Trail Running calendar near Dorset 2026-2027

We have found 250 Trailruns within 80 miles of Dorset. See below where and when you can find the races.

Traverse the entire county of Devon on this south to north journey through Dartmoor and Exmoor. Choose from distances ranging from a marathon to a 112 mile ultra on waymarked trails ending at the sea in Lynmouth.

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Total Coastal offers three trail runs along Devon's scenic South West Coast Path. Choose from a 50 km ultra, a half marathon, or a 10 km route. The event is cupless and requires participants to carry mandatory kit, with aid stations provide..

A countryside walking and running event around Bath on 25 April 2026 with four distances from 12.5 to 26.5 miles, public footpaths and checkpoints offering food and drinks.

Experience a self-navigation ultramarathon through the beautiful Mendip Hills. Choose between the 50 mile or 50 km off-road courses starting from the Mendip Activity Centre for a challenging trail running experience.

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Follow the scenic Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal on this supported 40 mile point to point journey from Malpas to Brecon Basin. Enjoy a flat towpath route through the heart of the Welsh countryside with a 15 hour time limit.

Experience a scenic multi terrain race through Shute Woods and Kilmington. Choose from 7 mile, 4 km, or 1 km distances featuring steep woodland climbs and rolling Devon fields.

Run your own marathon on The Itchen Way in Winchester. This flexible 7-hour event lets you decide your distance on the day, from a short lap to an ultra, with medals for all finishers. Start any time before 1 PM and enjoy a stocked aid stat..

Discover the beauty of Dartmoor through a series of ten mile loops starting from Leusdon Memorial Hall. This members only event offers distances up to 31 miles across open moors and woodland trails.

Experience a diverse range of multi terrain races including a full marathon half marathon and 10K. This festival offers distances for all levels plus dog friendly runs and a vibrant colour fun run.

A blindfolded navigation challenge near Winchester where participants are dropped at unknown locations and must find their own way back on foot. Options cover six, ten or fifteen mile drops and devices are surrendered at registration.

Explore the ancient landscape of the Marlborough Downs and Vale of Pewsey on this circular event featuring routes from 10 to 35 miles passing historic landmarks like Avebury.

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Experience a trail running festival through the Jurassic Coast and East Devon countryside. Choose from multiple ultra and trail distances featuring significant elevation and scenery across a World Heritage Site.

Test your endurance at this Silver Ticket backyard ultra in Dorset where you must complete 4.167 miles every hour. Experience a unique mixed terrain course featuring coastal views and local landmarks until only one runner remains.

Explore the stunning coastal paths and spectacular southern cliffs of the Isle of Wight. Choose from multiple distances up to 106 km with full support, inclusive catering, and basecamp camping options.

Experience the dramatic coastline and steep moorland of Exmoor National Park across five trail distances. Run past towering cliffs and through the Valley of Rocks on technical terrain starting from Lynton.

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Experience an off road five mile race through the picturesque North Wessex Downs. Follow woodland tracks and rural footpaths on a course starting in Hurstbourne Tarrant with all proceeds supporting local charities.

Experience a scenic trail run through beautiful bluebell forests with distances ranging from 5K to a Half Marathon. Enjoy a way-marked course with well-stocked aid stations and a finisher medal for all participants.

Event Details The Marlborough Downs Challenge offers two off-road running events. Participants can choose a 20 mile or a 33 mile trail race. The distances are approximate. Course Information Both courses are mostly off-road, following sceni..

The Trail de T'Cheu Nous will take place in Les Pieux on Sunday 3 May 2026. You can run between 9 and 27 kilometers.

Experience the historic trails of Winchester across four distances ranging from 14 miles to a 50K ultramarathon. Run through the scenic South Downs Way and past the River Itchen on this fully marked trail course.