Trail Running calendar near Dunkeswell 2026-2027

A January off road 9.6 mile run across trails, fields and woodland with about 80 percent off road terrain. The event uses chip timing, has one water station at Littleton upon Severn and a 2.5 hour expected run time limit.

Coastal trail races from Start Point in Beesands offering 10K, half marathon, marathon and ultra distances on severe grass and rock terrain. The event sits within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and counts toward the season leaderboar..

A midwinter trail event near Chagford on Dartmoor offering a marathon and a half marathon that visit stone circles and other ancient sites. Both courses include substantial ascent and entries have an age limit and set opening and closing da..

Pagan Trails offers two challenging winter trail runs on Dartmoor. The over-28-mile Marathon and over-14-mile Half Marathon routes pass ancient stone circles and pagan sites. It's a significant test with strict time limits and mandatory saf..

Trail running in Moors Valley Country Park with a half marathon (two laps) and a 10K (one lap), chip timing, aid stations, and a canicross option. The event is eco-friendly, dog friendly, and supported by marshalls and event photography.

A 7 to 8 mile cross country run around May Hill in Gloucestershire with steep climbs, muddy trails and an open plain at the summit. A Sunday May Hill Mayhem option adds an extra loop to total 14 to 15 miles.

A twilight trail run in Hurn Forest offering 5 or 10 mile out-and-back laps, head torches required, trail shoes recommended, and 20% of entry fees donated to Forestry England.

A night race at Westonbirt National Arboretum on 6 February 2027, with scenic routes through tree collections and firm trail-like surfaces. Distances include 5 km and 10 km; tickets are currently sold out.

A weekend of road races in Exeter featuring a two-lap half marathon and a Riverside 5 that run along the Quayside and through Riverside Valley Park, organised to raise funds for local charities.

A Backyard Ultra near Crickhowell on 6 February 2027 with 4.167 mile mixed trail and road loops. Runners must complete eleven hourly loops and then race the twelfth; the event is capped at 12 hours and awards medals and a winner's trophy.

A 5km and 10km run through Westonbirt Arboretum on 7 February 2027, with firm trail terrain and routes through areas showcasing over 2,500 tree species. The event is family friendly and tickets are currently sold out.

A 17 mile self navigated trail run through scenic East Devon. Runners visit four distinct trig points on a course that starts and ends at the Sidmouth Watersports Hub.

A UKA measured 10 mile road race in Melksham on 14 February 2027 that runs out to Lacock. Prizes for overall and veteran categories, medals for all finishers, facilities include toilets, refreshments and two water stations.

A trail event in Dalwood on 14 February 2027 offering 10 miles, 5 km and 3 km routes across hilly, muddy countryside with river crossings. The event is licenced by the Trail Running Association and follows UK Athletics rules.

A self navigation coastal trail on the South West Coast Path around Portland offering Marathon, Half Marathon and 10k options with mandatory kit requirements and entries capped at 500.

Choose your distance from 5k to Ultra on a tough off road course at Pengethley Manor. Experience vineyard trails with a seven hour time limit and unique medal options for individuals or pairs.

A winter mountain trail event from Brecon to Cardiff featuring a 47.5 mile ultra over 11 summits and a 26.2 mile marathon from Merthyr, both on unmarked routes with GPS navigation and staffed checkpoints.

A one way, fully marked 70k ultramarathon along the Taff Trail from Brecon to Nantgarw. The route moves from mountain landscapes to former industrial valleys and includes coach transfer to the start, checkpoints and live GPS tracking.

A timed event on a 2.62 mile out and back canal route with flexible rock up and run starts. Distances range from 5 km through marathon and beyond, with a seven hour time limit and a finisher medal for all.

A fully supported winter traverse across Dartmoor offering a 50 km route and a 30 km option, mainly off road through remote moorland with on course guides, GPX support and included GPS tracker hire.