Trail Running calendar near Dorset 2026-2027

A midweek *10 km* trail race at Moors Valley Country Park on 10 June 2026, set on shaded forest trails with chip timing, aid stations, a finishers medal and eco friendly event practices. Canicross options available.

A mostly flat, multi terrain race of about 4 miles around Dawlish Warren with beach, sea wall and coastal footpath sections. Finishers receive a bespoke medal and a complementary ice cream.

A multi-distance coastal event on Mount Edgcumbe peninsula using a roughly 10.6K loop repeated for half and full marathons. Options include 10K, canicross and kids races plus chip timing and finishers medals.

A 100 mile non stop race along the South Downs Way from near Winchester to Eastbourne, with 12 aid stations, full medical support and a 30 hour limit. Entry requires a prior 50 mile qualifier within specified times.

A 50 km nonstop trail race across the South Downs National Park with about 1,200 m of ascent, four aid stations, full medical support and a nine hour cut off. The course starts at Matterley Bowl and finishes at Queen Elizabeth Country Park.

An eight hour timed challenge on a 5.3 km out and back route along an old disused train line near Bridestowe. Turn up within a morning to early-afternoon window and complete as many laps as allowed to earn a medal.

Trail running at Wilkswood Farm, Swanage, with three measured coastal routes (23 km, 13 km, 7 km), technical rocky sections and varied outpost support. Dog entries are sold out.

A community 5k and 10k at Neroche Primary School with chip timing and countryside multi-terrain routes. Proceeds support the Neroche School PFA and a children’s fun run is held for a small donation.

The La Monquentinoise will take place in Cherbourg-en-Cotentin on Saturday 13 June 2026. You can run 7 kilometers.

Competitors run repeated hourly laps of 6706 metres at Breakheart Quarry until only one runner remains. The mixed trail loop has about 560 ft of ascent per lap and heads-up warnings are given before each start.

Trail races on 14 June 2026 in Cheddar Gorge and the Mendip Hills offer distances from 1 km to Marathon plus an Omnium multi event. Courses include marked trails, varied terrain, frequent feed stations and event medals for 6 km and longer.

Scenic trail races near Kingsclere, Hampshire offering marathon, half marathon and 10k on clearly marked single-lap routes with marshals and nearby parking.

A scenic off-road 10 km trail through the private Lulworth Estate near Lulworth Cove, featuring chalk downs, woodland, water stations and an event café serving homemade cakes.

A circular mixed terrain event around Exeter with a 14.2 mile Green Circle half marathon and a 9 mile Yellow Zone option. Both races start together and the course passes valleys and parks along the River Exe.

An eight mile trail on the South West Coast Path around Goodrington with coastal and woodland sections, Race HQ at Youngs Park, and a three hour cut off; finishers receive a bespoke medal and a treat.

A group trail run organised by Left Handed Giant Run Club that starts and finishes at Commune Cafe in Temple Hill, Bristol and covers about 18 km on local trails. Bag drop and post-run coffee are available and organisers will collect basic..

An evening fell race at Merrivale on June 17 with a senior 9.5 km course featuring steep climbs, ridge sections and fast descents. Limited entries, on the day registration if spaces remain, and basic facilities including parking and refresh..

A series of coastal ultra races along the Jurassic Coast World Heritage site offering distances from 33 km to 105 miles, self navigation on the South West Coast Path, live GPS tracking and ITRA points for selected distances.

Experience the beauty of the South Downs National Park with distances ranging from 30km to a 100km nonstop ultramarathon. Enjoy fully supported trails passing historic landmarks and stunning coastal vistas near Chichester Harbour.

A weekend festival at the Pinkery Centre in Exmoor National Park with trail runs, long walks, a sunset swim, guest speakers, social evenings and film screenings, featuring distances from 1.5 km up to 30 miles.