Trail Running calendar near Cotswold District 2025-2026

SATURN TOO Midweek Medal Madness on 14 Aug 2026 at Wraysbury: a relaxed 7 hour timed challenge along the River Thames with distances from 3 km to ultra. Finishers earn medals and goody bags and enjoy aid stations on a scenic loop.

Take on the Foxton Hound Ultra, an off road 50k or 100k through Market Harborough countryside, passing Foxton Locks, Naseby Battlefield and Kelmarsh Tunnel. Tough trails, great aid and scenic village routes make it memorable.

Experience Bath's Two Tunnels run along restored railway paths, choosing distances from 500 m Colourburst to marathon and ultras. Organised by Relish The Great Outdoors with Sustrans support, this popular community event is sold out.

Explore woodland, ponds and parkland of Southampton Common at the Southampton Running Festival, set in a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest. Choose the half marathon, 10K, 5K or junior race, then relax in the event village with..

Join the Crook Peak Cake Race in Axbridge on Wed 19 Aug 2026 for a spirited 3 mile fell challenge across stunning Somerset hills, finishing with cake and community cheer. On the day entry available for runners aged 14 and up.

Discover the Summer MTC Green Man Ultra around Bristol's Community Forest Path with 45 and 30 mile clockwise routes finishing at Ashton Park School. With festival style checkpoints, a bespoke Green Man medal and a challenging scenic route.

Tackle rugged trails and dramatic escarpments at the Beast of Llangattock at Park Farm near Crickhowell, with distances from 10 km to a 51 km ultra. Expect steep technical terrain, well stocked aid stations and sweeping hilltop views.

The Big Pilgrimage follows the Old Way from Southampton along coast and country, including a scenic boat crossing of the Hamble River. Choose 15 mile or marathon and collect landmark stickers before finishing near Titchfield Abbey.

Run point to point along the Cambrian Way into Cardiff with two scenic trail ultra options, 44 miles from Llanthony Priory or 33 miles from Abergavenny. Expect rugged fells, woodlands and a dramatic finish near Castell Coch.

Tackle a scenic trail 10K or half marathon through Alexandra Gardens with distant views of Windsor Castle. Chip timed results, free race photos and a lively event village make this a great day out for runners and supporters.

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.

Enjoy scenic River Thames trails at the Henley River Races with half marathon, 10K and junior races plus an event village for food and drink. Sustainability focused with chip timed results, free photos and unique themed medals.

Take on the RIDUM 30 mile ultra on September 5, 2026 exploring ridge top trails around the Rhymney Valley with big climbs and mostly off road terrain. Well stocked checkpoints and post race care await finishers.

Run the rugged beauty of the Shropshire Hills at Battle of the Borders, starting from Carding Mill Valley and tackling the dramatic Long Mynd ridges. Choose marathon, half marathon or 10K on waymarked, scenic but rewarding trails.

Join a scenic charity 10k across Staffordshire countryside, starting and finishing at the canal side Hartley Arms in Wheaton Aston. With only 150 places, the race finishes with music and food at the pub to celebrate local charities.

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.

Take on the Stretton Skyline, a scenic yet demanding 30.5 km fell race around Church Stretton with 1357 m of climb and panoramic Shropshire Hills views. Pre entry only, finishers enjoy a tasty goody bag.

Woodchester Trail Challenge on 6 September 2026 is a demanding eight mile hilly woodland run through Woodchester Park with a new start and route. Expect a metal finisher medal and a strict two hour cut off.

Join a guided 10 km trail run from Silent Pool, exploring the North Downs, Netley Heath and picturesque Shere. Led by an experienced coach with gear trials and sunset or headtorch night editions, it is social and not a race.