Trail Running calendar near Bournemouth 2025-2026

Run 50 miles along iconic chalk ridges from Worthing to a lap on Eastbourne athletics track, with rugged climbs, sweeping coastal views and a festival finish. This tough but rewarding ultra kicks off the 2026 50 Mile Grand Slam.

Take on the Henley River Half Marathon, 10K or Junior Race in Henley on Thames on 11 April 2026, with options for all ages including a kids race. Enjoy mixed terrain, riverside views, medals, free photos and a buzzing event village.

Spring Run the Seasons Cowdray on April 11 offers scenic trail races across Cowdray Estate and the South Downs, with distances for kids, juniors and adults plus dog friendly CaniRun options. Enjoy varied trails and country views for all abi..

Tackle scenic chalky trails around the South Downs and Ditchling Beacon at the Maverick East Sussex Trail in Stanmer Park. Choose from 21 km, 13 km or 5 km routes with rolling hills, great views and a lively community atmosphere.

Run the scenic South West Coast Path from Exmouth to Seaton in the annual Exe to Axe, finishing on Seaton beach opposite the Mariner's Hotel. Choose solo, relay or half distances with checkpoint support and chip timing.

The Big Cheese is an off road fell race in Cheddar, Somerset, covering 15 miles across the Mendip Hills with over 2,000 ft of climb. Take on a fully marked course and enjoy a finisher's medal plus tea and cake at the end.

Take on the 42 km Brighton Trail Marathon through the South Downs from Stanmer Park to Hove Lawns on 12 April 2026. Hilly chalk ridgelines, woodland and a finish on the Brighton Marathon route promise a scenic, rewarding challenge.

Take on the Wild Horse 200 series: two epic 200 mile trail ultramarathons across Welsh trails and mountains. Run the South Wales coast route from Chepstow to Worm's Head in April or the Mid Wales loop from and to Machyntlleth in June.

Set off from Windsor Racecourse on looped 10 km, 25 km and 50 km routes that sweep through Windsor Great Park, past Windsor Castle and along the Thames Path. Fully signed and supported with rest stops, catering and app tracking for walkers..

Run the Spring Trail Series at Cowdray Estate where the Serpent Trail winds through greensand hills, rivers and woodland. Distances from 12 km to 110 km, with food, camping and relaxed cutoffs for a friendly, well supported day.

Run the South Downs at the Grand National 10 km Trail Run in Findon, a charity supporting local causes with bespoke medals for all. Choose 10 km, 5 mile, Canicross or kids 2 km fun run and enter the fancy dress Filly or Colt contest.

The Thames Ring Series is a multi distance trail event from Streatley on Thames, featuring the roughly 250 mile Thames Ring 250 counterclockwise loop along canals and towpaths. Scenic and largely flat, it takes place 22 to 26 April 2026.

Tackle a challenging 50 km ultra or scenic half marathon along the South West Coast Path, with mostly trails, sweeping sea views and a finish at The Ness in Shaldon. Expect big climbs, coastal panoramas and a rewarding finisher medal.

The Bath Beat showcases scenic running and walking from Bath into Cotswolds countryside, with distances from 12.5 to 26.5 miles. Checkpoints serve homemade cakes, long routes offer hot meals, and finishers get a medal and warm welcome.

Run the Butcombe Trail Ultra on 25 April 2026 across the Mendip Hills AONB, with 50 mile and 50 km self navigated routes that visit six pubs and serve as UTMB qualifiers. Rugged off road trails, stunning views and friendly club support.

Event overview The Chase Trail Run 2026 is part of the Garmin UK Trail Running Festival on 26th April 2026. The event takes place at St Giles House, Wimborne St Giles, BH21 5NA and is organised by ORA Events Limited. Entries close on 22nd A..

Test your navigation skills at The Drop Winchester, a point to point challenge where you are driven blindfolded to a mystery drop and must find your own way back to HQ. Choose 10 or 15 mile routes and surrender devices for a true adventure.

Run through carpets of bluebells at Angmering Park Estate on a scenic 10 mile or 10 km route with stunning downland views. Canicross entries welcome and finishers get a warm pub welcome plus free photos.

Bolt Round the Holt at Alice Holt Forest on 26 April 2026 offers scenic undulating forest trail races from junior 1k to half marathon. The event raises funds for GUTS and features bespoke medals, prizes and a friendly community vibe.

Join NOT the London Marathon Run 2026 on Sunday 26 April in Walton on Thames for a flat, certified lap course along the riverside towpath. Choose marathon, half or a 7 hour timed challenge, enjoy flexible starts and a commemorative medal.