Trail Running calendar near Gloucestershire 2026-2027

Experience the beauty of the Cotswold Hills starting from the historic Sudeley Castle. Choose from five trail distances ranging from a 7 km short course to a 51 km ultra marathon through picturesque English countryside.

Experience an obstacle course race through historic site landmarks and riverside trails in Henley on Thames. Choose from distances ranging from 5km to 21km or bring the whole family for the dedicated kids event.

Explore the scenic parish of Deddington on a 5k, 10k, or 20k run through local farmland. This community event supports local schools and the Firefighters Charity while welcoming runners of all abilities.

Experience a multi terrain race along the stunning Jurassic Coast with routes through cliff tops and pebble beaches. This community event supports Beer Primary School and offers distances for various experience levels.

This 10K trail race starts and finishes on Cocklemoor in Langport, taking runners across mixed terrain paths through the Somerset Levels and countryside. It follows UK Athletics rules and is open to participants aged 17 and over.

The Ridge Off Roader is a trail run through the scenic Chiltern Hills. It offers a half marathon and a 10k route, plus a fun 1k for kids. All proceeds support the local school.

Experience a beautiful 10km off-road trail run through the Wiltshire countryside and Barbury Castle. Enjoy a marshalled route along the Ridgeway followed by a BBQ and drinks to support the local Air Ambulance.

The Batch Bash is a short, sharp fell race in Shropshire featuring a 4.8 km course with 305m of climb. It takes place on an evening in May. Entries are available in advance or on the day.

Test your determination on a 26.2 mile trail course through historic ironworks and rugged forest paths in Bridgend. Limited to 60 participants, this event features five fuel stations and a unique medal for all finishers.

A non stop 145 mile ultramarathon from Birmingham to London along the Grand Union Canal Towpath. This iconic event features a flat route with a 45 hour cut off and is open to all runners aged 20 and over.

Experience the landscape of the Shropshire and Mid Wales border with 10 or 16 mile routes for walkers and runners. Enjoy a scenic journey through moorlands and woods finishing on the historic Offa’s Dyke National Trail.

Enjoy a lively 6.5 km hill run on Mynydd Myfyr near Oswestry with mixed terrain and 150 m of climbing, supporting Trefonen Hill Walk Weekend. Entry on the day welcome; scenic views and prizes make it a rewarding spring challenge.

Experience an ultra flat and fast trail run along Taunton's beautiful waterways. Participate in the 10k or half marathon distances and enjoy a scenic riverside course with medals for all finishers.

Traverse the scenic landscape of Dorset on a point to point trail run ending at the Jurassic Coast. Choose between 100km, 50km, or 18 mile distances featuring heathland, forests, and the historic Purbeck Hills.

Run a flexible distance along Winchester's scenic Itchen Way. Choose your laps from 2.62 miles up to an ultra within a 7-hour window, with a famous aid station and a finisher's medal for all.

A chip timed *10k* trail run on 24 May 2026 that starts and finishes at Bredon Cricket Club. The marshalled route climbs to the 299 m summit of Bredon Hill and all finishers receive a medal.

Experience the scenic Herefordshire countryside with the Crocodile 8. This event features woodland trails and steep climbs across an 8.8 mile course including music and a post race celebration.

A 10 km multi-terrain trail run at Marlow Rugby Club featuring local trails, woodland and Thames towpath. Entries include timing, a medal, a pint cup with a free drink, and basic on-course support; minimum age 16 and a two hour cut off.

An off-road race in Dursley on 25 May 2026 covering about 10.31 km with 318 m of climb, visiting Cam Peak, Cam Long Down, Uley Bury and Downham Hill. Entries are limited to 120 and handled via Entry Central.

An inflatable obstacle-course run in Bristol on Saturday 30 May 2026 spanning a 5 km route. The organisers describe the 2026 edition as larger and more bouncy, with 42 recent bookings reported.