Trail Running calendar near Melksham 2025-2026

Run the South Downs Way 50 km on 13 June 2026, a scenic chalk ridge ultra with about 4,000 ft of climb across mostly trail. Four aid stations, a 9 hour cut off and a memorable finish at Queen Elizabeth Country Park await.

Run the scenic Cotswold Way from a Cirencester basecamp on 13 and 14 June 2026, choosing a full 100 km loop or shorter trail distances to suit every level. Expect rest stops, GPS tracking, medical and massage teams, plus camping and caterin..

Tackle scenic but hilly forest trails at the Wendover Woods Half Marathon and 10k on 14 June 2026, with a friendly junior run and on the day entries if available. Spectators can enjoy a cafe, forest walks and family activities.

Take in sweeping views from Watership Down on scenic trails with marathon, half and 10K options. Enjoy chip timing, a finisher medal, goody bag and a keepsake beer glass while supporting Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance.

Run the dramatic Cheddar Gorge on trails across the Mendip Hills, from a fun 1k up to a full marathon, with cliff top views, meadows and rugged rock underfoot. Finishers of 6km and longer earn a two sided event medal.

The Phoenix - Denbies Marathon & Half Marathon will take place in Dorking on Saturday 20 June 2026. You can run between 21 and 42 kilometers.

Race to the King on 20 June 2026 invites runners to explore the South Downs and Monarch's Way at West Dean Gardens, with coastal and castle views. Distances from 30 to 100 km include full support, food stops and a hot finish meal.

Centaur 100 Mile Ultra at Denbies Wine Estate invites runners from half marathon to 100 miles on a single off road 1 mile vineyard loop. Chip timing, stocked aid and a 30 hour limit for 100 miles make it a scenic buckle or medal chase.

Event overview P24 - The Longest Attended Day is scheduled for Saturday 20 June 2026 at Denbies Wine Estate in Dorking, Surrey (RH5 6AA). The format requires participants to run 1 mile at the same time each hour, repeated 24 times across 24..

Run the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site on 20 to 21 June with self navigated multi distance races from Poole to Exmouth. Enjoy scenic coastal trails, live GPS tracking and well stocked aid stations for a professionally managed challenge.

Run a scenic point to point trail through Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire with a 50 mile ultra or a marathon, both finishing at Marlow Park, Grafham Water. Waymarked routes, aid stations and medals for all finishers.

Take on the Dunstable Downs Half Marathon, a scenic 21.2 km trail with steep climbs and panoramic countryside views. Limited to 300 runners, this rugged UTMB World Series qualifier promises a memorable off road challenge.

Run the Martian Race at Horsell Common on 21 June 2026 and follow routes through the sandpits immortalised in H.G. Wells The War of the Worlds. Volunteer organised and charity focused, with distances for all ages.

Celebrate the season finale at Cowdray Estate with scenic routes across polo lawns, Ambersham Common and views of the Cowdray Ruins and South Downs. Canicross options, a kids run and post race BBQ and bar make for a festive family finish.

Enjoy scenic Thames Valley trails at Marlow Rugby Club with 5K, 10K and Half Marathon options on well marked off road courses. Chip timing, free race photos and a themed finisher medal make this a fun, sustainable event for all abilities.

Join a guided 10km trail run around the Devil's Punchbowl in Hindhead, enjoying rolling hills and a scenic pause with great views. This friendly group paced run is led by an experienced guide and runs at sunset or by headtorch in winter.

Event overview The SATURN Midweek Chasing Numbers event takes place on Friday, 3 July 2026 at Wraysbury Skiff & Punting Club, Egham (TW20 0AE). It is a 7 hour Time Challenge with flexible start times available throughout the day. The ev..

Join the PIGUM on July 4, 2026 in Abergavenny for a 30 mile mountain trail ultra with about 5,000 feet of climbing, taking in Sugar Loaf and ridge country. Expect fully stocked checkpoints, friendly crew support and no time limit.

Take on the Serpent Trail in the South Downs on 4 July 2026, with routes from 10 km to 100 km across heathland, ancient woods and chalk hills. Camping, coach transfers, food and a licensed bar make it a perfect weekend for runners and walke..

Run a scenic Half Marathon from Wolverhampton to Brindley Place along canal towpaths and through a 360 m tunnel on a flat route. Chip timed waves, early entrants may get personalised bibs, finishers receive a medal, T shirt and goody bag.