Trail Running calendar near Gloucestershire 2026-2027

Part of a 12 Days of Christmas race series at Pengethley Manor, this offroad event offers distances from 5k to ultra with a seven hour time limit. A virtual option is available and virtual runners can receive the same medal after verificati..

Winter trail races through Afan Forest and the Rhigos range finishing at Dare Valley Country Park. Options include a 34 mile ultra, a marathon and a linear half with marked routes, checkpoints and a compulsory kit list.

Part of a 12 Days of Christmas series on 13 December 2026 at Pengethley Manor, this off-road event offers 5k, 10k, half, marathon and ultra options on a 2.5 km lap with a seven hour limit. Virtual entries and medals are available.

Seasonal trail races through Salcey Forest on 13 December 2026 offer 10k, 5k and a 1.2 km junior run. The event uses mostly flat forest trails, awards bespoke medals and prizes, welcomes seasonal fancy dress and raises funds for Shelter.

Trail runs at Wyre Forest on 13 December 2026 include a family one mile plus 5 km and 10 km options, with canicross on the 5 km and 10 km. Finishers receive medals and seasonal refreshments.

A pre Christmas anniversary timed run in Stroud on 13 December 2026 with flexible lap-based entry on a 3.28 mile canal route; distances range from 5 km to ultra and all finishers receive a bespoke medal and a memento.

Mortimer Forest Trail Race is a trail running event in Mortimer Forest organised by Ludlow Runners and set for 13 December 2026. The organiser's site lists routes, sign up, environmental information, photos, results and contact details.

Offroad timed runs at Pengethley Manor on 14th December 2026 offering 5k, 10k, half marathon, marathon and ultra options with a seven hour time limit. A virtual option includes personalised virtual bibs and medal delivery after verification..

A festive off road event at Pengethley Manor offering 5k, 10k, half, marathon and ultra options with a seven hour time limit. Runners and walkers can also enter virtually and receive the same medal after verification.

A trail half marathon on mixed terrain at Bridgend Miniature Railway Centre with a marked multi-section route, limited to 70 runners and a prize for imaginative Christmas fancy dress.

A hill race on the Skirrid near Llanvihangel Crucorny on 19 December 2026, covering 5.7 km with 450 m ascent. The route runs from a field start up to the ridge and summit, then down the north west ridge, with roadside parking and a kit dump..

A timed festive event on the Itchen Way in Winchester with flexible rock up start times, a measured out-and-back course, lap options up to ultramarathon distance, and a bespoke finisher medal.

A Christmas Carol bobble hat run at Dare Valley Country Park offering distances from 3 km to ultra and a 7 hour Time Challenge; finishers receive a themed medal, bobble hat and goody bag, with aid stations, toilets and free parking on site.

A level 19 km trail race along a converted railway through the River Stour valley. The family oriented event has marked route, aid stations, a canicross option and prebooked transport between start and finish.

A 10 km trail run and canicross at Renegade Brewery on the Yattendon Estate. The course is mostly off road with one water refill station and finishers receive a medal, a pint cup with a free drink and a mince pie.

A Boxing Day fell event at Stiperstones Inn near Minsterley, covering 4.8 km with 244 m climb. Partially marked course with limited experience required; online entries for recorded times and proceeds go to Severn Hospice.

A no frills, self guided winter trail through the Marches with routes of about 30 miles and about 16 miles, linking Ludlow, Aymestrey and Kington across hills, limestone tops and valleys.

A free, untimed community run along the canal between Bridgwater and Taunton with 14 and 7.5 mile options. Registration is required and basic medical cover will be available.

A winter cross-country event at Butlers Lands Farm featuring water crossings, Roman Walls, fields and footpaths. Distances are 10K and 10 Mile with entry fees from £32 to £35; finish-line refreshments include mulled wine and mince pies.

A winter trail event in Mortimer Forest offering an approximately 10-mile mixed-terrain race and a shorter 4-mile route, both featuring a climb to High Vinnalls, muddy trails, and a downhill finish with long-range views.