Trail Running calendar near Maiden Newton 2025-2026

Celebrate the 10th Dartmoor Volcano Race, a 10.5 mile trail challenge across rugged moorland with over 550 metres of ascent, river crossings and a volcano summit. Expect technical terrain, sweeping views and a festive finish line.

Experience the Isle of Wight Fell Race Series in Ventnor on 12 and 13 September 2026, with three scenic, challenging races from a 3.8 km junior climb to a 21 km classic. Organized by Ryde Harriers, the weekend hosts the SEAA Fell Running Ch..

The Relentless is a looped ultra near Bridgend on 18 September 2026 with 50 mile and 100 mile options over repeated 10 mile laps and big climbing. Limited to 25 runners per distance, the race features a well stocked hub for aid and crew.

Take on Trails & Tarmac Backyard Ultra in Crickhowell, a scenic 4.2 mile loop split between trail and tarmac. Run an hourly loop until you are the last runner standing, with medals awarded from 32 miles.

BigSky Trails concludes the Classic Element Trail Series, sending runners from Hyde Common across open plains and winding New Forest trails with wide horizon views. Choose 18 mile or marathon and take a bespoke medal or opt for a tree.

Race scenic trails at Margam Country Park with castle views on a 5K or 10K loop. Fully marked and marshalled with chip timing, water stations and a finisher medal, ideal for new and experienced runners.

Run through ancient woodland in the Forest of Dean at the Autumn Half Marathon starting and finishing at Speech House. This scenic 13 mile trail on well marked tracks supports local charities and awards a medal to every finisher.

Experience Cranborne Chase from Salisbury Racecourse on scenic undulating trails. Choose marathon, half marathon or 10k along ancient droves and woodland tracks, with parking, showers and a medal for every finisher.

Run the Dartmoor Way on 2 3 October 2026 with the Full Circle 100 or Granite 50, two rugged trail races across moorland, woods and green lanes. Big climbs, indoor checkpoints and a true off road challenge for experienced runners.

Tackle Dartmoor with the Full Circle 100 or the rugged Granite 51 mile eastern loop across Dartmoor National Park. Expect waymarked moorland, woodland and riverside trails, strong on support with GPS tracking and finishers medals.

Run a scenic multi terrain 10 mile course through Stover Country Park and Teigngrace, mostly off road, at Stover School, Newton Abbot on Sunday 4 October 2026. Limited to 325 entries and includes a 1 mile fun run and bespoke finisher medals..

Take on the South Hams Ultra on 10 and 11 October 2026, a stunning multi distance trail around South Hams with 100 miles, 44 miles or marathon options. Expect coastal views, estuaries, a ferry crossing and tough, rewarding terrain.

The The Maverick Jurassic Coast X-Trail will take place in Corfe Castle on Saturday 17 October 2026. This trail is organized by Maverick Race. You can run between 13 and 56 kilometers.

Blaze the Biblins is a lively 6 miles trail race through ancient woodland, riverside paths and historic ironworks, featuring climbs and technical single track. Enjoy prizes, a memento and post race tea and cake; entries are limited.

Creepy Crawl on 21 October 2026 at Pengethley Manor offers 5k to ultra distances on a challenging off road loop through hills and two vineyards. Ideal for runners and walkers craving a scenic, gritty test of endurance.

Run across the sands of West Wittering at the Witterings Beach Run this November, with 5 km, 10 km and 15 km options and canicross entries. Enjoy coastal views, chip timing and a finisher medal on a plastic free, dog friendly course.

The North Coast 110 will take place in Combe Martin from Saturday 7 November 2026 to Sunday 8 November 2026. You can run between 38 and 110 miles.

Run the rolling South Downs from Goodwood Racecourse this November, with 12km, 19km or 21km trail options. Tackle chalk tracks, forest trails and big views, enjoy on course support, chip timing and a finisher medal, and dogs are welcome.

Take on NIGHT DESCENT 32 Ultra, an overnight staged 32 miles around Bridgend split into four progressive stages. With aid stations, gear drop and a buzzing base camp, this event blends challenge and camaraderie under headlamp light.

Explore ancient woodland and open heath in the New Forest with 10 km, 17 km or 22 km trail options. Enjoy waymarked gravel paths, on course support and a finisher medal, and note water stations are plastic free so bring a reusable cup.