Trail Running calendar near Maiden Newton 2026-2027

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.

A set of Dartmoor trail races from Widecombe-in-the-Moor: a new 30-mile ultra, a half marathon with over 800 m ascent and an 8-mile 7EVEN, featuring marked half and 7EVEN courses and a partly self-navigated, GPS-tracked ultra.

Guided 30 mile trail run from Harting Down along the South Downs Way, visiting Beacon Hill, Cocking Down and Kingley Vale. Presented as suitable for first time ultra runners, run at a group pace with practical support and route guidance.

Three waymarked trail routes on 28 February 2026 around Lulworth Cove near Wareham, with coastal views, varied terrain and aid stations. Mandatory kit is spot-checked and rolling cutoffs apply, with a 12 hour overall limit.

A point-to-point, fully marked long-distance race along the Taff Trail from the Brecon Beacons to Nantgarw, covering about 70 km. The course mixes upland trails and valley cycle paths, with six checkpoints and a Merthyr drop bag for mid-rac..

Two winter mountain races between Brecon and Cardiff. The Brecon to Cardiff Xtreme is about 75 km (47.5 miles) over 11 summits with roughly 2680 m ascent, while the Taff Xtreme Marathon covers the second half at about 26.2 miles and 1300 m..

Weymouth Bay 10K is an accurately measured road race along Bowleaze Cove with an out and back layout and two laps near Pleasure Pier. The event offers medals and trophies, on-day registration, and supports Margaret Green Animal Rescue.

A 33.5-mile multi-terrain trail run around the Imber Range Perimeter Path near Westbury on 1 March 2026, organised by the Rotary Club of Westbury and Avon Valley Runners. Entries are handled via Entry Central.

A trail running event at Breamore House offering 5k, 10k, 5k Canicross and a half marathon on mainly rural trails, with marshals, aid stations and finisher medals.

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.

Run the coast in Exmouth with 5km and 10km routes along seafront, coastal paths, sandy beach and marina. Enjoy mixed terrain, seaside views and support the Sideshore Project with charity entries and donations.

A trail championship at Matterley Basin near Winchester on 4 March 2026, offering 10 km and 20 km races run on 5 km laps with mass starts and on-course water stations.

Distances The event offers two distances: 45 miles and 30 miles. Date and Location The event takes place on Saturday, 7 March 2026. It is a loop course on the Community Forest Path around Bristol. The 45-mile race starts and finishes at Ash..

Trail running at Hinton Admiral Estate on 7 March 2026 with 21.6 km, 15 km and 10.1 km routes; running, canicross and hike options through woodlands, heath and meadows. Finishers receive a medal, a drink and goodies.

Brutal at Chawton on Saturday 7 March takes you through Brick Kiln Farm and Chawton Forest, with mud, water, steep hills and technical trails for a true off road test. Canicross waves welcome dogs for a wild, fun run together.

Run a flexible-distance coastal challenge with views of the Isle of Wight. Choose from 5K to ultra-marathon on a mixed-terrain, lap-based course. Enjoy an aid station and a relaxed start window.

A multi-distance running event at the Larmer Tree Gardens on the Rushmore Estate in Dorset. Races range from a 1 mile fun run to a marathon, including a 10 km Canicross, and all finishers receive a full-colour 10 cm medal.

A coastal trail run in Swanage, Dorset on 14 March 2026 offering three distances, coastal views to Corfe Castle and a vintage train return. Chip timed with finisher medals, on-course refreshments and marshals.