 17 October 2026. This trail is organized by Maverick Race. You can run between 13 and 56 kilometers.

Blaze the Biblins is a lively 6 miles trail race through ancient woodland, riverside paths and historic ironworks, featuring climbs and technical single track. Enjoy prizes, a memento and post race tea and cake; entries are limited.

The North Coast 110 will take place in Combe Martin from Saturday 7 November 2026 to Sunday 8 November 2026. You can run between 38 and 110 miles.

Take on NIGHT DESCENT 32 Ultra, an overnight staged 32 miles around Bridgend split into four progressive stages. With aid stations, gear drop and a buzzing base camp, this event blends challenge and camaraderie under headlamp light.

Explore ancient woodland and open heath in the New Forest with 10 km, 17 km or 22 km trail options. Enjoy waymarked gravel paths, on course support and a finisher medal, and note water stations are plastic free so bring a reusable cup.

Take in coastal views on the Bournemouth Coastal TEN at Hengistbury Head, with 10mi and 10km traffic free routes along the seafront and Boscombe Pier. Enjoy chip timing, a finisher medal and post race refreshments.