Trail Running calendar near Frome 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 trail running event on 13th September 2026 in Seale, based at Myrtle’s Courtyard, with marathon and half marathon routes along the Pilgrims Way and North Downs Way that raise funds for local charities.

Tackle the Wroxall Round on 13 September 2026, a scenic 21.1 km fell run around Ventnor with about 487 m of ascent. Open to adults, with on the day entries and team places, this is race 3 of the Isle of Wight Fell Running Series.

An eight mile community run from Barnstaple Pannier Market to Crow Point with a one mile children's race, an event village and a fundraising campaign marking 20 years of Families in Grief.

Experience an annual fun run at Barton Abbey in Oxfordshire featuring 10k and 5k courses on undulating terrain. Join several race distances or a flexible family fun run to support the maintenance of Steeple Barton Church.

A multi terrain 10 km and canicross event at Ridgeway View Campsite near Wallingford, with two water stations, chip timing and a medal. Finishers receive a pint cup and a free drink and the event raises funds for the Thames Valley Air Ambul..

A 6k forest run around Moreton on woodland paths with the last kilometre on a quiet country road. Held at Moreton Village Hall for participants aged 14 and over, with medals for all finishers.

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.

The Bradenham Blast is a scenic 10km trail race through the Chilterns. The hilly course features beech woodlands and a final 3km downhill stretch. It offers finisher medals, photography, and prizes for top runners and teams.

A backyard ultra near Crickhowell on a 4.167 mile loop of trail and tarmac. Runners complete hourly laps with a final raced lap to decide the winner, medals for yard completions and a special medal at 32 miles.

A single 50 miles loop through the Chiltern Hills with 5600 ft of climb, largely on trail. The race features five staffed aid stations, full medical cover, a fully marked route and a 13 hour cut off, starting and finishing at Goring on Tham..

A single-stage trail race of about 47 miles along the Cotswold Way from Chipping Campden to Painswick, featuring steep climbs, varied surfaces, on-course support, live tracking and a finishers medal.

Test your endurance at Wyre Forest in a unique hourly loop challenge where you choose your distance. Complete the 6.7 km forest circuit every hour to stay in the race until only the Lone Wolf remains.

A single stage, approximately 102 mile trail race along the Cotswold Way from Chipping Campden to Bath, with a 32 hour completion time and route markers, support stations and medical cover on the course.

A river-centred event on 19 September 2026 combining a 43 mile ultra and a multi-leg team relay along the Exe Valley Way, highlighting the Atlantic salmon with community music, symbolic baton relays and partnerships with river conservation..

A 23 mile trail race across the Quantock Hills at Greatwood, Over Stowey in 2026. The event also offers the Pegasus Challenge four person relay; participants must be 16 or older and entry fees are GBP 44.04 to 49.46.

A trail running event at Hyde Common in the New Forest on 20 September 2026 offering 18 miles, marathon and 50km ultramarathon routes with marked courses, multiple aid stations, a bespoke finisher medal and a tree-planting option.

A looped technical trail in the New Forest with a Grade I listed manor house backdrop. Runners choose distance on the day from 5K up to ultra marathon and receive a medal after one loop.

A coastal trail event near Swanage on 20 September 2026 offering a full marathon and a 16 mile race. The licensed event requires specific safety kit and supports local charities while showcasing the Jurassic Coast and Purbeck Hills.

Experience a historic ten mile trail race through the scenic Doone Valley in Exmoor. This hill focused course offers stunning views and commemorative medals for all finishers in a small field limited to 250 participants.