Trail Running calendar near New Forest District 2025-2026

The Cardiff Trail 10k is an exciting running event set against the stunning backdrop of Castell Coch. Scheduled for January 18, 2026, this newly introduced race offers participants a unique blend of competition and natural beauty, making it..

Join Ryde Harriers for a three race cross country series at Smallbrook Stadium in Jan and Feb 2026, with a testing 10 km course and a 6.5 km youth option. Expect varied terrain, team trophies and friendly club racing with limited entries.

Take on the Riverbank Rollick a scenic 9.6 mile off road trail run along riverside paths, through woodland and a stream crossing. Earn a metal finisher medal that links to two other Thornbury Running Club races for a collectable series.

Take on the Arundel and SDW Winter Trails 2026, a point to point off road run from Heyshott to Arundel by Arundel Castle. Choose marathon or 15 mile routes through rolling fields and riverside trails and cross a scenic suspension bridge.

Take on a three hour trail challenge from Holmbury St Mary and complete as many 5 km laps as you can across scenic Surrey Hills trails and the climb to Holmbury Hill. Entry includes a bowl of chilli or curry and a headtorch is required.

Tackle a wet and hilly trail at Bagshot on Saturday 24 January 2026, with splashy puddles and twisting climbs to test you. Choose a single lap 5 km or two lap 10 km for a muddy, adventurous winter race.

Join the social, self navigated Blackdown Beast, a scenic cross country run from Dunkeswell Airfield supporting Macmillan Cancer Support. Expect village hall and pub refreshment stops, stunning hills and 10 or 16 mile options.

Run a scenic, flat trail through Alexandra Gardens near Windsor Castle with 10K and half marathon options. Chip timed, marshalled and offering free photos, post race goodies and a tech tee deal.

Tackle scenic, eco friendly trail races through Ashdown Forest at Pippingford Park, with 10 and 5 mile options over rolling, hilly trails. Enjoy forest views, supportive volunteers, bespoke medals and cash prizes for top finishers.

Experience iconic views of Stonehenge on the Stonehenge Stomp, a friendly walking event that also welcomes runners. Choose routes from 5 km to 40 km and book online when entry opens on 1 November 2025 as places are limited.

Choose the Moors Valley Wildwood Trail Half Marathon or 10K through scenic woodland and muddy gravel trails where deer and birds of prey may appear. Chip timed, eco friendly event with aid stations and a wooden finisher medal.

The Longbridge 100 Backyard Ultra is a last-man/woman-standing race staged at Longbridge Farm Barns near Litlington in Alfriston, England. Each loop is 4.2 miles and begins on the hour, with competitors required to be inside the corral when..

Run scenic trails on the South Downs at Queen Elizabeth Country Park with 8, 15 or 22 km routes through woodland and rolling chalk tracks. Dog friendly, timed and offering water stations and finisher medals, it suits runners of every level.

Join the G3 Series on Saturday 31 January 2026 for scenic 15 km and 10 km runs near Hound House Road in Surrey. Friendly, well signed courses and easy parking make this a perfect winter tune up for runners of all paces.

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.

The Westonbirt Arboretum Winter Night Race is a unique running event set in the stunning National Arboretum, featuring over 2,500 tree species. Participants can choose between 5km and 10km routes, which offer a beautiful and varied landscap..

Maverick Original West Sussex invites trail lovers to tackle 6 km, 12 km or 22 km routes across the South Downs from Amberley Museum. Expect steep technical hills, on course water stations, timing and a wooden finisher medal.

Hibernal Hills at Queen Elizabeth Country Park offers 50 mile, 50K and 20 mile single loop trail races across the South Downs. Expect about 99% trail, 6400 ft of climbing, seven aid stations, live GPS tracking and a bespoke finisher medal.

Run the Pilgrim Challenge along the North Downs Way from Farnham to Canterbury, passing historic countryside and charming villages. Choose 33 miles in one day or 66 miles over two days with overnight support, checkpoints and full event serv..

The Portland Coastal Marathon is an ultra trail running event held at the Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy in Portland, UK. Scheduled for February 8, 2026, it offers a full marathon, half marathon, and 10k distances, catering..