Trail Running calendar near Poole 2026-2027

A weekend of road races in Exeter featuring a two-lap half marathon and a Riverside 5 that run along the Quayside and through Riverside Valley Park, organised to raise funds for local charities.

A two day 66 mile trail event along the North Downs Way between Farnham and Redhill, with marked routes, GPX files, overnight accommodation, staffed aid stations and medical support.

A 5km and 10km run through Westonbirt Arboretum on 7 February 2027, with firm trail terrain and routes through areas showcasing over 2,500 tree species. The event is family friendly and tickets are currently sold out.

A 17 mile self navigated trail run through scenic East Devon. Runners visit four distinct trig points on a course that starts and ends at the Sidmouth Watersports Hub.

A 28.2 trail marathon along the River Adur in February, starting at Shoreham Sea Scout Hut, with muddy paths and fully stocked aid stations. Prior trail marathon experience, suitable clothing and a mobile phone are required.

Experience two distinct half marathons along the Hampshire coast over one weekend. Run the muddy trails of Langstone Harbour or the flat promenades of Southsea, with the option to complete both for a special bonus medal.

A UKA measured 10 mile road race in Melksham on 14 February 2027 that runs out to Lacock. Prizes for overall and veteran categories, medals for all finishers, facilities include toilets, refreshments and two water stations.

A trail event in Dalwood on 14 February 2027 offering 10 miles, 5 km and 3 km routes across hilly, muddy countryside with river crossings. The event is licenced by the Trail Running Association and follows UK Athletics rules.

A self navigation coastal trail on the South West Coast Path around Portland offering Marathon, Half Marathon and 10k options with mandatory kit requirements and entries capped at 500.

A winter mountain trail event from Brecon to Cardiff featuring a 47.5 mile ultra over 11 summits and a 26.2 mile marathon from Merthyr, both on unmarked routes with GPS navigation and staffed checkpoints.

A one way, fully marked 70k ultramarathon along the Taff Trail from Brecon to Nantgarw. The route moves from mountain landscapes to former industrial valleys and includes coach transfer to the start, checkpoints and live GPS tracking.

A timed event on a 2.62 mile out and back canal route with flexible rock up and run starts. Distances range from 5 km through marathon and beyond, with a seven hour time limit and a finisher medal for all.

A fully signed 50k trail ultra on the North Downs Way and Norbury Park with 2986 ft of ascent, four aid checkpoints and a finishers medal, based at Denbies Wine Estate near Dorking.

Two Tunnels in Bath on 21 February 2027 offers many distances and runs through two long restored, lit and surfaced railway tunnels under the city, with start and finish at Brickfields Park and a charity contribution to Sustrans.

BigMud Trails (EARTH) offers three single lap trail races in the Meon Valley from Queen Elizabeth Country Park. Courses include climbs to Butser Hill, stocked aid stations, mandatory fluid carry and an option to plant a tree instead of a me..

A running event at Newlands Corner in Guildford on 27 February 2027 offering 10 km and 15 km options, organised by G3 Series. Entry fees and series bundle options are available.

A 30 mile non-competitive group trail run from Harting Down along parts of the South Downs Way, passing Beacon Hill, Cocking Down and Kingley Vale. Led by an experienced guide and recommended for those who have run at least 22 miles in trai..

A 10 km mixed-terrain run from Windsor & Eton Brewery along towpaths and parkland, with staggered starts, a pint cup and free drink at the finish, chip timing and downloadable race photos.

Guided 10 km trail run around Silent Pool near Guildford, following parts of the North Downs Way and Netley Heath forest. Sessions run at dusk or at night with headtorches in a led group and a recommended pace of about 10 min per mile.

A winter ultra around Bristol on the Community Forest Path with two self-navigated distances, chip timing and checkpoint support. Timelords offer pacing and finishers receive event kit and certificates.