Trail Running calendar near Dorchester 2026-2027

A winter running event at Westonbirt Arboretum on 8 February 2026 offering 5 km and 10 km wave-start races through the arboretum’s tree collections. Tickets are currently sold out.

Trail running event from Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy featuring marathon, half marathon and 10k on the Portland section of the South West Coastal Path. The route is self navigated with feed stations, mandatory kit and awar..

A self navigated 17 mile trail loop around Sidmouth visiting four trig points. The event has a c.914 m climb, requires pre entry and is for adults only, with proceeds donated to Cardiac Risk in the Young.

A 10 mile run on 08 Feb 2026 that starts and finishes at King George V Playing Field in Melksham and routes via the village of Lacock. Prizes and medals are awarded, entry restricted to ages 16 and over; the event is closed.

Take on the Wray Valley Trail in Bovey Tracey with Phoenix Running Devon The Launch. Scenic 5.3 km laps along the River Bovey, flexible start times and a keepsake memento for every finisher. Limited to 50 runners, so book early.

A night trail event near South Brent with two courses, 9 miles across Dartmoor and 5 miles on local roads and paths. The route is marked but a route device is recommended, with catering, live music and a shared sauna after the run.

Event Format The Purbeck Hill Challenge is a one-day long-distance walk or run event on public rights of way, featuring orienteering sections. Participants must navigate to various checkpoints. There is a mix of navigation using a standard..

Multi-distance trail event in Dalwood, Axminster on 15 February 2026 with 10 mile, 5 km and 3 km routes across muddy, hilly countryside. Village Hall is race HQ with parking, toilets and on-site medical support.

Run a flat, traffic free 10k on the National Cycle Network from Calne to Stanley near Chippenham, chip timed and well marshalled on an out and back multi terrain course. A 1 mile fun run for under 17s and limited entries make this a friendl..

Run Brimscombe's canal towpath at the Back to the 80s timed event, choosing any mix of 2.62 mile laps to make 5k to ultra distances. Enjoy a relaxed one hour start window, seven hour limit and a bespoke finisher medal to mark your effort.

A fully supported winter challenge across Dartmoor offering 50 km and 30 km routes from south to north. The route crosses remote open moor with unmarked sections and on-course guides, maps and GPX support are provided.

A set of city-centre races in Bath that run through two long lit tunnels under the city, with distances from Colourburst fun runs up to a 50 km ultra. Brickfields Park is the hub and the event supports Sustrans with a donation per runner.

Single lap trail races in the Meon Valley from Queen Elizabeth Country Park offering 16 mile, marathon and 50km options with marked routes, aid stations and mandatory fluid carriage.

Take on the Sorbrook Slog on 22 February 2026, a lively 7 mile multi terrain race through footpaths, fields and gullies around Sorbrook and Sluvad in Cwmbran. Enjoy marshals on course, post race tea and cake and a finishers goodie bag.

The Terminator 2026 is a tough but rewarding 12 mile trail race around Pewsey, Wiltshire, mostly off road with muddy climbs and high point views. All finishers receive a unique T shirt and race village treats await.

Pair up for a winter challenge across Dartmoor's Eastern Tors, starting from the Rugglestone Inn in Widecombe. This demanding 11 miles route with 830 meters of climb needs teams, required kit and pre entry for a small, limited field.

This Dartmoor trail event features three challenging distances, all climbing the Hameldown Ridge twice. It includes a new ultra, a half marathon, and an 8-mile race. Courses offer rugged terrain and expansive moorland views.

Guided 30 mile trail run from Harting Down along the South Downs Way, visiting Beacon Hill, Cocking Down and Kingley Vale. Presented as suitable for first time ultra runners, run at a group pace with practical support and route guidance.

Three waymarked trail routes on 28 February 2026 around Lulworth Cove near Wareham, with coastal views, varied terrain and aid stations. Mandatory kit is spot-checked and rolling cutoffs apply, with a 12 hour overall limit.

A point-to-point, fully marked long-distance race along the Taff Trail from the Brecon Beacons to Nantgarw, covering about 70 km. The course mixes upland trails and valley cycle paths, with six checkpoints and a Merthyr drop bag for mid-rac..