Trail Running calendar near Exmoor National Park 2026-2027

A family-friendly inflatable obstacle course in Exeter on 15 August 2026 with 2.5k, 5k, 10k and 15k options, music zones, obstacles on each lap and a finisher's medal for participants.

Trail running at Fyne Court Estate in the Quantock Hills AONB with 5 km and 10 km options, using parkland and woodland trails. The 10 km is two laps of the 5 km circuit and medals are optional to reduce waste.

An evening Dartmoor fell race revived by Erme Valley Harriers, with a senior route of about 10 km and 450 m of climb plus separate junior races. Race HQ is at Ivybridge rugby club and the start is on the edge of the moor at Gr 654569.

An evening trail event near Dorchester with 5k and 10k routes through sunflower fields and bridleways. Routes include an aid station and finishers receive medals, while the event supports a local hospital charity.

Mynydd Maen Traverse is a running event near Pontypool featuring a 9.8 km route with 291 m of climb. It includes separate junior races and accepts team entries of three.

A 7.5 km fell race at Cwrt-y-Cadno Show fields with 264 m of climb. Entry to the show covers the £5 fee; the course is partially marked and open to those over 16.

A Bath running event on 16 August 2026 featuring two long, lit railway tunnels and a programme from 500 m colourburst to ultramarathon and relays; proceeds support Sustrans.

South West Spartan at Badminton Park on August 16, 2026 features obstacle races across Sprint 5 km, Super 10 km and Beast 21 km plus a kids race. Courses run through parkland, fields and woodland on mostly flat terrain with some small hills..

Portmellon Trail is a new 12 km trail run on 16 August 2026 around the coastal village of Portmellon and the Wet Bodrugan nature reserve. The course is described as fun, technical and challenging and the entry fee is 20 GBP.

Choose your own distance on a 3.28 mile out and back along Stroud Waterways canal with a one hour flexible start window and a seven hour maximum for the longest efforts.

Join the Crook Peak Cake Race in Axbridge on Wed 19 Aug 2026 for a spirited 3 mile fell challenge across stunning Somerset hills, finishing with cake and community cheer. On the day entry available for runners aged 14 and up.

Join the Gt. Links Tor Flyer on Dartmoor for a challenging 7.5 km fell race with 388 m of climb, finishing at the Fox & Hounds in Lydford. Open to seniors and juniors with pre and on the day entry.

Two ultra distances on the Community Forest Path around Bristol: a 45 mile full loop and a 30 mile partial loop. Four checkpoints supply basic food and drink, electronic timing is used and finishers receive a bespoke Green Man medal.

A 7 hour time challenge at Dare Valley Country Park where runners pick their distance from a 3km minimum. The event features a cupcake magnet medal, a baking competition, aid tables with vegan options, and free parking.

A children's fun run organised by Afan Valley Swimming Club on 23 August, covering approximately 1 mile of mixed grass and tarmac with uphill and downhill sections. Entry includes a finishers' medal and a bag of sweets.

A 10 mile trail race through Radnor forest in Mid Wales on 23 August 2026, held in aid of the Special Care Baby Unit in Hereford. The route reaches Black Mixen at 2130 ft and includes forestry roads, moorland and tree covered single track.

Trail races at Wimbleball Lake on 28 August 2026 include 10K and 5K events plus canicross options. The event features chip timing, finishers medals, parking and camping at the lake.

Trail races and canicross at Newnham Park near Plymouth on 28 August 2026, with an 8 mile two lap option and a 4 mile single lap option. Entry fees are £18 and £16 and proceeds support Bowel Cancer West.

Experience a point to point mountain ultra from the Black Mountains to Cardiff featuring scenic ridges and historic castles. Choose between 33 or 44 mile distances with indoor aid stations and self navigation along the Cambrian Way.

A Backyard Ultra in late August 2026 where runners repeat a 4.167 mile loop each hour and continue until one runner remains. Camping is included and entry proceeds support Bowel Cancer West.