Trail Running calendar near Bristol city centre 2026-2027

Trail runs start and finish in Queen Elizabeth Country Park on the South Downs, passing through Head Down, the South Downs Way and the Milky Way. Three route lengths are offered and finishers receive a medal, a drink and event goodies.

A twilight out and back trail in Hurn Forest offering 5 mile and 10 mile options. The event uses 2.5 mile laps, provides aid at the start and finish, and donates 20% of entry fees to Forestry England.

An evening running event at Westonbirt Arboretum on 6 February 2027, with 5 km and 10 km routes that pass through collections of over 2,500 trees. The surface is solid underfoot and ticket sales are currently sold out.

A single-loop 53 mile trail race starting and finishing at Ditcham Park School in Petersfield. The route has about 6400 ft of ascent, six aid stations, full way marking and is worth 3 ITRA points.

A weekend running event in Exeter with a two-lap half marathon (13.1 miles) and a five-mile Riverside run along the Quayside and Riverside Valley Park. Individual and charity entry options are offered; medals and course support are provided..

Follow in the footsteps of ancient pilgrims on this 66 mile two day ultra adventure along the historic North Downs Way. Experience a supported winter trail challenge with overnight accommodation and full logistics included.

A Backyard Ultra near Crickhowell using 4.167 mile loops, eleven timed laps and a final race on the twelfth lap, with food, aid at HQ, medals including a 32 mile ultra award, and a 12 hour cap.

A winter running event through Westonbirt Arboretum's tree collections offering 5 km and 10 km wave entries on Sunday 7 February 2027. The organiser is Relish The Great Outdoors and tickets are currently sold out.

A 17 mile self navigated trail run through scenic East Devon. Runners visit four distinct trig points on a course that starts and ends at the Sidmouth Watersports Hub.

A measured 10 mile road race in Melksham with a route through Lacock, a finisher medal and prizes across age categories. The field is limited to 300 places and entries close on 1 January 2027 or earlier if full.

Dalwood 3 Hills on 14 February 2027 offers three off-road distances through hilly, muddy countryside near Dalwood Village Hall. Routes include river crossings, marshalled support and are held under a Trail Running Association licence.

Self-navigation coastal trail on the South West Coast Path around Portland on 14 Feb 2027. Marathon (two loops), Half and 10k follow looped routes; mandatory kit is required and entries are capped at 500.

Choose your distance from 5k to Ultra on a tough off road course at Pengethley Manor. Experience vineyard trails with a seven hour time limit and unique medal options for individuals or pairs.

Races in Bath that run through two restored railway tunnels, featuring distances from 500 m family Colourburst to an ultramarathon and a start and finish at Brickfields Park.

An annual 12 mile trail race around the Vale of Pewsey organised by Pewsey Vale Running Club, listed in Worlds Ultimate Running Races. Proceeds from the Terminator have helped the club donate over £101,000 to local charities.

Trail event in the Meon Valley on 21 February 2027 at Queen Elizabeth Country Park. Options include 16 miles, marathon or 50 km ultramarathon on single-lap muddy trails with two climbs to Butser Hill and stocked aid stations.

A 7 hour Time Challenge at Dare Valley Country Park offering flexible distances from 3 km up to 50 km, with lap counting for half marathon, marathon and ultra. Finishers receive a medal and a goody bag, with vegan options available.

Marked trail runs in the Black Mountains from Crickhowell, Powys, with 10, 20 and 40 mile options, stocked checkpoints, mandatory kit checks and cut off times of 5, 8 and 16 hours respectively.

A winter ultra around Bristol along the Community Forest Path, offered as a 45-mile full loop or 30-mile partial loop run anti-clockwise. The event is self-navigated with GPX files, checkpoints, chip timing and mandatory kit requirements.

The Imber Ultra is an annual trail run of just over 33 miles organised by Avon Valley Runners and the Rotary Club of Westbury, with route details, checkpoints, results and photos provided by the organisers.