Trail Running calendar near Ilminster 2026-2027

Tackle the 10 mile Sirhowy Challenge on 17 May, a scenic multi terrain loop climbing 1500 ft to Machen Trig Point through the rolling Sirhowy valley. Undulating terrain suits adventurous runners and all finishers receive a drinks token.

A flat riverside trail event in Taunton on 24 May 2026 offering a 10K and a half marathon. Awards for top finishers and a large finisher medal are included, and past participants note friendly marshals and good feed stations.

An ultra distance trail across Dorset with 100 km, 50 km and an 18 mile Purbeck Traverse, fully marked routes, mandatory GPX files and a compulsory kit list.

Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Rocky with a flexible 7 hour time challenge at Dare Valley Country Park, where you choose your distance from 3 km to ultra. Enjoy scenic trails, on course aid, medals for finishers and ice cream at the end.

Join the Southampton Running Festival on 31 May 2026 for scenic 5K, 10K, half marathon and junior races around Southampton Common. Lap courses wind through woodland, ponds and parkland with an event village at the finish.

Run wild along the rugged North Devon and Cornish coastline at TSUNAMI Ocean Trails, with 37 mile ultra, marathon and 16 mile routes over dramatic clifftop trails. Expect big climbs, full support and a bespoke finisher medal.

VOGUM 2026 is a 40 mile ultramarathon along the Wales Coast Path from Porthcawl to Penarth, offering dramatic coastal scenery, staffed checkpoints and no time limits. Enjoy beaches, cliffs and a Pegasus finisher medal.

Midnight Mountain Marathon in Brecon Beacons lets runners start in daylight and finish under stars while crossing iconic summits like Pen Y Fan. Pick marathon, half or bergen entries and collect a finisher medal plus a warming mug of tea.

Tackle the Dartmoor Discovery, a scenic single lap 32 miles road ultra around Dartmoor starting and finishing in Princetown on 6 June 2026. Expect stocked drink stations, a bespoke medal and technical t shirt plus post race food and a livel..

Take on Blended's Backyard Ultra at Chilton Manor Farm on June 6 2026, running a 6.7 km trail loop each hour until only one runner remains. Camping, fueling and hot food on site make for a supportive, all day and night event.

Take on the Oner Ultra Trail Run on 6 June 2026 along the scenic Dorset Coast Path. This 85 mile challenge must be completed within 24 hours, perfect for experienced runners seeking a coastal endurance test.

Run beneath Bath through two restored, lit railway tunnels on routes from a 500 m Colourburst to ultramarathon, with distances to suit fun runners and seasoned athletes. Starts and finishes at Brickfields Park and supports Sustrans.

BigSea Trails WATER runs from Knoll Beach around the Isle of Purbeck on scenic single loop routes past cliffs, coves and Old Harry Rocks. Options range from a half marathon to a 54k ultra with coastal views and a tree planting option.

Run Bournemouth's beach on 7 June 2026 from Bournemouth Pier, choosing a 5K or 10K across sand and groynes. A friendly, marshalled event that asks for respect and good sportsmanship.

Run a scenic coastal loop around Mount Edgcumbe, with rolling hills and sea views across 10.5 km laps. Multiple distances from kids races to marathon make this a great family friendly day of trail running with chip timing and feed stations.

Take on the iconic South Downs Way 100 on 13 June 2026, a 100 mile non stop trail from near Winchester to Eastbourne across classic English downs. Expect rugged trails, aid stations, live tracking and a true ultrarunning challenge.

Run 50 km along the chalk ridge of the South Downs Way, finishing below Butser Hill in Queen Elizabeth Country Park. Enjoy sweeping views, rolling climbs, four aid stations and a 9 hour cut off in this World Trail Majors short series.

Tackle the rolling Cotswolds from Cirencester with distances from 10 km to a full 100 km loop featuring scenic trails and challenging climbs. Choose continuous or two day options with campsite basecamp, catering and full route support.

Join the Gecko Gathering at Siblyback Lake for scenic trail laps and family friendly distances from 2.5 km to 9.6 km, plus an epic 8 hour Siblython for endurance runners. Camping, a café and medals for all make it a relaxed lakeside race da..

Explore coastal and inland trails along the Jurassic Coast with distances from a fun 7 km up to a 23 km half marathon. Registration at the venue, full course marking, outpost snacks and a metal finisher medal make this a scenic, dog friendl..