Trail Running calendar near Dorset 2026-2027

Night time looped trail run at Moors Valley Country Park on 21 November 2026 with 10 km, 20 km or 30 km options, compulsory headtorch and free main car park; runners can choose a tree planting option instead of a medal.

The Trail à la Belle Etoile will take place in Cherbourg-en-Cotentin on Saturday 21 November 2026. You can run between 8 and 32 kilometers.

Scenic 10 mile off road trail race in the New Forest hosted by Totton Running Club with medals, water stations, parking and trophies for overall and age category winners.

An off road hill race around Brent Knoll in Somerset on 22 November 2026, roughly 6 miles with a steep summit climb and muddy trails. Facilities at the BASC sportsground include parking, toilets, refreshments and a limited bag drop.

Trail event at Mothecombe on the Erme Estuary with an 8.5 mile classic and a half marathon, marked course, estuary crossings, mandatory head torch.

Two trail distances on 28 November 2026 around Machen, featuring wooded single track, ridgeway exposure and steep climbs. The half course is fully marked while the marathon requires self navigation with marshals at key points.

A trail running event on 29 November 2026 at Charborough Estate through dense Bere Wood, with 10 km, 21 km and a two person relay across technical, marked trails. Facilities include one aid station, toilets and medical support.

Two coastal races from Hengistbury Head along Bournemouth seafront and Boscombe Pier. Largely flat, traffic free routes with chip timing, water stations and a finisher medal.

Trail races of 10K, half marathon, marathon and ultra run from Swanage along the Jurassic Coast Path on 5 Dec 2026, with mixed trail and grass terrain and significant ascent. The event counts toward the Endurancelife 26-27 season leaderboar..

A winter trail running festival at Holmesly Campsite in the New Forest on 6 December 2026, offering 15 km, 30 km, marathon and 50 km one lap off‑road courses with marked routes, bag drop and mandatory kit requirements.

Seasonal trail runs at Moors Valley Country Park featuring a 2 km Santa fun run for children plus 5 km and 10 km trail races, entries from £12.

A festive *10k* trail race in Cockington Country Park near Torquay with hilly, winding trails and countryside views. Finishers receive a bespoke metal medal and a choice of Christmas cake, mince pie or yule log.

A timed trail event in the Forest of Bere featuring a 3.28 mile lap and distance options from 5 km to ultra. Aid station serves sweet and savoury food including potatoes and vegan choices, and 20% of proceeds support Forestry England.

A 10 mile cross country run on the West Wight with notable hills and coastal views, organised by West Wight Sports and Community Centre on 13 December 2026. Past entrants note strong on-course support, windy conditions, a scarf memento and..

A timed festive event on the Itchen Way in Winchester with flexible rock up start times, a measured out-and-back course, lap options up to ultramarathon distance, and a bespoke finisher medal.

A level 19 km trail race along a converted railway through the River Stour valley. The family oriented event has marked route, aid stations, a canicross option and prebooked transport between start and finish.

A 10 km trail run and canicross at Renegade Brewery on the Yattendon Estate. The course is mostly off road with one water refill station and finishers receive a medal, a pint cup with a free drink and a mince pie.

A free, untimed community run along the canal between Bridgwater and Taunton with 14 and 7.5 mile options. Registration is required and basic medical cover will be available.

Winter X is a mid winter trail running event in Hampshire's Meon Valley offering 10 km, 30 km, 50 km and 70 km routes on public trails including sections of the South Downs Way. Checkpoints, marked routes and a rock memento are provided.

A winter 12.5 ish mile run on 29 December 2026 across hilly, windy and potentially snowy terrain, supporting The Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal. Entries are limited and the race is open to runners aged 16 and over with a three hour cut o..