Trail Running calendar near Escot Park 2026-2027

A themed trail run at Wenchford Picnic Site featuring seven named hills over 7 miles or the double 14 mile Immortal Sinner. Canicross waves are available and the terrain may be muddy with possible ice or snow.

Experience the rugged beauty of the North Cornwall coast with four trail distances starting from the golden sands of Polzeath. Runners will navigate severe terrain and dramatic coastal paths in this professionally timed event.

A countryside running event from Budleigh Salterton with a 13.6 mile half marathon and an 8.5 mile third marathon. Routes use lanes, footpaths, the Otter valley and the Jurassic Coast with marked courses, aid stations and finishers' oak coa..

Night trail races in Haldon Forest offering 10K, 5K, 2K and 1K distances plus a canicross option. Courses are marked and marshalled with chip timing, finishers medals, event photos and on-site catering.

Experience a technical trail run through South Devon's Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Choose between four distances featuring rugged coastal paths and steep inland hills starting from Beesands.

A midwinter trail event in Chagford on Dartmoor offering marathon and half marathon courses that pass ancient stone sites. The courses include substantial ascent and are described as a significant winter test.

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..

A trail half marathon and 10K in Moors Valley Country Park, Dorset, run on gravel woodland paths with lap-based routes and limited canicross places. The event is chip timed, fully marked and follows several eco-friendly measures.

A twilight out and back trail in Hurn Forest offering 5 mile and 10 mile options. The event uses 2.5 mile laps, provides aid at the start and finish, and donates 20% of entry fees to Forestry England.

An evening running event at Westonbirt Arboretum on 6 February 2027, with 5 km and 10 km routes that pass through collections of over 2,500 trees. The surface is solid underfoot and ticket sales are currently sold out.

A two-day Exeter event with a two-lap half marathon and a 5-mile Riverside run along the Quayside and Riverside Valley Park, offering finisher medals and charity entry options with set fundraising pledges.

A Backyard Ultra near Crickhowell using 4.167 mile loops, eleven timed laps and a final race on the twelfth lap, with food, aid at HQ, medals including a 32 mile ultra award, and a 12 hour cap.

A winter running event through Westonbirt Arboretum's tree collections offering 5 km and 10 km wave entries on Sunday 7 February 2027. The organiser is Relish The Great Outdoors 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 measured 10 mile road race in Melksham with a route through Lacock, a finisher medal and prizes across age categories. The field is limited to 300 places and entries close on 1 January 2027 or earlier if full.

Dalwood 3 Hills on 14 February 2027 offers three off-road distances through hilly, muddy countryside near Dalwood Village Hall. Routes include river crossings, marshalled support and are held under a Trail Running Association licence.

Self-navigation coastal trail on the South West Coast Path around Portland on 14 Feb 2027. Marathon (two loops), Half and 10k follow looped routes; mandatory kit is required and entries are capped at 500.

Traverse the remote wilds of Dartmoor in this supported 30 km or 50 km winter challenge. Open to both runners and walkers, the off road route takes you through the most beautiful and rugged landscapes of the North Moor.

Races in Bath that run through two restored railway tunnels, featuring distances from 500 m family Colourburst to an ultramarathon and a start and finish at Brickfields Park.

An annual 12 mile trail race around the Vale of Pewsey organised by Pewsey Vale Running Club, listed in Worlds Ultimate Running Races. Proceeds from the Terminator have helped the club donate over £101,000 to local charities.