Trail Running calendar near Bovington 2025-2026

Join the 10th Dartmoor Volcano Race on Saturday 12 September 2026 for a rugged 10.5 mile all trail course from Scorriton. Technical rocky and boggy ground, big climbs and river crossings promise a true moorland challenge.

Take on three scenic fell races in Ventnor on Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 September 2026, with the series doubling as the SEAA Fell Running Championships. Entries open 22 October 2025 for single races or the full series.

Ventnor Horseshoe on Sat 12 Sep 2026 offers a scenic but testing 12 km fell course around Ventnor with 443 m of climb. Part of the Isle of Wight Fell Series, it is perfect for runners seeking a tough coastal hill challenge.

Start the IOW Fell Running Series with St Boniface Fell in Ventnor on Sat 12 Sep 2026, a punchy 3.9 km race with 235 m of climbing across scenic Isle of Wight terrain. Pre entry or on the day entries welcome.

Run the scenic, hilly Farnham Pilgrim Half Marathon on 13 September 2026 in the Surrey Hills, starting at The Sands Recreation Ground. Enjoy off road, multi surface trails, plentiful aid stations, marshals and sweeping views.

Tackle the Wroxall Round on 13 September 2026, a scenic 21.1 km fell run around Ventnor with about 487 m of ascent. Open to adults, with on the day entries and team places, this is race 3 of the Isle of Wight Fell Running Series.

Run a single loop 50 mile through the scenic Chiltern Hills with about 1700 m of climb and riverside views. Fully marked route with staffed aid stations and medical cover makes this a rewarding, serious ultramarathon.

BigSky Trails on 20 Sept 2026 invites runners to airy high New Forest routes as the finale of the Classic Element series. Pick 18 miles, marathon or 50k ultramarathon across open plains and winding woods on fully marked, marshalled routes.

Looped trail running at Avon Tyrrell in the New Forest, circling a Grade I listed manor on technical forest trails that blend scenery and challenge. Pick your distance on the day from 5K to ultramarathon and earn a finisher medal.

Run through ancient woodland in the Forest of Dean at the Autumn Half Marathon starting and finishing at Speech House. This scenic 13 mile trail on well marked tracks supports local charities and awards a medal to every finisher.

Race on the Chase features marathon, half marathon and 10k routes across rolling chalk downland, woodland and ancient sites in Martin Down, finishing at Salisbury Racecourse. Every finisher gets a medal and the top three men and women win t..

Two rugged trail races circle Dartmoor on 2 to 3 October 2026, with 100 mile and 51 mile options across moorland, trails and lanes. Expect technical terrain, night running and changeable autumn weather, with checkpoint support and required..

Tackle Dartmoor on this supported trail challenge through moorland, woods and riverside trails with 100 miles or 51 miles options. Checkpoints, on course support and epic scenery make it a must for experienced trail runners.

Run to the Sea Bournemouth is a scenic 50 km point to point ultramarathon that threads forest trails and coastal paths to a seafront finish at Hengistbury Head. Enjoy a fully signed route, regular feed stations and a bespoke medal on 3 Oct..

Run a scenic multi terrain 10 mile course through Stover Country Park and Teigngrace, mostly off road, at Stover School, Newton Abbot on Sunday 4 October 2026. Limited to 325 entries and includes a 1 mile fun run and bespoke finisher medals..

Take on the South Hams Ultra on 10 and 11 October 2026, a stunning multi distance trail around South Hams with 100 miles, 44 miles or marathon options. Expect coastal views, estuaries, a ferry crossing and tough, rewarding terrain.

Explore Jurassic Coast trails around the Isle of Purbeck from 6 km to 100 km, with a Half Marathon option. Technical, scenic routes with campsite and free parking at Burnbake Forest Lodges promise a memorable challenge.

The Autumn 100 is a 100 mile trail race around Goring and Streatley on the Thames Path and Ridgeway, with about 5,000 ft of climbing and a 28 hour cut off. Aid stations are frequent and pacers may join for the final 25 miles.

Roughly 12K trail run on bridle paths and the Imber Range near the Westbury White Horse on 18 October 2026. Limited to 200 places so book early for a bespoke finisher medal and category prizes.

Enjoy a scenic coastal run along West Wittering Beach with 5 km, 10 km or 15.3 km routes offering sweeping views of Selsey Bill, the Isle of Wight and the South Downs. Dog friendly with canicross categories for a beachside challenge.