Trail Running calendar near Bristol 2026-2027

An off‑road race series in Cheddar Gorge and the Mendip Hills with distances from 1 km to marathon, UTMB index status for half and marathon, marked trails, multiple feed stations and on-site camping and parking.

Scenic trail races near Kingsclere, Hampshire offering marathon, half marathon and 10k on clearly marked single-lap routes with marshals and nearby parking.

A scenic off-road 10 km trail through the private Lulworth Estate near Lulworth Cove, featuring chalk downs, woodland, water stations and an event café serving homemade cakes.

Run as many 3.28 mile laps as you wish along the scenic Stroud Waterways canal. This flexible timed event caters to all distances from 5k to ultra marathon with a seven hour time limit and a relaxed start window.

A circular mixed terrain event around Exeter with a 14.2 mile Green Circle half marathon and a 9 mile Yellow Zone option. Both races start together and the course passes valleys and parks along the River Exe.

A community rural 5 km run and walk through Neptune and Paradise Wood with marshalled routes, age category awards, a midway drinks station and first aid, family entries and space for walkers with dogs on leads.

A group trail run organised by Left Handed Giant Run Club that starts and finishes at Commune Cafe in Temple Hill, Bristol and covers about 18 km on local trails. Bag drop and post-run coffee are available and organisers will collect basic..

The Magic Roundabout is a 10 km trail race organised by Hay Hotfooters in the Begwyn hills above Llowes near Hay on Wye. The hilly route can offer views of the Brecon Beacons and Black Mountains, with free hot and cold refreshments after.

A multi-terrain 5 km race near Silverstone at Blackpit Farm featuring woodlands, lakeside lawns and farmland. Finishers receive a unique 5K medal and a virtual completion option is available; parking at Blackpit Brewery is free.

A four race summer series at Dinton Pastures Country Park offering 5 km, 10 km and a 2 km kids race on a traffic free off road course. The event includes chip timing, marshals, medals and on site first aid.

A multi distance coastal ultra along the Jurassic Coast World Heritage site from the Poole area to Exmouth. Distances from 33 km to 105 miles follow the South West Coast Path with self navigation, checkpoint support and live GPS tracking.

A weekend festival at the Pinkery Centre in Exmoor National Park with trail runs, long walks, a sunset swim, guest speakers, social evenings and film screenings, featuring distances from 1.5 km up to 30 miles.

A summer challenge on the Malvern Hills offering 27 mile and 15 mile routes with substantial ascent, checkpoints and a hot finish meal. The event is based at Colwall Village Hall and is currently full with a waiting list.

A summer trail event on Saturday 20 June 2026 along the Mortimer Trail between Kington and Ludlow, offering an approximately 30 mile multi-terrain ultra and a Croft Half that follows the final section of the route.

Part of the MacTuffX UK series in Stoke Gifford, this event combines ten Xercises with repeated runs across solo, doubles and five person relay formats. A LITE weight division is available and all entrants must be 18 and above.

Pretty Muddy Southampton is a 5k mud obstacle course at The Common featuring climbing, crawling and sliding. The event supports Cancer Research UK, has a minimum fundraising target of £50 and is open to participants aged 13 and over.

A Race for Life obstacle event on The Downs in Bristol, featuring a mixed terrain muddy 5 km course with 28 m ascent. It is for participants aged 13 and over and includes on-site facilities, fundraising support and a finishers medal.

Mountain fell race in the Brecon Beacons covering 34 km with 1700 m ascent and eight summits. The anticlockwise route includes Fan y Big, has two checkpoint cutoffs at key points, and is open to runners over 18.

A 12 hour endurance event on a 12 km mixed gravel and tarmac loop in northern Dartmoor, with overnight camping and timed laps. The event raises funds for North Dartmoor Search and Rescue and highlights mental health awareness.

Multi-distance trail event along the Jurassic Coast from Poole to Exmouth, with routes from 33 km to 105 miles, self-navigation on the South West Coast Path, GPX files and live GPS tracking.