Trail Running calendar near Lansdown 2025-2026

Join the Squirrel Challenge at Daventry Country Park, a fun 6 hour event where you complete as many 3.3 mile off road loops as you like on crushed stone paths. Canicross welcome and finish tokens include a medal or an eco tree token.

The Westonbirt Arboretum Winter Night Race is a unique running event set in the stunning National Arboretum, featuring over 2,500 tree species. Participants can choose between 5km and 10km routes, which offer a beautiful and varied landscap..

Hibernal Hills at Queen Elizabeth Country Park offers 50 mile, 50K and 20 mile single loop trail races across the South Downs. Expect about 99% trail, 6400 ft of climbing, seven aid stations, live GPS tracking and a bespoke finisher medal.

Run the Pilgrim Challenge along the North Downs Way from Farnham to Canterbury, passing historic countryside and charming villages. Choose 33 miles in one day or 66 miles over two days with overnight support, checkpoints and full event serv..

Take on the Muddy Woody, a runnable 6 miles of forestry and single track with steep climbs and fast descents at a new Aconbury Court Farm venue on 8 February 2026. Expect chip timing, a bespoke Muddy T shirt and hot drinks after the race.

The Portland Coastal Marathon is an ultra trail running event held at the Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy in Portland, UK. Scheduled for February 8, 2026, it offers a full marathon, half marathon, and 10k distances, catering..

Enjoy a winter run through Westonbirt Arboretum's stunning tree collections on solid underfoot trail style paths. Distances of 5 km and 10 km suit all paces. Tickets are sold out.

Run a rugged 27 km off road loop from Sidmouth with about 3999 ft of climbing as you visit four trig points in order. Enjoy coastal trails, great camaraderie and support Cardiac Risk in the Young.

XTERRA Matterley is an off-road sporting event held at the scenic Matterley Basin in Hampshire, United Kingdom. Scheduled for February 14-15, 2026, it offers a variety of race formats including duathlons and trail runs suitable for athletes..

Trails & Tarmac Backyard Ultra Winter sends runners on a scenic 4.17 mile loop in the Black Mountains, blending trail and tarmac with a touch of climbing. Complete a loop each hour; reach 32 miles for a medal and outlast everyone to win.

Take on rolling hills, muddy trails and river crossings at Dalwood 3 Hills near Axminster on 15 Feb 2026, with 10 mile, 5 km and family friendly 3 km options. Village hall facilities and medical cover provided. Bring a cup for water.

Run two scenic laps around Kinver Edge and the Rock Houses for a challenging 9.5 km off road experience on 22 Feb 2026. Capped at 100 runners, this intimate race awards medals and finish goodies but entries are closed.

BigMud Trails EARTH at Queen Elizabeth Country Park is a scenic single lap through the Meon Valley with two tough climbs up Butser Hill. Choose 16 mile, marathon or 50 km distances, enjoy on course support and plant a tree instead of a meda..

Run Bath's Two Tunnels, passing through Devonshire and Combe Down tunnels, with distances from 500 m up to 50 km plus relays. Support Sustrans and enjoy unique underground scenery and a lively festival atmosphere.

Ironwood Challenge is a scenic six mile trail through ancient woodland and hilly fields above Long Ashton, with mixed terrain and famously muddy sections. Chip timed, the race offers post run cake and supports Wellspring Counselling.

Tackle a guided 30 mile trail on the South Downs Way from Harting Down, West Sussex, passing Beacon Hill and the ancient yews of Kingley Vale. This friendly group run from Running Adventures offers a scenic, supportive challenge for experie..

Experience coastal trails at Lulworth Cove Trails on 28 February 2026, with stunning Dorset coastline views and the charm of the Lulworth Castle Estate. Choose 10K, 27K or 50K routes featuring rugged trail sections, climbs and classic count..

Explore scenic coastal paths around Chichester Harbour with views of Bosham Hoe, Itchenor and the South Downs and a short foreshore crossing at low tide. Choose 16 km or 21 km routes with canicross options and a friendly race day vibe.

The Brecon to Cardiff Classic is a 70-kilometer ultra running race following the scenic Taff Trail from Brecon in the Brecon Beacons National Park to Cardiff. Now in its 12th year, this fully marked, one-way race features diverse landscapes..

The Weymouth Bay 10K is a scenic charity fun run held in Weymouth, Dorset, starting at Bowleaze Green near the Riviera Hotel. The course is an accurately measured out-and-back route featuring two laps, extending towards Pleasure Pier and re..