Trail Running calendar near Piddlehinton 2026-2027

The Dark Dart Dash returns with evening 5K and 10K runs on mixed terrain at Dartington Hall. There are also kids' races and a canicross option. After the run, participants can gather at the Green Table Cafe for refreshments.

An underground marathon at UCAP Bunker near Portsmouth on 21 November 2026, run through low tunnels with repeated lapped sections. Headtorch and cycle helmet are mandatory and entries for the event are closed.

Saturn Running holds The Smurf Run at Dare Valley Country Park in Aberdare offering a 7 hour time challenge with distances from 3 km up to 50 km. The event features themed medals and pins, finisher goody bags and aid tables with vegan optio..

A scenic off-road **10 mile** trail race in the New Forest hosted by Totton Running Club at Ocknell Campsite. Entry includes a medal, parking, water stations and trophies for overall and age category winners.

Experience a guided 10km trail run through the spectacular natural amphitheatre of the Devil's Punchbowl. This social group run features beautiful Surrey hills and is available as both a sunset and a headtorch night edition.

Join this flexible eight hour timed challenge on a scenic tarmac course along a disused train line in Exmouth. Complete as many 5.3 km laps as you choose to earn a medal at your own pace.

A trail event at Mothecombe on the Erme Estuary offering a Classic 8.5 miles route and a Half Marathon. Both routes include estuary crossings, the course is marshalled and marked, and a head torch is mandatory.

Join this 8hour timed challenge on a scenic tarmac route in Exmouth. Complete as many 5.3km laps as you choose on a disused railway line and receive a medal from the organizers varied collection.

This guided 30 mile group run travels through the heathlands and ancient woodlands of the Serpent Trail. Starting in Haslemere, the event offers a supported experience through hilly terrain and scenic lookouts.

Trail races at Mapledurham Estate offer three distances through woodland, muddy paths and estate roads. Finish refreshments and services such as chip timing and free photos are included with entry.

A coastal running event in Bournemouth on Saturday 5 December 2026 offering 10 Mile and 10K routes from Hengistbury Head along Boscombe Pier, with chip timing, water stations and a finisher's medal.

Trail races run from Swanage along the Jurassic Coast Path on 5 December 2026, with 10K, half marathon, marathon and an ultra on marked, timed courses. Online check in and basic on-site services are provided.

A one-lap trail running festival from Holmesly Campsite in the New Forest offering 15 km, 30 km, marathon and 50 km distances on fully marked off-road courses, with mandatory kit requirements, bag drop and parking on site.

A festive 5km off road Santa Dash at Tinkley Gate raising funds for Allsorts, a charity for children and young people with additional needs. Costumes are encouraged and dogs on short handheld leads are welcome.

Trail runs at Moors Valley Country Park on 6 December 2026 include a 2 km fun run for children and 5 km and 10 km trail options. On-site parking is available and entry fees range from £12 to £26.

Part of a 12 Days of Christmas series at Pengethley Manor, this offroad event offers 5k, 10k, half, marathon or ultra on a 2.5 km lap course with a seven hour time limit and both in person and virtual options.

Three fully marked trail races through Afan Forest and the Rhigos range finishing at Dare Valley Country Park. Routes include steep climbs, river crossings and long descents with timed tracking, checkpoints and finishers medals.

A timed trail event in the Forest of Bere featuring a 3.28 mile lap and distance options from 5 km to ultra. Aid station serves sweet and savoury food including potatoes and vegan choices, and 20% of proceeds support Forestry England.

Chilly Hilly is a 10 mile cross country run in the West Wight on 13 December 2026, noted for hilly coastal terrain, strong winds at times and scenic views. Entry is limited and a memento and post-race refreshments are offered.

The 12 Drummers Drumming Run is a festive Christmas series event. Choose from 5k to Ultra distances on a tough off road course at Pengethley Manor. A virtual run option is also available.