Trail Running calendar near Ilminster 2026-2027

Run under the stars on 14 February from South Brent across Dartmoor, with 5 mile and 9 mile options for trail lovers. Expect riverside climbs, open moorland and muddy sections for a wild and memorable evening under the stars.

Run or walk the Purbeck Hill Challenge from Knoll Beach Studland, enjoying the Purbeck Hills and Jurassic Coast with optional orienteering sections. Multiple distances, solo or pairs, self supported and limited to 100 entries.

Run muddy trails, river crossings and steep climbs at Dalwood 3 Hills, with 10 mile, 5 km and 3 km routes for all abilities. Based at Dalwood Village Hall, enjoy countryside views, friendly marshals and basic on site facilities.

Run a flat, traffic free 10k on the National Cycle Network from Calne to Stanley near Chippenham, chip timed and well marshalled on an out and back multi terrain course. A 1 mile fun run for under 17s and limited entries make this a friendl..

Run Brimscombe's canal towpath at the Back to the 80s timed event, choosing any mix of 2.62 mile laps to make 5k to ultra distances. Enjoy a relaxed one hour start window, seven hour limit and a bespoke finisher medal to mark your effort.

Take on the Dartmoor Winter Traverse, a supported winter challenge across open moorland finishing at Meldon. Choose 50 km or 30 km and run or walk with experienced guides or independently on unmarked terrain with GPS support.

Run through Bath's iconic Two Tunnels on scenic tarmac and trail routes, with distances from 500 m up to 50 km plus relay options. Start and finish at Brickfields Park and £1 per runner supports Sustrans maintenance.

Take on the Sorbrook Slog on 22 February 2026, a lively 7 mile multi terrain race through footpaths, fields and gullies around Sorbrook and Sluvad in Cwmbran. Enjoy marshals on course, post race tea and cake and a finishers goodie bag.

The Terminator 2026 is a tough but rewarding 12 mile trail race around Pewsey, Wiltshire, mostly off road with muddy climbs and high point views. All finishers receive a unique T shirt and race village treats await.

Pair up for a winter challenge across Dartmoor's Eastern Tors, starting from the Rugglestone Inn in Widecombe. This demanding 11 miles route with 830 meters of climb needs teams, required kit and pre entry for a small, limited field.

Join a weekend fell and trail running retreat in the Black Mountains, Wales from 27 Feb to 1 Mar 2026 at Dinas Castle Inn. Guided runs on the Dragons Back ridge, skills coaching and bunkhouse accommodation make for an inspiring weekend for..

Hameldown Hammer returns to Widecombe in the Moor on Dartmoor on 28 Feb 2026 with a scenic but testing trail half marathon, the Hameldown 7EVEN 8 mile, and the inaugural Ultra. Expect rugged grassy and rocky trails, big ridge climbs and swe..

Experience coastal trails and stunning views of Durdle Door at Lulworth Cove Trails in West Lulworth on 28 February 2026, with 10K, 27K and 50K options over rugged climbs, descents and stiles. Aid stations, parking and route maps are provid..

Run a scenic 70k along the Taff Trail from the Brecon Beacons to Nantgarw, passing reservoirs, waterfalls and historic sites. The event includes coach transfer to the start, checkpoints, timing and a finisher medal.

Tackle a rugged 75 km mountain ultramarathon from Brecon to Cardiff, summiting Pen y Fan, Cribyn and Fan y Big over wild ridges and forests. A 26.2 mile Taff Xtreme option covers the second half; both are unmarked and GPS navigated.

Join the Weymouth Bay 10K on 1 March 2026 for a flat, fast coastal run starting and finishing at the Riviera Hotel in Bowleaze Cove. Enjoy seaside views, a bespoke medal, spot prizes and the chance to support Margaret Green Animal Rescue.

Tackle the Imber Ultra, a scenic 33.5 mile multi terrain trail run around the Imber Range on Salisbury Plain, starting in Westbury. Organised as a charity fundraiser, this classic March ultra promises tough trails, great camaraderie and fin..

Enjoy scenic trail running at Up on the Downs on 1 March 2026 from Breamore House, Fordingbridge. Choose 5k, 10k or half marathon on rolling country paths, with medals for finishers and a 5k Canicross class.

Celebrate St David's Day with the Dragon Run at Dare Valley Country Park on 1 March 2026, choose from 3 km to ultra distances or tackle a flexible 7 hour time challenge. Enjoy scenic footpaths, aid stations, medals and vegan goody bags.

Push your limits at Haldon Horror on 1 March 2026 in Haldon Forest Park with 3 hour, 6 hour or 12 hour formats on 5 mile laps and canicross options. Medals, live GPS tracking and free photos await, just bring a headtorch.