Trail Running calendar near Bournemouth 2026-2027

A timed, lap format run along The Itchen Way in Winchester with a professionally measured, permitted course. Runners may complete multiple 2.62 mile laps up to ultra distance and receive a bespoke finisher's medal and aid station provisions..

Experience the scenic beauty of the South Downs Way with trail races starting from Queen Elizabeth Country Park. Choose between three distances featuring woodland paths and panoramic views across Hampshire and Sussex.

A daytime trail event at Denbies Wine Estate in the Surrey Hills offering marathon, half marathon, 10K with canic races and 1K/2K kids races; the marathon requires self navigation and all checkpoints must be reached.

A circular half marathon on the Ridgeway that passes National Trust sites Ashdown House and the original White Horse Hill; the route is undulating and the race is held under UK Athletics rules with a Trail Running Association permit.

Looped trail routes from a Guildford basecamp across the North Downs provide 50 km, 25 km and 10 km options with full rest stop, medical and GPS app support. Categories include Ultra March for target-paced walkers and Trailblazerz for faste..

An inflatable 5K obstacle course takes place in Bournemouth, Dorset on Saturday 1 August 2026. The 2026 edition follows previous events at Norfolk Showground and received positive feedback about staff and obstacles.

Experience a scenic off road run alongside the River Dart in Devon. This community focused event features an 11km main course and a 1 mile fun run with medals for all finishers and a post race BBQ.

A road half marathon and a multi-terrain 5K around Sturminster Newton on 2 August 2026, organised by the Dorset Doddlers as a Dorset Road Race League event with on-course support and children's races at the school field.

Wear a helmet for a great cause during this unique evening trail run in Westbury. Support charity while navigating local trails and competing for the best helmet prize.

Scenic evening cross-country at North Perrott Cricket Club with a two-lap 10K and a one-lap 6K fun run; limited to 250 entries and raising funds for local community projects.

Experience a four day endurance race covering 184 miles along the River Thames. This multi stage event features four unique ultra marathons and requires participants to be self sufficient while navigating the historic river path.

Experience a 57 mile point to point ultra marathon following the scenic Thames Path from Kemble to Oxford. Enjoy a well supported route featuring multiple checkpoints, bespoke finisher medals, and trophies for top performers.

A 49 mile point to point ultra from Travelodge Oxford Abingdon Road to Henley-on-Thames along the Thames Path, with three checkpoints, mandatory GPX navigation and a minimum average pace of 4.0 miles per hour; finishers receive a bespoke me..

A timed Friday run on a 5.3 km out and back towpath loop along the River Thames. The event is promoted as a ten pound charity entry for Rays of Sunshine and includes a double sided finisher medal.

A 47 mile point to point ultra along the Thames from Henley to Kingston with three checkpoints offering food and drink. Finishers receive a bespoke medal and technical race kit and a 4.0 mph minimum pace is enforced.

Experience a 103 mile continuous trail journey from the Surrey Hills to Ashford. This Western States Qualifier features 11,000 feet of climb across the North Downs Way with a 30 hour time limit.

Two trail distances along the Mendip Way on 8 August 2026, finishing at Uphill Sands Beach. The routes feature woodlands, hilltop views and coastal terrain with aid stations and a cupless policy.

Choose any number of laps on a scenic 5.3 km loop at Denbies Wine Estate to make distances from 5 km up to ultra. Timed event with a flexible 1.5 hour start window and support on a hilly off road course.

Experience the muddiest summer race at Bordon featuring woodland trails and sandy terrain. Choose between one or two laps of a bog filled course designed for those who enjoy technical single tracks and steep hills.

The Hart 4 is a four-hour trail relay where teams of four race a scenic 4km loop at Minley Manor. With categories for male, female, and mixed teams, it's a fun, traffic-free challenge. The event features chip timing, medals for all, and a l..