Trail Running calendar near Bath 2026-2027

A 10 mile multi terrain fell race around Castle Drogo under FRA rules, with about 1760 ft climb, cupless water stations at Fingle Bridge and the finish, wooded and river sections and a half mile climb on the Hunters Path.

MoRunning at Southampton Common offers chip timed 1.5k, 5k, 10k and a half marathon with medals, finisher headbands and on-site race facilities. The course mixes paths, trails and grass and is dog friendly and buggy usable.

A Movember charity run at Ashton Court Park offering 1.5k, 5k, 10k and half marathon options with chip timing, medals and headbands, mixed path and trail terrain, some hilly sections, and on course refreshments.

Saturn Running holds the Smurf Run along the River Thames at Wraysbury on 15 November 2026. The seven hour Time Challenge starts from 3 km laps and includes finisher medals, distance pins, aid stations and goody bag options.

A marathon and half marathon on hilly, often muddy trails in the northern Cotswolds. The event is TRA licensed and run under UK Athletics rules; minimum age 18 and entries are open.

A trail event in the Meon Valley with 15.5, 21.5 and 40 mile options on the South Downs Way and surrounding paths. Routes are largely trail, include stocked checkpoints and are waymarked with GPX files available.

Night trail running from Corfe Castle in Dorset with three marked routes (15 km, 11 km, 5 km). Mixed underfoot conditions, ridge and single-track sections, one outpost on the long route, and facilities including food, toilets and a finisher..

Riverside trail run from Alexandra Gardens in Windsor along the Thames with two distances, chip timing, water stations, and finishers' medals.

A half day 10 km trail run in the Chiltern Hills followed by a Tring Brewery tour with tasting and a choice of a bottle or a pint.

An underground marathon at UCAP BUNKER near Portsmouth on 21 November 2026. The multi lapped route runs through low tunnels, has a six and a half hour cut off, and requires a headtorch and cycle helmet.

The Smurf Run at Dare Valley Country Park is a seven hour Time Challenge on well maintained park paths, with distances from 3 km up to 50 km. Finishers receive themed medals, distance pins and a goody bag with vegan options.

Night time looped trail run at Moors Valley Country Park on 21 November 2026 with 10 km, 20 km or 30 km options, compulsory headtorch and free main car park; runners can choose a tree planting option instead of a medal.

Wet, muddy trail races at Spider Hill, Long Valley offering a single-lap 10 km and a shorter 5 km with marshes, named water features and multiple climbs.

Scenic 10 mile off road trail race in the New Forest hosted by Totton Running Club with medals, water stations, parking and trophies for overall and age category winners.

An off road hill race around Brent Knoll in Somerset on 22 November 2026, roughly 6 miles with a steep summit climb and muddy trails. Facilities at the BASC sportsground include parking, toilets, refreshments and a limited bag drop.

Guided *10 km* trail run around the Devil's Punchbowl in Hindhead, Surrey, with hills, views and group navigation. Events take place at dusk or at night with headtorches and cost £22 per person.

A night time off-road 10 km race at The Wyre Forest with compulsory torches, canicross allowed, medals for all finishers and prizes for the top three men and women. Early reduced fee for the first 20 entries.

A short fell race of 5.7 km with 485 m of climb on Blorenge near Llanfoist, Abergavenny. Mostly unmarked up-and-down route with steep technical terrain; basic navigation and full kit are recommended.

Two trail distances on 28 November 2026 around Machen, featuring wooded single track, ridgeway exposure and steep climbs. The half course is fully marked while the marathon requires self navigation with marshals at key points.

A guided 30 mile trail run from Haslemere that follows sections of the Serpent Trail and Sussex Border Path, aimed at runners attempting an ultra for the first time. Group pace, varied terrain, cost £55.