Trail Running calendar near Brean 2026-2027

Take a scenic single lap around Wimbleball Lake on varied off road trails with a short tarmac crossing, choosing 5K or 10K. Part of the Wimbleball sports festival with canicross entries, chip timing and finisher medals.

Point to point trail ultras from Llanthony Priory or Abergavenny to Cardiff along the Cambrian Way, with two long-distance options, staffed aid stations and a minimum age of 18.

Join Worcester Woods parkrun every Saturday where Pershore Plum Plodders often gather to run, chat and enjoy refreshments after the run. Friendly, community focused and great for beginners and regulars alike.

Steam Challenge on Sunday 30 August 2026 is a timed out and back race along an old train line near Bridestowe with a seven hour limit and medals for finishers. Enjoy undulating off road and paved terrain.

Join a guided, non competitive 30 mile trail run around the Isle of Purbeck, starting and finishing at Swanage. Take in Jurassic Coast views from Corfe Castle to Old Harry Rocks while running with an experienced coach.

A 30 mile ultra around the Rhymney Valley Ridgeway Walk, mostly on trail with about 4,252 feet of ascent, starting and finishing at Parc Penalta, with three fully stocked checkpoints and no official time limit.

A fully supported off-road challenge across Dartmoor offering a 50 km ultra and a 30 km challenge, running from Okehampton via Postbridge to Ivybridge with GPX/maps, checkpoints, mountain leader support and finish facilities.

Celebrate the 40th Haytor Heller on Saturday 5 September 2026, a thrilling 6 mile off road moorland race that starts below Haytor Rock. Expect rugged terrain, steep climbs, a stream crossing and a fast downhill finish to a festive HQ.

Run among 2,500 trees at Westonbirt Arboretum with options from 1 mile to 10 km, on firm, road like underfoot through curated tree species sections. Tickets are currently sold out but the event offers family friendly activities on site.

Join the Ross on Wye Riverbank Run on 6 September 2026 for scenic multi terrain 5k, 10k and a family fun 500m along the River Wye. Flat, fast course, chip timing and medals for all finishers make it perfect for racers and families alike.

Join Carnival Chase at Warminster Town Park on 6 Sep 2026 for friendly 10K, 3K and family 1.2K wheelchair and buggy runs around the boating lake and scenic lanes. Medals for all finishers and refreshments. Enter by 1 Sep.

The Beast is a challenging trail race of around 13 miles through Corfe Castle Common, with undulating terrain and stunning coastal path views toward Worth Matravers. Enjoy water stations on course and a unique finisher t shirt.

A 10.5 mile trail race around southern Dartmoor near Scoriton, touching Ryders Hill and the Red Lake Volcano. The fully marked route includes river crossings, bogs and technical terrain with an aid station mid course.

Join Barney to Beach on 13 Sept 2026 for a scenic 8 mile run from Barnstaple to Crow Point along the Tarka Trail, with a 1 mile kids fun run. Finish festival with live music, medals and family fun supporting Families in Grief.

A lap-based ultra in Bridgend, South Wales, on a 10-mile loop offering 50-mile (5 laps) and 100-mile (10 laps) options with aid stations, crew access, and set time limits.

Race 47 miles along the Cotswold Way from Chipping Campden to Painswick, traversing the rolling hills of the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This licensed continuous trail challenge runs under UK Athletics and TRA rules.

A single stage approximately 102 mile trail race along the Cotswold Way from Chipping Campden to Bath with a 32 hour completion limit and intermediate cut offs. The route follows public rights of way and includes aid stations and medical su..

A community run along the Exe Valley Way from Exmouth to Dulverton offering a 43 mile ultra and a team relay with shorter sections. The event highlights Exe salmon and works with river restoration partners.

Series finale at Hyde Common in the New Forest with 18 mile, marathon and 50 km trail options across open plains and winding forest paths. Fully marked, it finishes along Hampton Ridge with rewarding views.

Run looped, technical trails through the New Forest from Avon Tyrrell, with a Grade I listed manor as a backdrop. Pick your distance on the day from 5K to ultra and earn a medal for completing one loop or more.