Trail Running calendar near Poole 2025-2026

Join Rhino Run along the scenic River Thames at Wraysbury to support Save the Rhino, with 5k, 10k, 3.28 mile and a flexible 6 hour challenge for all abilities. Finishers receive a bespoke medal and a five piece goody bag.

Run under the stars on muddy, rolling trails through Denbies Estate and the Surrey Hills at Dark Skies Surrey Hills. Distances from 1K kids to 10 miles, so bring a head torch and off road shoes while supporting the Dorking Area Food Bank.

Join the G3 trail run series in the Surrey Hills around Newlands Corner with races on 10 Jan, 31 Jan and 28 Feb 2026. Choose 10 km or 15 km courses across scenic, technical trails and save with three race bundle options.

Explore the Surrey Hills on a 30 mile guided group trail run from St Martha's Hill, taking in Denbies, Box Hill and scenic villages. Run together with an experienced coach in a supported, non competitive pace with a cake stop and great view..

Enjoy winding tracks and bridleways around Farley Mount at the Winchester Trail Run, based at Sparsholt College in Winchester. Choose 12 km or 21 km routes, enjoy on course support and a finisher medal in scenic Hampshire countryside.

Warm up your winter with the Winter Hot Chocolate Series, three friendly cross country races around Bramshill Plantation based at St Neot's School. Enjoy chip timing, themed medals and hot chocolate treats, plus a fun 1 mile kids race.

Join guided recce runs of the East Devon Round Ultra in early 2026, including the new 25km Quarter route. Free for entrants or a small £3 donation for others, led by Ruby Red Running guides with groups adjusted by ability and pace.

Explore the New Forest at Kings Garn Gutter on Sunday 11 January with courses for all levels from novice path courses to challenging long routes. Fast runnable forest, updated maps and onsite catering make it a perfect winter orienteering d..

Join a guided 10 km trail run at atmospheric Hankley Common, exploring open trails, the Lion's Mouth and famous filming locations. Runs are led by an experienced trail guide and include sunset and night runs with headtorches for extra adven..

Experience the thrill of night trail running at Haldon Forest Park on 17 January 2026 with 10K, 5K, canicross and children's races on fully marked single loop courses. Head torches required; enjoy chip timing, medals, refreshments and free..

Maverick New Forest Gravel invites runners to explore scenic gravel trails and woodland mud on 6 km, 12 km or 22 km routes. Bring a reusable cup and you can run with your dog.

Run under the stars in the Dark Skies Series, a night trail across Somerset with 5 km and 10 km options at Mendip, Brean Down and Longrun Meadow. Enter a single race or the full series and opt for a bespoke wooden finisher's medal.

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..

Run the South Downs Way from Heyshott to Arundel Lido on 18 January 2026, choosing either a marathon or a scenic 15 Mile route. Expect muddy winter trails, river views and a friendly finish with coach transfer back to the start.

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.

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.

Join the Axmouth Challenge around picturesque Axmouth Village Hall with quirky start and finish at the village phone box. Choose from 1 to 9 mile routes and enjoy free post race refreshments while supporting the village hall.

Take on the CF64 Winter Race at Cosmeston Lakes Country Park, a scenic 6.4 mile trail through woodland, meadows and marshland on 18 Jan 2026. Enjoy an undulating off road route, marshals, free photos and a friendly trail atmosphere.

Join the Red Robin Run at Southwater Park on Sunday 18 January 2026 for a timed, flat trail challenge on the Downs Link where you can choose 5k to ultra distances on the day. Enjoy a festive Red Robin finisher medal and limited places.

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.