Trail Running calendar near Maiden Newton 2025-2026

Epona 100 is a bold 100 mile trail race from Abergavenny that links Offa's Dyke, the Cambrian Way and the Beacons Way across roughly 17,000 ft of ascent. Expect rugged trails, aid station support and a generous 50 hour time limit.

Take on the Ridgeway 40 Walk on Saturday 9 May 2026, a 40 mile linear challenge from Avebury to Streatley across rolling chalk downlands. Enjoy sweeping views and pass Bronze Age burial mounds, Iron Age hill forts and Uffington White Horse.

Sid Valley Ring Half and Third Marathon is a scenic trail around Sid Valley with coastal views, woodland and rolling hills for runners and walkers. Fully marked routes, aid stations and an oak finisher coaster await after 22 km or 13.5 km.

Take on Endurancelife Exmoor on 9 May for sweeping moorland, cliffs and wooded combes with routes from 10K to an Ultra, featuring stiff climbs and stunning coastal views. Fully marked courses, electronic timing and a finishers medal make it..

Join the Hardy Half in Dorchester for scenic trail running with a 5 mile option or a challenging half marathon with about 1400 ft of climbing. Finish at Dorchester club where an event village, entertainment and local fundraising await.

Take on the True Grit Trail Half Marathon on 16 May 2026 for a gritty 13.1 mile test across quarry sections, forestry trails and the scenic Bedford Park. With 50 places available this muddy, wild route rewards finishers with a bespoke medal..

Explore the dramatic Dorset Jurassic Coast from Corfe Castle to Bridport, via Lulworth Cove, Durdle Door and Portland Bill. Choose from multiple distances and single day or two day options, with camping at Weymouth and full on course suppor..

Take on scenic off road trails around Roadford Lake with half marathon, 10K, 5K plus canicross and short kids races. Family and dog friendly event with medals, finish snacks and post race beers.

Join the Semington Slog on 16 May 2026 at St Georges School for 10k and 2k routes through the village and along the Kennet and Avon Canal towpath. Family friendly fun with marshalls, refreshments and a Slog Dog for every finisher.

Race The Tide at Flete Estate in South Devon offers scenic estuary and coastal trails with beach running and a memorable tide crossing to Burgh Island. Choose from about 29 mile marathon, 15 mile long half marathon or an 8.5 mile woodland t..

Run the scenic Berkshire Downs at the Compton Downland Challenge on 16 May 2026, with 26.8 mile or 16 mile trail options along the ancient Ridgeway. Expect climbs, muddy paths, aid stations, chip timing and a hearty post race BBQ.

London 2 Brighton : event overview The London 2 Brighton Ultra Challenge takes place on 23-24 May 2026. The main continuous route runs from Richmond, West London, to Brighton Racecourse. The event uses trails over the North Downs and South..

Event overview Rocky at 50 Run - Wales is a 7 hour time challenge held at Dare Valley Country Park in Aberdare. Runners may choose their own distance during the event, with a minimum official finish distance of 3 km. Finishers who complete..

Dartmoor Prison Break is a timed escape challenge from HMP Dartmoor where participants pick their own route to travel the furthest across the moor in 6, 12 or 24 hours. GPS tracked by Dartmoor Search and Rescue, all finishers get a medal.

Run the scenic Southampton Common, winding through woodland, ponds and parkland with half marathon, 10K, 5K and junior races. Enjoy marshalled routes, a lively event village with food and partner stalls and optional event T shirt.

Tackle 40 miles of the Wales Coast Path from Porthcawl to Penarth, passing golden beaches, cliffs and Ogmore Castle. No time limits and strong support let you relax and earn a Pegasus medal.

BigSea Trails (WATER) is a trail running event held on the Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, starting and finishing on the sandy Knoll Beach at Studland. Part of the Classic Element Trail Series, this race celebrates the element of water with routes..

Run through two lit railway tunnels beneath Bath on routes from short fun runs to ultra distances. Starts and finishes at family friendly Brickfields Park and each entry supports Sustrans, making it a memorable community day out.

Run the scenic Care for Kids Barnstaple 10K on 7 June 2026 along a flat, mostly off road route on the Tarka Trail and riverside parks. Enjoy chip timing, a finishers medal and an event shirt for early entrants while supporting a great local..

Run the South Downs Way 100, a non stop 100 mile trail from Winchester to Eastbourne with rolling hills, ancient forts and coastal views. Experience a classic ultra that tests endurance across iconic southern landscapes.