Trail Running calendar near Poole 2025-2026

Maverick Original Oxfordshire returns to Stonor Park on 28 November 2025, offering 22 km, 13 km and 7 km trail courses through scenic Chiltern woodlands. Perfect for seasoned trail runners and newcomers alike.

Join a guided trail run at Box Hill, Dorking covering 12.5 miles with about 1000 m of ascent through steep, technical woodland and open fields. This noncompetitive group run suits fit trail runners and finishes with an alcohol free beer.

Witterings Beach Run at West Wittering showcases sandy flats and stunning sea views from Selsey Bill to the Isle of Wight. 5 km, 10 km and 15 km routes plus canicross make it ideal for runners and dogs. Event sold out.

The Medal Mix Challenge Day 1, organized by Running Events Devon, takes place near Capel Lane, Littleham, Exmouth on November 29, 2025. This 7-hour timed event welcomes runners and walkers of all abilities to complete as many 5.3 km laps as..

The Wallop is a scenic 21k timed trail race through Farleigh Wallop Estate, winding along narrow woodland paths, wide gravel tracks and open fields. Enjoy marshalled support, a bespoke finisher medal and post race mulled wine and mince pies..

Explore Pewsey Downs near Alton Barnes with orienteering courses for all abilities, from easy beginner routes to challenging expert courses. Scenic chalk downland, waterproof maps and electronic timing. Online entry only.

Enjoy a guided 13 mile trail half marathon through the Surrey Hills, visiting St Martha's Hill and sections of the North Downs Way. This relaxed group run emphasizes scenery and camaraderie rather than competition.

The Medal Mix Challenge Day 2, organized by Running Events Devon, takes place near Capel Lane, Littleham, Exmouth on Sunday, 30th November 2025. This 7-hour timed event features an accurately measured 5.3 km out-and-back course on a scenic,..

Night orienteering in Brockenhurst: a 60 minute score event in the New Forest. Visit as many controls as you can for points using SIAC timing and waterproof maps, and bring high visibility clothing and lights for after dark navigation.

Take on the Jurassic Coast from Swanage on 6 Dec 2025 with distances from a coastal 10K to a full marathon or ultra. Rugged trails, big climbs and fully marked timed courses promise a scenic and satisfying challenge.

Join a magical evening run through parkland past the illuminated Cowdray Ruins at the Cowdray Winter Night Run. Head torches are mandatory and there are 5 km and 10 km distances plus dog friendly canicross and kids races.

Take on the Salisbury Plain Winter Edition on 6 December for a scenic, fully marked trail challenge over Half or Marathon distances. Enjoy well stocked aid stations, marshals and finisher medals as you tackle crisp winter terrain.

Join the Otterton Reindeer Run for a festive 3 km fun run or a scenic 10 km multi terrain route through Otter Valley. A village event that raises funds for local projects with fancy dress prizes and post race treats.

Explore the New Forest with Wessex Orienteering from Bolderwood Car Park, tackling technical woodland courses from a challenging Blue to a 60 minute Score challenge. Entry and parking are limited so book early and car share if you can.

Experience a magical night trail run through the atmospheric Cowdray Estate, passing the iconic ruins under the stars. Choose kids and adult distances from 3 km to 10 km for a fun evening in the Run the Seasons Winter series.

Take on the Hurtwood 50k through the Surrey Hills on 7 December 2025, a fully signed trail ultra with checkpoints and a 10 hour time limit. Entries open 12 December 2024 and the event welcomes fast walkers and first time ultra runners.

Run the New Forest Xmas Trails in New Forest National Park on runnable but testing single lap routes through heathland and woodland from Holmesly Campsite, Bransgore. Choose 15km, 30km, marathon or 50km and plant a tree instead of a medal.

Join the inaugural Allsorts Tinkley Gate Santa Dash for a festive family friendly 5 km trail run at Woodchester, with costumes and a post race cafe. Dress as Santa or an elf to support local charity Allsorts; dogs on short leashes welcome.

Join the Christmas Cracker at Newlands Corner on 7 December for pantomime themed family score orienteering and colour coded Orange Green and Blue courses. Guildford Orienteers will provide festive refreshments and friendly guidance.

Join a lively 60 minute street and park orienteering score event around the Yachtsman pub, with SI timing and instant splits. Visit as many controls as you can to score points and test your map and pace skills.