Trail Running calendar near Dorchester 2025-2026

Jurassic Coast Challenge is part of Ultra Challenge Series along Dorset’s World Heritage coastline. Distances: 100km, 75km, ~50km and ~25km, plus a Weymouth Marathon loop and Bridport 10K. The course runs from Corfe Castle via Swanage, Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door, with Weymouth at halfway, then on..

True Grit Trail Half Marathon takes place at Bridgend Miniature Railway Centre in Aberkenfig, Tondu, near Bridgend (CF32 0EH). The 13.1-mile route is described as epicly challenging, with mixed terrain, killer hills, a Quarry section known as the Hill of Doom, and a technical downhill forestry trail..

North Downs Way 50 is a 50-mile point-to-point ultramarathon along the North Downs Way National Trail, from Farnham, Surrey to Knockholt Pound on the outskirts of Greater London. With about 5,600 feet of elevation gain, the mostly off-road route traverses iconic chalk downs, including Box Hill, and..

London 2 Brighton Ultra Challenge is Ultra Challenge’s flagship Capital-to-Coast trek from Richmond to Brighton. On 23-24 May 2026, it offers a full 100km route with ~1500 m of ascent, plus shorter options of about 50km and 25km, including a Brighton 25km loop. The course traverses Surrey and Sussex..

The VOGUM 2026 is a 40-mile ultra running challenge along the scenic Wales Coast Path, stretching from Porthcawl to Penarth in the Vale of Glamorgan. This event offers runners a chance to experience golden beaches, dramatic cliffs, and historic sites like Ogmore Castle and the famous stepping stones..

BigSea Trails (WATER) is a trail running event held on the Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, starting and finishing on the sandy Knoll Beach at Studland. Part of the Classic Element Trail Series, this race celebrates the element of water with routes that showcase stunning coastal and countryside scenery, inc..

Two Tunnels Races in Bath, UK offer a unique city-centre running experience beneath the city via the Devonshire Tunnel (408m) and Combe Down Tunnel (1672m)—the longest underground section of any UK race. The well-lit, surfaced tunnels form a flat, shared-use path starting and finishing at Brickfield..

Dell 10km is held at Dummer Down Farm in the Hampshire countryside, hosted by Dummer Down Brewery. The event offers a 10km multi-terrain route (including a Canicross 10km option) across private farmland, woodlands, fields and local roads, with about 90% off-road and around 163m of elevation gain. Th..

The Cotswold Way Ultra Challenge is part of Ultra Challenge’s UK trek and trail run series. It starts from Cirencester Basecamp in the heart of the Cotswolds and offers Full 100 km, plus 75 km, 50 km, 25 km options, and a 10 km Cirencester leg. The 100 km loop threads rolling hills, villages and foo..

Centurion Running's South Downs Way 50km is a 50km trail ultra in the South Downs National Park. The race starts at Matterley Bowl near Winchester and finishes at Queen Elizabeth Country Park along South Downs Way. The course is 80% trail and 20% road, with about 4,000 ft of climb.The route features..

The South Downs Way 100 is a 100-mile non-stop ultramarathon along the South Downs Way National Trail, from near Winchester to Eastbourne, England. The course runs along chalk ridgeway with rolling hills, ancient forts, villages and coastal views, about 15% road and 85% trail. Runners are supported..

The Cheddar Gorge Challenge is a demanding off-road running event held at Warren Farm, Charterhouse, Somerset, within the stunning Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Offering distances from 1km fun runs to a full marathon, the course features diverse terrain including open fields, flat..

The Hampshire Hoppit is a trail-running event set in the Hampshire countryside, based in the village of Kingsclere, midway between Basingstoke and Newbury on the A339. Distances on offer are marathon, half marathon and 10k. Races are mainly off-road and run as clearly marked, single-lap routes with..

The La Barjo Ultra & Raid de l'Archange will take place in La Hague from Friday 19 June 2026 to Sunday 21 June 2026. You can run between 15 and 80 kilometers.

Race to the King is Threshold Trail Series’ king-sized ultramarathon along the South Downs Way and Monarch’s Way. On 20 June 2026 at West Dean Gardens, runners can choose from four distances: Monarch’s Loop 30km, Coastal 50km, Castle 50km, and two non-stop options—80km and 100km—that stitch the two..

Jurassic Extinction / Jurassic Coast is a multi-distance ultra along the World Heritage Jurassic Coast, spanning from Poole to Exmouth. Distances on offer are 33km (Beer to Exmouth), 50km (Lyme Regis to Exmouth), 100km (Weymouth to Exmouth), and 105 miles (Poole to Exmouth), with a 70km option (Pool..

Run The Seasons at Cowdray is a late-June running event on the Cowdray Estate near Midhurst, with race HQ and parking at the Cowdray Farm Shop & Café. Runners can choose from 5km or 10km routes, including a dog-friendly canicross option, circling the Cowdray Polo Lawns and heading out to Ambersham C..

Devil's Punchbowl 10km is a guided trail run around the Punchbowl in Hindhead, Surrey. The 10km route follows scenic trails with several hills, run at a group pace rather than a race. It suits those new to trail running or who prefer running with others, especially at dusk or night.Top views are pau..

Serpent Trail is a long-distance trail-running festival set in the South Downs National Park, centered at Petersfield Rugby Club in Hampshire. Runners can choose from five distances—100km, 75km, 50km, 20km and 10km—with the 100km route offering about 1785m of ascent, nine checkpoints and an 18-hour..

Hope Trail Festival takes place at Newnham Park, Plymouth, Devon, on a beautiful 5-mile trail circuit set within a wooded valley on a 1,550-acre estate. The event offers 12-, 24-, and 36-hour endurance options for solo runners, pairs, or teams of up to eight, plus a Hope Kids race. It fosters a frie..