Trail Running calendar near Dorchester 2026-2027

This trail run along Dorset's Jurassic Coast starts on Swanage seafront and finishes at historic Corfe Castle. Choose from three distances on firm coastal paths. The adventure includes a unique return trip to the start on a vintage steam tr..

Explore the trails of the South Downs National Park near Winchester. Choose from three scenic routes of varying distances, all starting from the Matterley Basin Grand Prix Track. This dog-friendly event offers a hard-packed course with pano..

Tough paired trail run across Dartmoor from the East Dart Inn in Postbridge, covering about 21 km with rugged climbs and sweeping moorland views. The third race in the Winter Pairs series, it is limited to 35 pairs and is pre entry only.

Experience a night trail run through the woods and fields of the National Trust Arlington Estate. Choose from 6km or 12km routes under the dark skies of North Devon with mandatory headtorches and trail shoes.

Experience the beauty of the South Downs National Park on a point to point trail run from Arundel to Winchester featuring ultramarathon or marathon distances with fully marked courses and stocked aid stations.

Discover the scenic beauty of the South Downs with a trail hike through the historic Stansted House estate. Choose between three distances and enjoy a chip timed walk featuring lush woodlands and rolling hills.

An 11K multi terrain run around Bratton on 21 March 2026 with panoramic views, prizes across age categories and medals for finishers. Places are limited to 200 and entries close 14 March 2026 or earlier.

A Dartmoor fell racing day on 21 March 2026 that pairs the Okement Loop with the Devon AA county championships. The senior course is 14.3 km with 750 m ascent and mandatory kit; multiple junior races and county selection take place.

This scenic trail half marathon winds through the heart of the Forest of Dean. It doubles as the British Trail Running Championships short distance event, offering a chance at a national title. The well marked course starts and finishes at..

The Elephant Challenge is a flexible 6-hour trail run in the award-winning Salcey Forest. Choose your own distance on a 3.5-mile forest loop, suitable for runners and canicross participants. It's a popular event with a format that welcomes..

Cross Dartmoor from east to west on this 50km or 16 mile traverse featuring self navigation and live GPS tracking. Runners can participate solo or in teams and enjoy fully supported feed stations and a finish line medal.

Experience a unique urban trail adventure starting in the heart of Bristol. Choose between 25km and 55km routes featuring riverside paths, woodland trails, and iconic views of the Clifton Suspension Bridge.

The Bath 50 Ultra Challenge offers a scenic looped route around the historic city on 28 March 2026. Choose from 50 km, 29 km, or 10 km distances, with full support including rest stops and meals. It's open to walkers, joggers, and runners,..

The Exeter Trail Races offer a 10K and Half Marathon on the scenic, off-road trails of Escot Park. Both distances feature canicross options for runners with dogs. Expect climbs, potential mud, and a finisher's medal at this established even..

Run as many laps as you choose on this forest trail course in Hurn Forest. Enjoy a well maintained loop with distances ranging from 5K to ultra marathon and support forest conservation with your entry.

Tackle the hills and mud of Axminster in the Minster Challenge. Choose from a challenging 12 km, a 5 km route, or a family-friendly 3 km fun run. All finishers earn a medal, and the event features a supportive trail running atmosphere.

A classic 16-mile cross-country challenge through the Hampshire countryside, starting at the historic Combe Gibbet. The route features hills, trails, and mud before finishing at the Overton Harriers club. Entry includes bus transport to the..

Experience a 10 mile multi-terrain race or a 5k fun run through the private estates and rolling hills of mid Devon. Enjoy a community event featuring trail running, riverside paths, and scenic woodland climbs.

A five mile off road trail at Upcote Farm on 29 March 2026, limited to about 300 places. The route features farm roads, bridleways and forest tracks, with chip timing, medals for all and prize categories for juniors and veterans.

Testway Ultra on 04/04/2026 invites runners to tackle scenic 40 or 50 mile routes along Hampshire's Testway from Linkenholt to Totton. Well marked trails, regular aid stations and a shuttle make for a friendly, memorable ultra.