Trail Running calendar near Blandford Forum 2026-2027

Trail races on 14 June 2026 in Cheddar Gorge and the Mendip Hills offer distances from 1 km to Marathon plus an Omnium multi event. Courses include marked trails, varied terrain, frequent feed stations and event medals for 6 km and longer.

Scenic trail races near Kingsclere, Hampshire offering marathon, half marathon and 10k on clearly marked single-lap routes with marshals and nearby parking.

A 10 km trail race on the private Lulworth Estate in south Dorset, combining a village fête atmosphere with a scenic, hilly course on chalk downland and woodland paths. Proceeds benefit the Coombe Keynes Trust.

Run as many 3.28 mile laps as you wish along the scenic Stroud Waterways canal. This flexible timed event caters to all distances from 5k to ultra marathon with a seven hour time limit and a relaxed start window.

Green Lantern is a mixed terrain event around Exeter following the Green Circle. Runners choose direction on entry and may do a 14.2 miles main route or a 9 miles Yellow Zone; both start together.

A community cross country 5km run and walk around Neptune and Paradise Wood with refreshments at The Plough and category awards across age groups. Walkers may bring dogs on leads and entries are limited to 250.

An eight mile trail on the South West Coast Path around Goodrington with coastal and woodland sections, Race HQ at Youngs Park, and a three hour cut off; finishers receive a bespoke medal and a treat.

A four evening summer series at Dinton Pastures with 5 km and 10 km races plus a 2 km kids event. Off road and traffic free, the series offers chip timing, finisher medals, instant results and on site first aid.

A series of coastal ultra races along the Jurassic Coast World Heritage site offering distances from 33 km to 105 miles, self navigation on the South West Coast Path, live GPS tracking and ITRA points for selected distances.

Experience the beauty of the South Downs National Park with distances ranging from 30km to a 100km nonstop ultramarathon. Enjoy fully supported trails passing historic landmarks and stunning coastal vistas near Chichester Harbour.

A weekend festival at the Pinkery Centre in Exmoor National Park with trail runs, long walks, a sunset swim, guest speakers, social evenings and film screenings, featuring distances from 1.5 km up to 30 miles.

MacTuffX Bristol on 20 June 2026 in Stoke Gifford pairs ten structured strength and carry Xercises with ten runs. Entrants can compete solo, in doubles or in five person relays with Classic and Double Distance options and an 18 plus age lim..

A 5 kilometre muddy obstacle course at The Common in Southampton, with staggered wave starts and a minimum fundraising target. Participants must be 13 or older and receive a fundraising pack and finisher medal.

A 5k obstacle course at The Downs in Bristol featuring muddy climbs, crawls and slides, organised in staggered waves. The event supports fundraising, includes refreshments and toilets, and has specific accessibility and travel arrangements.

Volunteer organised trail races on Horsell Common with family friendly distances from a 2 km kids race to a 21 km option. Proceeds support local charities and the event emphasises minimal environmental impact.

Umborne Ug is a multi-terrain 10 km run that starts and finishes at Umborne Village Hall near Colyton. The course is mostly off road with a scenic section on the private Widworthy Estate and proceeds support the village hall.

A functional fitness race in Poole on 21 June 2026 featuring ten exercises and repeated runs in solo, doubles, or five person relay formats, with standard and LITE weight divisions and a public leaderboard.

A 7-mile multi-terrain race on the Oakdale plateau that starts and finishes by wind turbines and loops the village of Manmoel. Selected as the second race in the East Wales Road Race Championships, with entry fees for UKA and non-affiliated..

Participate in a dual race orienteering event through the urban landscapes and parks of Poole. Compete in two sprint sessions to achieve a cumulative time for the South West Regional Sprint Championships.

Night Sugar is a summer evening fell race on Sugar Loaf near Llanwenarth with a 5.5 miles route and about 1,150 ft of ascent. Entry is limited to 140 via Fabian4, fee £7, age limit over 18, and chip timing is used.