Trail Running calendar near Ilminster 2026-2027

A coastal running event in Bournemouth on Saturday 5 December 2026 offering 10 Mile and 10K routes from Hengistbury Head along Boscombe Pier, with chip timing, water stations and a finisher's medal.

Trail races run from Swanage along the Jurassic Coast Path on 5 December 2026, with 10K, half marathon, marathon and an ultra on marked, timed courses. Online check in and basic on-site services are provided.

Part of a 12 Days of Christmas series at Pengethley Manor in Ross on Wye offering 5k, 10k, half marathon, marathon and ultra distances on a tough off road loop. Runners and walkers have seven hours to complete their chosen distance with vir..

A one-lap trail running festival from Holmesly Campsite in the New Forest offering 15 km, 30 km, marathon and 50 km distances on fully marked off-road courses, with mandatory kit requirements, bag drop and parking on site.

A festive 5km off road Santa Dash at Tinkley Gate raising funds for Allsorts, a charity for children and young people with additional needs. Costumes are encouraged and dogs on short handheld leads are welcome.

Trail runs at Moors Valley Country Park on 6 December 2026 include a 2 km fun run for children and 5 km and 10 km trail options. On-site parking is available and entry fees range from £12 to £26.

A multi-distance off road event at Pengethley Manor, Ross-on-Wye where participants have seven hours to complete a chosen distance from 5k to ultra. On-site and virtual entries receive the same type of medal once the run is verified.

Choose your distance from 5k to Ultra at this festive off-road event in Ross on Wye. Enjoy a 7 hour time limit on a scenic course through manor grounds and vineyards with a unique themed medal for finishers.

Choose your own distance from 5k to Ultra at Pengethley Manor with a 7 hour time limit. Enjoy a festive off-road course through vineyards and hills with unique themed medals for all finishers.

Part of a 12 Days of Christmas series at Pengethley Manor, this offroad event offers distances from 5k to ultra on 2.5k laps. Options include in-person and virtual entries and a unique series medal for each day.

Part of a 12 Days of Christmas series at Pengethley Manor, this offroad event offers 5k, 10k, half, marathon or ultra on a 2.5 km lap course with a seven hour time limit and both in person and virtual options.

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..

Three marked trail races through Afan Forest and the Rhigos finish at Dare Valley Country Park. Distances range from 13 miles to 34 miles and include GPS tracking, checkpoints, and finish amenities.

A timed trail event in the Forest of Bere featuring a 3.28 mile lap and distance options from 5 km to ultra. Aid station serves sweet and savoury food including potatoes and vegan choices, and 20% of proceeds support Forestry England.

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.

Chilly Hilly is a 10 mile cross country run in the West Wight on 13 December 2026, noted for hilly coastal terrain, strong winds at times and scenic views. Entry is limited and a memento and post-race refreshments are offered.

The 12 Drummers Drumming Run is a festive Christmas series event. Choose from 5k to Ultra distances on a tough off road course at Pengethley Manor. A virtual run option is also available.

A trail half marathon on 19 December 2026 in Bridgend featuring a modified eight mile section plus five plus miles of muddy, technical trail. Entry is limited to 70 runners and the course is fully waymarked.

A festive family-friendly fun run at Dare Valley Country Park with 2.5 km and 5.0 km routes. Finishers receive a themed medal and goody bag; the event includes an aid table, toilets, a café and free parking.

A level 19 km trail race along a converted Somerset and Dorset railway through the Stour valley, with route markers, two aid stations, a canicross option, parking and post-race refreshments.