Trail Running calendar near Cirencester 2026-2027

Run the Jurassic Coast Path in Dorset. Choose from a 10K, half marathon, marathon, or ultra on challenging coastal trails. The event starts from Swanage and is part of a season-long points competition.

Festive trail runs at Cannock Chase Birches Valley with 10k, 5k and a Junior Run on undulating woodland routes. Fancy dress is welcome with a best dressed prize, finishers get a medal and photos and proceeds support Shelter.

A winter trail event in the Brecon Beacons from Cwmdu Hall offering 14 km, 10 mile and half marathon routes on technical mountain terrain with marked courses, stocked checkpoints, medical support and a festive gift exchange.

Take on the Cardington Cracker, a 9 mile fell race near Church Stretton with 793 m of climb and breathtaking Border views. Pre entry only and limited parking mean early sign up is essential for this rugged, rewarding test.

A 50K ultramarathon through the scenic Surrey Hills, starting from Dorking. The December course follows the Greensand Way over three prominent hills. Fully marked and supported, it's a qualifier for the UTMB index.

Partridge in a Pear Tree kicks off a festive running series, with a challenging off-road course in the grounds of Pengethley Manor. Runners can choose their distance, from a 5k to an ultra, and have seven hours to complete it. The event als..

New Forest Xmas Trails offers festive trail races from Holmesly Campsite in the New Forest. Distances range from 15 km to a 50 km ultramarathon on fully marked heath and woodland trails; opt to plant a tree instead of a medal.

Join the Chasewater Christmas Pudding Dash at Chasewater Country Park for festive fun with 10k, 5k and a Junior Run on mostly flat reservoir trails. Enjoy medals, photos and prizes including best dressed fancy dress while supporting Shelter..

Dash through the festive trails at the National Trust's Tinkley Gate in this family-friendly 5 km off-road event. Wear your best Santa suit, bring your dog on a lead, and support the Allsorts charity. All paces are welcome for a fun, commun..

Celebrate the season at Moors Valley Country Park with a festive trail run. Choose from a 2km fun run for kids, a 5km, or a 10km route through the winter woodland and lakeside paths. Wear your Christmas gear and join the fun on 6 December 2..

The 2 Turtle Doves is a Christmas-themed running event where you choose your distance, from 5k to Ultra, and have 7 hours to complete it on an off-road course at Pengethley Manor. It's open to walkers and runners, with virtual participation..

The 3 French Hens Run is a festive off-road event in Ross-on-Wye, part of a 12-day Christmas series. Choose from 5k to Ultra distances and tackle a hilly vineyard course within a 7-hour limit. A virtual run option is also available for glob..

The 4 Calling Birds Run is a festive off-road event at Pengethley Manor in December 2026. Participants can choose from five distances, from a 5k to an ultra, with a 7-hour time limit. A virtual option is available, and all paid finishers re..

The Winter Downs 200 is a 200-mile continuous winter trail run around southern England. Runners have 96 hours to complete the giant loop, which weaves together five iconic long-distance trails. The event features live tracking and support s..

The 5 Golden Rings Run is a festive off-road event with a challenging course at Pengethley Manor. Choose from five distances, including an ultra, and enjoy a generous seven-hour time limit. You can also join in virtually from anywhere in th..

Part of a festive Christmas series, this event offers a choice of distances on a tough off-road course at Pengethley Manor. Walkers and runners have seven hours to complete their chosen race, with a virtual option also available.

Join the Christmas Jumper Friday Run on 11 December in Walton on Thames for a relaxed rock up and run along the riverside towpath. Pick 5k to ultra, run laps within a 7 hour window and earn a bespoke finisher medal.

Enjoy a festive midweek run along the River Thames at this flexible Time Challenge event. Choose your own distance, from 3km to an ultra marathon, on a mixed-surface course with full support. All finishers get a medal and goody bag at this..

Part of a festive Christmas series, this event lets you choose your distance from 5k to Ultra on a tough off-road course at Pengethley Manor. You have seven hours to complete your run or walk. A virtual option allows participation from anyw..

Explore the wild trails of the Afan Forest and Rhigos mountains in this winter trail running event. Choose from three distances, all finishing at Dare Valley Country Park. The fully marked routes offer river crossings, single track, and fes..