Trail Running calendar near Melksham 2026-2027

Join this flexible timed event along the flat River Thames towpath in Walton on Thames. Complete as many laps as you like over seven hours to achieve distances from 5km to an ultra marathon.

Experience a historic ten mile trail race through the scenic Doone Valley in Exmoor. This hill focused course offers stunning views and commemorative medals for all finishers in a small field limited to 250 participants.

Explore the scenic trails and rolling hills of the Chilterns with this supported looped challenge starting in Henley. Choose between 50km, 25km, or 10km distances with full hospitality, including medals and basecamp festivities.

Explore the scenic Dorset countryside with a selection of off-road trail runs or walks. Choose from 10k to full marathon distances along the Fleet Lagoon while supporting local charities.

A 10-mile trail race set in the scenic Candover Valley at Chilton Manor Farm. The route features a historic Yew tree-lined finish and includes private trails with 240m of ascent. Participants receive a unique medal and can enjoy refreshment..

Explore the scenic woodland paths and castle views of Margam Country Park in this multi distance trail event. Enjoy a fully marshalled course with chip timing and a finisher medal for all participants.

Experience the beauty of the Forest of Dean on this scenic woodland trail half marathon. Run entirely on forest paths with no road crossings, this late September race features a chip timed course and finisher medals for all.

Explore the ancient trails and historic landscapes of Cranborne Chase starting from Salisbury Racecourse. Choose between marathon half marathon or 10k distances through scenic downland and woodland paths.

Enjoy a flat riverside run along the Thames with a chocolate themed aid station. Choose your own distance from 5km to ultra marathon within a flexible seven hour time limit.

The Kingfisher Challenge is a flexible six-hour trail run in the scenic Coombe Abbey Park. Run as many 3.3-mile laps as you like on paths through woodland and grassland. Choose your own distance and finish with a medal or a tree-planting to..

Join a 30 mile guided group run exploring the scenic Surrey Hills and Box Hill. This event offers professional coaching on the trails and is an ideal entry point for those new to ultra running.

A *50 km* point-to-point ultramarathon from Moors Valley Country Park to Hengistbury Head, featuring forest trails, coastal paths and a fully signed flat course. The race includes four feed stations, a GPS route file, medical cover and a 9...

Test your endurance at the Salt Settlers Six Hour Race by completing as many 4.4km loops as possible. This flat course in the Lower Otter valley offers solo or relay options plus access to an aid station every lap.

Choose between a half marathon, marathon, or ultramarathon in this self-navigation event visiting historic trig points. Navigate the beautiful East Devon landscape and South West Coast Path as a solo participant or in a pair.

Enjoy a flexible 7 hour time challenge at Dare Valley Country Park with distances ranging from 3km to ultra marathons. Finishers earn a themed medal and doughnuts after running through scenic Welsh countryside trails.

Wild Run Cotswolds showcases rugged off road trails on a private estate with fully marked routes, chip timing and a family friendly supporter zone. Entries are limited to 600; choose 10K, half, marathon or the six hour 360 challenge.

Experience a flat and fast riverside trail race along the scenic Thames Path in Richmond. Choose from 10km, half marathon, or marathon distances on a well marshalled out and back course.

Experience a scenic trail half marathon through the Quantock Hills featuring technical forest paths and open moorland. This UTMB index event offers on site camping and a rugged course with stream crossings for all finishers.

Choose from 25 km, 40 km, or 50 km routes in this self-navigated challenge through the Thames Valley. Starting from Marlow, this event features supported checkpoints and a group meal at the finish.

Test your endurance at MacTuffX Brierley Hill in October 2026. Choose between 400m and 800m intervals in solo, double, or relay formats for a unique racing experience. This event is open to all participants aged 18 and over.