Trail Running calendar near Axmouth 2025-2026

Join a guided 30 mile trail run around the Isle of Purbeck, tackling very hilly coastal paths and 1400 m of ascent through iconic spots like Corfe Castle and Old Harry Rocks. This non competitive group run is scenic, challenging and social.

Run a scenic 30 mile ultra around the Rhymney Valley Ridgeway in South East Wales, with ridge top views, trails and woodland. Staffed checkpoints, no time limits and post race care make this a welcoming challenge.

Take on Dartmoor In A Day 2026 on Saturday 5 September and choose a 50 km ultra or 30 km challenge across wild moorland and stunning tors. With guided support, checkpoints and a festive finish, it is a true Dartmoor adventure.

Celebrate the 40th Haytor Heller on Dartmoor, a challenging 6 mile off road loop from Haytor Rock. Expect steep climbs, fast descents, woodland stretches and a stream crossing for a classic moorland race.

Take on the Saints Way Challenge & Ricochet in Looe on 5 September 2026, choosing 28 or 56 mile ultras along Cornwall's scenic Saints Way trail. Expect stocked feed stations, live GPS tracking and finisher medals, with a mandatory kit list.

Join the Carnival Chase at Warminster Town Park by the boating lake for scenic country lane and trail races. Choose a 10K, 3K or 1.2K family, wheelchair and buggy fun run, with medals for all and prizes across categories.

The The Beast will take place in Corfe Castle on Sunday 6 September 2026. You can run 13 miles.

Join the 10th Dartmoor Volcano Race on Saturday 12 September 2026 for a rugged 10.5 mile all trail course from Scorriton. Technical rocky and boggy ground, big climbs and river crossings promise a true moorland challenge.

Tackle The Relentless in Bridgend, a tough looped ultra on 18 September 2026 offering 50 miles (5 loops) or 100 miles (10 loops) with big support, crew zones and drop bag access each lap. Limited to 25 runners per distance so book early.

BigSky Trails on 20 Sept 2026 invites runners to airy high New Forest routes as the finale of the Classic Element series. Pick 18 miles, marathon or 50k ultramarathon across open plains and winding woods on fully marked, marshalled routes.

Looped trail running at Avon Tyrrell in the New Forest, circling a Grade I listed manor on technical forest trails that blend scenery and challenge. Pick your distance on the day from 5K to ultramarathon and earn a finisher medal.

Tackle the Saints & Smugglers 100 Mile Challenge Part Deux in Looe, Cornwall on 26 to 27 September 2026, a coastal 100 mile route with about 18,000 ft of climbing and a 39 hour cutoff. Supported with GPS tracking, ferry crossings and checkp..

Run the spectacular Wales coast on marked trails through the Gower Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with beaches, cliffs and salt marshes as your backdrop. Choose 23, 34 or 50 mile routes and enjoy checkpoints, finish food and a medal.

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.

Race on the Chase features marathon, half marathon and 10k routes across rolling chalk downland, woodland and ancient sites in Martin Down, finishing at Salisbury Racecourse. Every finisher gets a medal and the top three men and women win t..

Two rugged trail races circle Dartmoor on 2 to 3 October 2026, with 100 mile and 51 mile options across moorland, trails and lanes. Expect technical terrain, night running and changeable autumn weather, with checkpoint support and required..

Tackle Dartmoor on this supported trail challenge through moorland, woods and riverside trails with 100 miles or 51 miles options. Checkpoints, on course support and epic scenery make it a must for experienced trail runners.

Run to the Sea Bournemouth is a scenic 50 km point to point ultramarathon that threads forest trails and coastal paths to a seafront finish at Hengistbury Head. Enjoy a fully signed route, regular feed stations and a bespoke medal on 3 Oct..

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..