Trail Running calendar near Dorchester 2026-2027

A community run along the Exe Valley Way from Exmouth to Dulverton offering a 43 mile ultra and a team relay with shorter sections. The event highlights Exe salmon and works with river restoration partners.

BigSky is the Air event in the Classic Element Trail Series at Hyde Common, New Forest, offering 18 miles, a marathon and a 50 km ultramarathon with marked routes, multiple aid stations and mandatory personal hydration.

Run looped, technical trails through the New Forest from Avon Tyrrell, with a Grade I listed manor as a backdrop. Pick your distance on the day from 5K to ultra and earn a medal for completing one loop or more.

Trail runs and walks of 10k, half and full marathon distances take place around The Fleet Lagoon from Bagwell Farm Touring Park. Routes are mainly off road and follow national trails, with proceeds going to small local charities.

A 10 mile trail race at Chilton Manor Farm with a one mile yew tree lined finish, mixed off-road terrain and views toward Winchester and the South Downs. Entry includes a sustainable finisher medal, timed results and water stations.

Run through ancient woodland in the Forest of Dean at the Autumn Half Marathon starting and finishing at Speech House. This scenic 13 mile trail on well marked tracks supports local charities and awards a medal to every finisher.

Trail runs at Salisbury Racecourse across marathon, half marathon and 10k routes through undulating downland, woodland and Martin Down Nature Reserve, with several archaeological features along the courses.

A waymarked 100 mile circumnavigation of Dartmoor along the Dartmoor Way. Continuous non stop race with six indoor checkpoints, around 4000 m ascent, GPS tracking, mandatory kit checks and on route food and medical support.

A 51 mile trail race across eastern Dartmoor following the Dartmoor Way, with over 2000 m of ascent and a 15 hour time limit. The route includes three indoor checkpoints, GPS tracking and requires recent trail marathon experience.

A *50 km* point-to-point ultramarathon from Moors Valley Country Park to Hengistbury Head, featuring forest trails, coastal paths and a fully signed flat course. The race includes four feed stations, a GPS route file, medical cover and a 9...

A six hour looped race on a 4.4 km circuit through the Lower Otter valley. Solo and pairs relay options, aid station each lap, and event base at Budleigh Salterton Cricket Club with cafe and hot showers.

A self-navigation trail event in East Devon offering approximate distances of 21 km, 42 km and 53 km. Options include solo entries, pairs and team slots, with GPS tracking and checkpoint stamps at local trigpoints.

A multi terrain 10 mile race through Stover Country Park and Teigngrace, starting and finishing at Stover School on 4 October 2026. The event includes a 1 mile fun run and bespoke medals for all finishers.

A trail half marathon through the Quantock Hills with technical trails, climbs and stream crossings. The event includes two feed stations, marshals, awards for top finishers and weekend camping and bunk options near Kilve Court.

Explore Devon's stunning coast and Dartmoor with the South Hams Ultra this October 2026, offering 100 mile, 44 mile and marathon trail options. Expect tidal and ferry crossings, rugged terrain and big views for runners seeking a true advent..

Tackle 55 km through the Forest of Dean, from ridges and dense woodland to the River Wye and Symonds Yat viewpoint. Technical single track and riverside sections offer scenic challenge and there is a canicross category.

Run and support local schools at the FOOBS Trail and Fun Runs in Old Basing on 11 October 2026. Scenic community trails offer a 2K family fun run or chip timed 6K and 10K routes, with post run treats and plenty of local support.

A trail running event on the Isle of Purbeck offering 102 km and 54 km ultra routes along sections of the Jurassic Coast with coastal ridge running and multiple outposts. The event is based at Burnbake Forest Lodges and Campsite near Corfe..

Blaze the Biblins on 18 October 2026 is a scenic 10k trail race through ancient woods and riverbanks near Ross on Wye. Expect technical single track, climbs including the notorious Demon hill, and a lively village finish.

Roughly 12K trail run on bridle paths and the Imber Range near the Westbury White Horse on 18 October 2026. Limited to 200 places so book early for a bespoke finisher medal and category prizes.