Trail Running calendar near Dorchester 2025-2026

Dark Skies Series brings winter night trail running to Somerset with three atmospheric events offering 5 km and 10 km routes. Enter individual races or the full series and collect a bespoke wooden finisher's medal to mark the achievement.

Winter Pairs is a seniors only three race fell series on Dartmoor run in pairs, where navigation and tough climbs test teamwork. Limited to 35 pairs, one entry covers all races and supports North Dartmoor Search and Rescue.

Tackle Dartmoor in the Winter Pairs, a rugged 19 km trail around Western Tors with about 650 m of climb. Teams of two, pre entry only and required kit make this a compact winter challenge with just 35 pairs.

Discover the new Cardiff Trail 10k, a scenic 10 km trail run through Fforest fawr near Castell Coch. Expect muddy singletrack, sweeping views and a friendly atmosphere perfect for trail runners looking for a January adventure.

Run the South Downs Way from Heyshott to Arundel Lido on 18 January 2026, choosing either a marathon or a scenic 15 Mile route. Expect muddy winter trails, river views and a friendly finish with coach transfer back to the start.

Take on the Riverbank Rollick, a scenic 9.6 mile trail run along riverbanks, woodland and fields with about 80% off road and likely muddy January conditions. Finishers get a bespoke buff and a linkable metal medal in the Thornbury series.

Ryde Harriers host a three race cross country series at Smallbrook Stadium on 18 January, 15 February and 22 February 2026. Open to ages 15 plus with just 300 places, pre entry is recommended and runners should bring cross country spikes or..

Join the Axmouth Challenge on 18 January 2026 for scenic village runs with distances to suit every runner. Finishers enjoy complimentary refreshments while funds raised support the village hall.

Tackle scenic mixed terrain around Cosmeston Lakes in the CF64 Winter Race, a 6.4 mile off road challenge through woodland, meadows and trails. Join fellow runners on Sunday 18 January 2026 for a spirited winter test of fitness.

Run orienteering in Micheldever Forest on Sunday 18 January with an updated ISOM map and courses for all abilities. EMIT eCards, parking on forest tracks, toilets and nearby pubs make it a convenient winter forest adventure.

Join the South Devon stage of the Endurancelife Coastal Trail Series in Beesands on 24 January 2026 for a scenic yet tough coastal run in an AONB. Choose 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon or Ultra, earn season points and a finisher medal.

Run across wintry north Dartmoor visiting ancient stone circles and pagan sites on challenging off road courses from Chagford. Choose a tough half or an epic marathon with big climbs for a memorable midwinter adventure.

Pagan Trails is a midwinter trail run on Dartmoor from Chagford, with 14 mile and 28 mile routes that visit ancient stone circles and pagan sites. Expect rugged moorland, big climbs and a memorable winter running experience.

Join the Blackdown Beast, a social self guided run across the Blackdown Hills from Dunkeswell on 24 January 2026 with 10 and 16 mile options. Enjoy scenic trails and refreshment stops while helping Macmillan Cancer Support.

Explore marked trails around Stonehenge in a friendly untimed event for walkers and runners, from 5 km to 40 km. Half the proceeds go to Salisbury Hospice and local athletics. Places are limited and it is cupless so bring your own cup.

Choose a half marathon or 10K through Moors Valley woodlands with muddy trails, steep climbs and chances to spot deer and birds of prey. Finishers get a wooden medal and the course is fully supported and timed.

Choose from three distances at Queen Elizabeth Country Park, including a canicross friendly option for one dog per runner. Enjoy scenic South Downs trails, water stations and a finisher medal.

Run the Starburster twilight trail at Hurn Forest, starting from St Leonards Cricket Club, with 5 mile or 10 mile out and back options under sunset skies. Bring a head or chest torch, enjoy the forest trails and support Forestry England.

Chase winter trails at the Haldon Winter Run in Haldon Forest, Devon on Sunday 1 February 2026, with 2.5K, 5K and 10K options for runners and canicross teams. Fully marked routes, medals for finishers and championship stages add extra edge.

The fourth race of the West Glamorgan XC League takes place on 1 February 2026 at scenic Kenfig Nature Reserve. Tackle 4.2 miles of classic cross country terrain with Cornelly Striders hosting; entries are limited so sign up from 19 January..