Trail Running calendar near Melksham 2026-2027

A Thames Valley LDWA challenge walk in Marlow on 4 October 2026 offering 25 km, 40 km and 50 km routes. Places are limited, entrants must follow checkpoints and carry mandatory kit.

A functional fitness race in Brierley Hill on 4 October 2026 combining ten prescribed exercises with repeated runs. Solo, doubles, and relay entries are offered with standard and LITE weight divisions.

Half marathon and 10km around RAF Greenham Common in Berkshire on a flat, traffic free course. The in-person event supports New Life Special Care Babies and includes water stations and a children’s race.

A 23 mile trail race across the Quantock Hills at Greatwood, Over Stowey in 2026. The event also offers the Pegasus Challenge four person relay; participants must be 16 or older and entry fees are GBP 44.04 to 49.46.

A point to point marathon on 4 October 2026 from Salisbury to Winchester along the Clarendon Way. Over 90% of the 26.2 miles is off road and a five mile Mini option is also available.

Bristol Epic Trail Sponsored By GORUCK is a trail running event at Ashton Court Estate in Long Ashton, Bristol on Sun 4th Oct 2026. Entry details, reviews, photos, course maps, and results are provided for the event.

A chip timed 10 km trail race on 4 October 2026 through Somerset countryside, passing a prehistoric long barrow. The event includes a bespoke medal, Race Nation app support, camping nearby and proceeds shared with two charities.

A flexible 6-hour timed run along the flat Jubilee River towpath. Run one 5.24-mile lap or see how many you can complete. The scenic route passes through countryside with views towards Windsor Castle.

Inflatable obstacle course at Cheltenham Racecourse on 10 October 2026 with options from 2.5 km to 15 km, family rules for children, finishers medals and on-site facilities.

A 55 km circular trail in the Forest of Dean that requires GPX navigation across single track, ridges and riverside sections. The event offers staffed aid stations, canicross category, support vehicles and a finishers medal.

A guided half marathon through the Chiltern Hills covering about 13 miles with 300 m ascent, grouped by ability and led by qualified Run Leaders, including a refreshment point, finisher’s medal and Trees not Tees certificate.

A 50-mile LDWA members-only event from Crowcombe Village Hall, run as two loops through the Brendon Hills and the Quantocks to showcase West Somerset in autumn. Pre-selection entry, mandatory kit, a live tracker and qualifying prior distanc..

Choose a scenic 10k or shorter 5k through the Chiltern Hills around Frieth, combining woodland paths and country roads. Expect rolling climbs and panoramic views for a rewarding, hilly challenge for road and trail runners.

A trail race on 11 October 2026 covering about 6 miles through an AONB near Doward and Ross-on-Wye, featuring single track, woodland, riverbanks and a notable hill climb, with marshals, a water station and limited entry for runners aged 17..

A community-run event in Old Basing with chip-timed 10K and 6K trail races plus a 2K family fun run, raising funds for Friends of Old Basing Schools.

MacTuffX Swindon on 11 October 2026 at County Ground combines ten prescribed Xercises with repeated runs in Classic and 2X formats, offering solo, doubles and five-person relay entries for adults aged 18 and over.

A new fell race on the Cat's Back ridge in the Black Mountains covering about 11.7 km with 492 m ascent. The partly marked, rocky route requires full kit and appropriate fell shoes and is open to runners aged 16 and over.

A community off road running event in Marshfield on Sunday 11 October 2026 with children's and adult distances. Entries support Marshfield Primary School and the routes use temporary access across private land.

Black To The Trails 2026 brings family friendly and longer trail runs to Blaise Castle in Bristol on 11 October 2026, with 1K, 5K and 10K options and free entry for under 16s.

Trail event at Burnbake Forest Lodges near Corfe Castle on 17 October 2026. Three marked routes of 24 km, 12 km and 6 km run on technical coastal and marshland trails with steep climbs, and outposts require a reusable cup.