Trail Running calendar near National Trust - Knoll Beach 2025-2026

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.

Explore the Purbeck coast with BigSea Trails WATER, a single lap trail that starts on Knoll Beach and takes in Corfe Castle, Kimmeridge Bay and Old Harry Rocks. Expect rugged coastal scenery and varied terrain for a memorable day on the tra..

Run along the shoreline from Bournemouth Pier toward Boscombe on sand and over groynes, choosing 5K or 10K routes with lovely sea views. Great for all abilities, with marshalled support and a relaxed coastal vibe.

Tackle 100 miles of rolling chalk ridgeline in the iconic South Downs Way 100 on 13 June 2026, starting at Matterley Bowl. Fully marked route, stunning coastal and countryside views, and full aid support make this a classic ultra challenge.

Tackle the scenic South Downs Way 50 km on 13 June 2026, a fully supported trail across the chalk ridge. Part of the World Trail Majors Short Series, it features four aid stations and a 9 hour cut off.

Take on the Cotswold Way Ultra Challenge from 13 to 14 June 2026, based in Cirencester, with routes from 10 km up to a 100 km loop through classic Cotswold trails. Fully supported with campsites, catering and a finisher medal and tee.

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.

Run across the iconic chalklands of Watership Down at the Hampshire Hoppit. Choose marathon, half marathon or 10K single loop trail courses and toast your finish with a real ale.

The La Barjo Ultra & Raid de l'Archange will take place in La Hague from Friday 19 June 2026 to Sunday 21 June 2026. You can run between 15 and 80 kilometers.

Run the dramatic Jurassic Coast on 20 to 21 June 2026 with self guided routes along the South West Coast Path, live GPS tracking and staffed aid stations. Distances from 33 km to an epic 105 mile challenge with ITRA points on select races.

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.

Discover the wild heart of Exmoor at the Exmoor Running and Walking Festival, June 20 to 22 2025 at the Pinkery Centre. Choose from trail runs and walks from kids routes to 30 miles, and enjoy evening socials, film screenings and a sunset s..

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.

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.

Run the Serpent Trail near Petersfield on 4 July 2026 through heath, woodland and greensand hills, with distances from 10 km to 100 km for every level. Camping, coach transfers to starts, plus food and a licensed bar.

Join the Otter Rail and River Run for a scenic off road 10 km or one mile family run along riverside paths and woodland. Community event raising funds for the village playing field with finishers receiving a local memento.

BigHeat CAMP FIRE is a festival style trail weekend at Mill Farm in the Surrey Hills, pairing single lap scenic trails with a fiery communal vibe. Choose from 2 km to a 50 km ultra, then unwind with camping, live music and yoga.

The Cider 5K.ish is a one-lap, 5-kilometre trail run/walk set on Myncen Farm in Minchington, near Blandford Forum, Dorset. The undulating course takes you across fields, grass, wildflowers, crops and dusty tracks on private farmland with pe..

The Cider Challenge Solo is a 12-hour trail-running event held on a privately owned farm in Dorset (Myncen Farm, Minchington, Blandford Forum, DT11 8DH). Designed for solo runners, with the option to enter as part of a team, participants ha..