Trail Running calendar near Blandford Forum 2026-2027

Trail running near Swanage Dorset on 13 June 2026 with 23 km, 13 km and 7 km coastal routes featuring rocky terrain and notable elevation. Outposts offer snacks and self served water and toilets are at the start and finish area.

A community running day at Neroche Primary School on 13 June 2026 featuring chip-timed 5 km and 10 km courses, a children’s fun run, medals and prizes, with proceeds supporting the school PFA.

A day of off road races at Cheddar Gorge with distances from 1 km to marathon and a multi-event Omnium, set on marked routes through the Mendip Hills and gorge cliffs.

The Hampshire Hoppit is a scenic trail event on Watership Down with marathon, half marathon and 10K options on 14 June 2026. Enjoy rolling chalk downland, sweeping county views, marshalled trails, feed stations and a finishers medal.

Run a scenic 10 km trail through the historic Lulworth Estate, across chalk downland and through woodland with views of the Jurassic Coast. Expect about 175 m of ascent, off road paths, water stations and a cosy cafe with homemade cakes at..

A weekend of self-navigated trail races along the Jurassic Coast with distances from 33 km to 105 miles, live GPS tracking, aid stations and ITRA/UTMB index points for several distances.

Race to the King is a scenic trail ultramarathon on 20 June 2026 from West Dean Gardens, following the South Downs Way, Monarch's Way and coastal sections around Chichester Harbour with castle and sea views. Distances from 30 to 100 km with..

Experience a multi day running and walking festival at the Pinkery Centre on Exmoor, with trail runs, long walks, evening talks, films and social gatherings over a June weekend near the summer solstice. Routes suit families to ultra runners..

Tackle scenic off road trails at The Martian Race on Horsell Common, with 2 km, 5 km, 10 km and 21 km options for all abilities. Volunteer run and charity focused, this popular event blends nature, challenge and community spirit.

A multi terrain 10k around Umborne Village Hall near Colyton, mostly off road with a scenic section on the private Widworthy Estate. The event includes marshals, midrace water provision and prizes, with proceeds supporting the village hall.

Run the Seasons at Cowdray on 26 June offers scenic 5km and 10km routes plus kids and caniRun options across polo lawns, Cowdray Ruins and the South Downs. Finishers get unique stacking medals, free photos and a BBQ, bar and prize hampers.

An evening 10 kilometre race along the River Exe organised by Exeter City Community Trust, run on a traffic free and flat course. The event includes on course support, finisher medals and options to run with a charity place.

A trail running event on 27 June 2026 at Cranleigh Showground with five routes from 5 km to 52 km across the Surrey Hills and North Downs Way. Outposts provide food and self serve water; some long routes require specific mandatory kit.

Gravel Rush Run in Winchester on 27 June 2026 features a 21 km half marathon and a 10 km race at Matterley Estate. Entry fees are listed per participant and a 3% administration charge is added to all entries.

Run scenic off road trails through the Thames Valley at the RunThrough Marlow Trail Run, with 5K, 10K and half marathon options. Enjoy chip timing, a themed medal, free race photos and a lively event village with food and drinks.

Tackle the Hangers Way 50K, a point to point trail through Hampshire woodlands and rolling grassland, visiting picturesque villages like Selborne. Enjoy a fully signed route, a 9 hour cut off and option to plant a tree instead of a medal.

A range of measured races on the flat, traffic free Tarka Trail near Barnstaple, with family activities at Woolmers Farm and UK Athletics course certification.

Guided 10 km trail run around the Devil's Punchbowl in Hindhead, with summer sunset runs and headtorch group night runs in darker months. Social pace, great views and the chance to try trail gear.

A 30 mile ultra marathon based in Abergavenny with about 5,446 ft of elevation, mostly on trail and including a climb over the Sugar Loaf. The route has three fully stocked checkpoints and downloadable maps on plotaroute.com.

A multi-distance trail running event on 4 July 2026 around the South Downs, based at Petersfield Rugby Club. Distances range from 10 km to 100 km, with coach transport included and camping plus food available.