Trail Running calendar near Lynton 2026-2027

An evening trail event near Dorchester with 5k and 10k routes through sunflower fields and bridleways. Routes include an aid station and finishers receive medals, while the event supports a local hospital charity.

Mynydd Maen Traverse is a running event near Pontypool featuring a 9.8 km route with 291 m of climb. It includes separate junior races and accepts team entries of three.

A 7.5 km fell race at Cwrt-y-Cadno Show fields with 264 m of climb. Entry to the show covers the £5 fee; the course is partially marked and open to those over 16.

A Bath running event on 16 August 2026 featuring two long, lit railway tunnels and a programme from 500 m colourburst to ultramarathon and relays; proceeds support Sustrans.

South West Spartan at Badminton Park on 16 August 2026 offers a one day set of obstacle races across fields and woodland with generally flat terrain and some small hills. Distances include a 5 km Sprint, 10 km Super, 21 km Beast and a kids..

Portmellon Trail is a new 12 km trail run on 16 August 2026 around the coastal village of Portmellon and the Wet Bodrugan nature reserve. The course is described as fun, technical and challenging and the entry fee is 20 GBP.

A timed, flexible run along a 3.28 mile out and back route beside the Stroud Waterways canal. Runners choose distances from 5 km up to ultra and may complete as many laps as they wish within a seven hour limit.

Join the Crook Peak Cake Race in Axbridge on Wed 19 Aug 2026 for a spirited 3 mile fell challenge across stunning Somerset hills, finishing with cake and community cheer. On the day entry available for runners aged 14 and up.

Join the Gt. Links Tor Flyer on Dartmoor for a challenging 7.5 km fell race with 388 m of climb, finishing at the Fox & Hounds in Lydford. Open to seniors and juniors with pre and on the day entry.

A summer ultra on the Community Forest Path near Bristol with a 45 mile full loop and a 30 mile partial loop. The event features four checkpoints, bespoke finisher medals, timed tracking from 2026 and a mandatory kit list.

A 7 hour time challenge at Dare Valley Country Park where runners pick their distance from a 3km minimum. The event features a cupcake magnet medal, a baking competition, aid tables with vegan options, and free parking.

A children's fun run organised by Afan Valley Swimming Club on 23 August, covering approximately 1 mile of mixed grass and tarmac with uphill and downhill sections. Entry includes a finishers' medal and a bag of sweets.

A 10 mile trail race through Radnor forest in Mid Wales on 23 August 2026, held in aid of the Special Care Baby Unit in Hereford. The route reaches Black Mixen at 2130 ft and includes forestry roads, moorland and tree covered single track.

Trail races on the private Newnham estate near Plymouth on 28 August 2026. Choose an eight mile two lap route or a four mile single lap; canicross entries welcome and proceeds support Bowel Cancer West.

Experience a point to point mountain ultra from the Black Mountains to Cardiff featuring scenic ridges and historic castles. Choose between 33 or 44 mile distances with indoor aid stations and self navigation along the Cambrian Way.

Trail races at Wimbleball Lake include 10K and 5K runs with canicross options. The event is part of a bank holiday sports festival and offers camping, parking, finishers medals, event photos, and chip timing.

Participants run a 4.167 mile circuit every hour on the hour and repeat as many laps as they can until one runner remains. Camping is included and entry proceeds support people living with bowel cancer and related research.

Train ing Challenge on 29 August 2026 in Bridestowe is an eight hour timed off road event on a former train line. Participants complete 5.3 km laps and may do multiple laps within the permitted time.

Ras Beca is an 8 km race with 320 m of climb near Crosswell in North Pembs. Entry is £5 pre entry or £7 on the day and the event is insured by WFRA. Junior races cover multiple youth age categories.

A timed 8 hour event on 30 August 2026 in Bridestowe with flexible arrival under a TUGG system. Laps are 5.3 km on an old train line, places are limited to 70 and finishers receive a medal.