Trail Running calendar near Frome 2025-2026

The New Forest Stinger is an annual 10-mile trail running event held in the scenic New Forest at Ocknell Campsite, Fritham. Organized by Totton Running Club, the race features an undulating off-road course that follows approved trails and paths, offering some of the best views in the forest. The eve..

The Combe Crawler is a challenging 8.5-mile cross-country trail race held annually in Ilfracombe, North Devon. The course features steep coastal paths, woodland tracks, fields, and stunning views of the dramatic countryside. Known for its hilly terrain, the race tests even experienced runners.The 20..

The Wallop is a scenic 21k trail run held within the Farleigh Wallop Estate in Hampshire. The course features a diverse mix of narrow woodland paths and wide gravel tracks that wind through forests and open land, offering runners an immersive natural experience. This half-marathon event is fully mar..

The The Maverick Exposure Lights Dark Oxfordshire will take place in Stonor on Saturday 29 November 2025. This trail is organized by Maverick Race. You can run between 7 and 17 kilometers.

The Maverick Original Oxfordshire is a trail running event held at the historic Stonor Park estate near Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire. Set within the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the race offers three challenging routes: 22 km (long), 12 km (middle), and 7 km (short), featuring elev..

The Wittering Beach Run is a popular running event held at West Wittering Beach, Chichester, known for its natural, unspoilt Blue Flag beaches. The course offers stunning panoramic views of Selsey Bill, the Isle of Wight, Chichester Harbour, the Solent, and the South Downs. Runners can choose from t..

The Medal Mix Challenge Day 1, organized by Running Events Devon, takes place near Capel Lane, Littleham, Exmouth on November 29, 2025. This 7-hour timed event welcomes runners and walkers of all abilities to complete as many 5.3 km laps as possible on a scenic, undulating out-and-back course along..

The Medal Mix Challenge Day 2, organized by Running Events Devon, takes place near Capel Lane, Littleham, Exmouth on Sunday, 30th November 2025. This 7-hour timed event features an accurately measured 5.3 km out-and-back course on a scenic, undulating old disused train line, fully paved and classifi..

The Surrey Hills Half Marathon is a scenic 13-mile guided trail run starting and finishing in Guildford, Surrey. Ideal for those new to trail running, the route showcases the natural beauty of the Surrey Hills, including landmarks like St Martha's Church, the village of Shere, Newlands Corner, and H..

The Secret Santa Series is a festive trail running event held in the Brecon Beacons National Park, starting and finishing at Cwmdu Village Hall, Powys. It offers three challenging distances: 14 km (Figgy Pud), 10 miles (Turkey Ten Mile), and a half marathon (Du Mulled Wine), with significant elevati..

The Secret Santa Tinsel Half Marathon, part of the Secret Santa Figgy Pud 14km, Turkey Ten Mile & Half Marathon Du Mulled Wine event, takes place in the scenic Black Mountains near Crickhowell, Powys, starting from Cwmdu Village Hall. Set within the Brecon Beacons National Park, the half marathon fo..

Endurancelife Dorset offers a challenging trail running event set along the stunning Jurassic Coast Path near Swanage. Participants can choose from four distances: 10K, half marathon, marathon, and ultra, with ascents ranging from 774 to 7,027 feet, making it a tough trail runner's paradise. The cou..

The Cowdray Winter Night Run, part of the Cowdray ‘Run The Seasons’ series, is a unique night-time trail running event held at Cowdray Park near Midhurst. Offering 5km and 10km distances, plus a dog-friendly canicross option, the course winds through the park, around the River Rother, and across the..

The New Forest Xmas Trails is a festive trail running event hosted by BigFeat Events, set in the picturesque New Forest National Park. Participants can choose from four distances: 15K, 30K, Marathon, and 50K, all on challenging yet runnable off-road courses. The event begins at Holmesly Campsite, of..

The Allsorts Tinkley Gate Santa Dash is a festive, family-friendly running event held at the scenic National Trust Tinkley Gate site in Woodchester, Gloucestershire. Participants can choose between a 5km off-road trail or a shorter 2.5km route, suitable for younger runners. The event welcomes runner..

The Celtic Trail Races, held annually at Dare Valley Country Park in Aberdare, South Wales, offer a festive trail running experience with three distances: a 34-mile ultra, a 26-mile marathon, and a 13-mile half marathon. The courses traverse rugged, ancient Celtic tracks through Afan Forest and the..

The Mince Pi Run - Races of 2 Decimal Places is a unique running event held at Shalford Park, Guildford, featuring distances from 3.14 to 31.4 miles, corresponding to 1 to 10 laps of a scenic, mostly flat off-road course with a few hills. There is also a Pi marathon option and a 1-mile fun run shape..

The Nightmare Before Xmas Trail ½ Marathon is a challenging trail running event held at the Bridgend Miniature Railway Centre in Bridgend, UK. Participants first tackle the "Hateful Eight," an 8-mile route featuring mixed terrain including a tough hill, scenic road sections, and a technical downhill..

The Slow and Dirty is a festive-themed 19-kilometer trail race held in Sturminster Newton, Dorset, following a flat, hard-surfaced route along a former railway line known as the Somerset and Dorset (S & D). Despite its name, the course is fast and clean, ideal for runners of all abilities, including..

The Christmas Carol Bobble Hat Run, organized by Saturn Running, takes place in the scenic Dare Valley Country Park in Aberdare, Wales. This inclusive event welcomes runners and walkers of all abilities. Participants can choose their distance within a 7-hour time challenge, with a minimum of 3km and..