Trail Running calendar near Maiden Newton 2026-2027

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.

Point-to-point mixed terrain running from Mayflower Park following the Old Way pilgrim trail, with 15 Mile and Marathon options. The route includes a short boat crossing of the Hamble River and passes several historic landmarks.

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.

MacTuffX Portsmouth on 23 August 2026 at the Mountbatten Centre combines ten Xercises and running with solo, doubles or five person relay options; entries are for adults and a LITE weight division is offered.

A steep, scenic trail run in Godshill offering a 5K one-loop option and a 10K two-loop option with 738 ft of climb. A relaxed community fundraising event with no chip timing and local charity support.

An urban to trail 8 mile loop from Bournemouth Square through Meyrick Park, fully signed with a midcourse aid station and modest elevation. A 10 week social training programme run by Sole Clinic supports runners preparing for the event.

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.

Point-to-point ultras along the Cambrian Way into Cardiff, offered as 44- and 33-mile options with self-navigation, live tracking, indoor aid stations, and on-route support.

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.

An 8 hour timed event on 29 August 2026 at Bridestowe with laps of 5.3 km on a scenic former train line. Flexible arrival and multiple laps are allowed within the event window; finishers who complete a lap can collect a medal.

An eight hour timed event in Bridestowe with a TUGG start system and 5.3 km laps on a scenic disused railway route. Participants may complete multiple laps within the time limit and finishers receive a medal.

A guided 13 mile run from Newbridge Car Park across Dartmoor, visiting Bronze Age and medieval field systems, tors, and valley sections. The route has about 680 m ascent and requires trail shoes and half marathon fitness.

An eight hour timed loop event in Bridestowe on an out and back 5.3 km route along an old disused train line, with flexible start under a Turn Up Get Going system. Entry is limited to 70 and entrants must be at least 18 years old.

A 7 km fell race with 365 m of ascent in Machen on 31 August 2026. The route runs on steep, loose terrain so trail or fell shoes are recommended and entry is on the day with a £7 fee and age limit over 18.

A coastal festival near Hope Cove, Devon combining trail races from 5k to ultra with swim runs, a sea swim, camping, family activities, forest school and evening music.

A **30 mile** ultra run from Studland Bay around the Isle of Purbeck with about 4600 ft elevation. The guided coastal route uses the Purbeck Way and South West Coast Path and passes Corfe Castle, Kimmeridge Bay, Swanage and Old Harry Rocks.

A new *15 mile* trail event in September 2026 on the Rhymney Valley Ridgeway Walk, with 2,267 ft of ascent, mostly off-road terrain, one fully stocked checkpoint and organised entry support from Rudry to Parc Penalta.

A fully supported cross-country challenge across Dartmoor offering 50 km and 30 km routes with staffed checkpoints, map and GPS support, and Mountain Leaders providing navigation and first aid.