Trail Running calendar near Dunkeswell 2026-2027

Experience the rugged beauty of the Dorset coastline with trail races ranging from 10k to a 50k ultra. Run through the historic Lulworth Castle Estate featuring scenic climbs and coastal views.

A multi-terrain running event at the Flete Estate organised by Ivybridge Rotary Club, featuring 10K, 5K and 1K races, with marshalled routes, medical cover and finishers' awards for each distance.

A long, non-commercial fell race in the Black Mountains with a 27.4 km route and 1586 m of ascent. The event uses five checkpoints, requires full navigational kit, and operates on open access land with no on-course water provided.

A *10 km* trail race around Cleveland Lakes organised by the Cotswold Lakes Trust, run on flat tree lined paths with water views. Participants must be 15 years or over and agree to the event terms.

A community event from Barnstaple Pannier Market to Crow Point marking 20 years of Families in Grief. Includes an eight mile route, a one mile children's race, an event village and fundraising for local bereaved families.

Storm the Fort 10K Multiterrain Race in Plymouth follows a two lap route over grass, wooded paths and quiet roads and finishes at Woodland Fort. A post race event village offers refreshments and a family friendly atmosphere.

A 6k forest run near Moreton, Dorset, over woodland paths with the final kilometre on a quiet country road. Open to runners aged 14 and over; entry fees are £11 or £9 for affiliated runners and proceeds support local charities.

A 10 km fell race at Seatown and Chideock Hill on 13 September 2026 with about 570 m of climb. Entry is available beforehand or on the day for a £20 fee and the minimum age is 18.

A 12 km canitrail and trail run at Halo Ogmore Valley Life Centre in Ogmore Vale on 13 September 2026, held in aid of PAPYRUS. Participants may take part with dogs; tickets are listed at £26 and refunds are not offered.

A mainly off road multi terrain run of about 10 km around Crediton with Race HQ at Queen Elizabeth School Barnfield Site. The route uses footpaths, grassland and farmland, has a water station at 5 km and offers medals and age category prize..

A 12 hour Backyard Ultra on a 4.2 mile loop near Crickhowell in the Black Mountains. The final lap is run in reverse as a sprint to decide male and female winners; medals are awarded for 32 miles or more.

A 43-mile ultra and team relay along the Exe Valley Way from Exmouth to Dulverton, Salmon Run links running with river conservation and community events while tracing the salmon's upstream journey.

A 23 mile trail event on the Quantock Hills where runners compete alongside horses, with an additional Pegasus Challenge 4 person relay. The event is in Over Stowey and organised by Equi-Librium Coaching and Therapy CIC.

Fan Brycheiniog is a 15.5 km mountain race in Glyntawe with 840 m of climb. The course runs over rough tracks and open fell and requires navigation and competent mountain skills.

BigSky is the "Air" event in the Classic Element Trail Series on 20 September 2026 at Hyde Common, New Forest. Routes of 18 miles, marathon and 50k run over marked trails with multiple aid stations, mandatory fluid carriage and a bespoke fi..

A forest trail event in the New Forest with a 3.28 mile looped route, on site facilities and an aid station. Runners choose distances from 5K to ultramarathon and all finishers of a full loop receive a metal medal.

A trail marathon and a 27 km event on 20 September 2026 around Swanage, featuring coastal and hill routes, published time limits, mandatory safety kit and local charity involvement.

A long running trail race in the Doone Valley, Exmoor covering about 16 km (10 miles) over scenic but hilly terrain. The 37th edition limits entries to 250, requires entrants to be at least 16 and uses chip timing.

A single loop 10K trail run at Woodbury Common on natural trails with climbs and stream crossings. All finishers receive medals and top male and female finishers receive prizes including a donated sports massage.

MacTuffX Exeter at Exeter Arena on 20 September 2026 combines ten functional Xercises with repeated runs across solo doubles and team formats. Entries are for ages 18 and over and a LITE weight option is available.