Trail Running calendar near Rackenford 2026-2027

A level 19 km trail race along a converted Somerset and Dorset railway through the Stour valley, with route markers, two aid stations, a canicross option, parking and post-race refreshments.

A free, untimed community run along the canal tow path from Bridgwater to Taunton offering 14 mile and 7.5 mile options; registration is required for insurance and cafes are located along the route.

A community trail run in Salcombe on New Year's Eve with a roughly 7 km loop around Snape's Point, organised by Let's Go Velo and raising funds for Salcombe RNLI.

Experience a flexible eight hour timed event on a scenic tarmac route in Exmouth. Runners and walkers of all abilities can complete as many laps as they choose on this flat disused railway course.

A themed trail run at Wenchford Picnic Site featuring seven named hills over 7 miles or the double 14 mile Immortal Sinner. Canicross waves are available and the terrain may be muddy with possible ice or snow.

A coastal trail run from Polzeath along miles of North Cornwall coastline, with 10K, half, marathon and ultra distances on sand, rock and grassy trails; finishing places earn points for the Endurancelife season leaderboard.

A countryside running event from Budleigh Salterton with a 13.6 mile half marathon and an 8.5 mile third marathon. Routes use lanes, footpaths, the Otter valley and the Jurassic Coast with marked courses, aid stations and finishers' oak coa..

Night running at Haldon Forest Park with single-loop 10K and 5K courses, kids races and a Canicross 10K; participants must bring a head or chest torch and facilities include chip timing and marshalled routes.

Coastal trail running in Beesands on 23 January 2027 with 10K, half, marathon and ultra distances across severe grass and rock terrain. Timed results and season leaderboard points are included.

A midwinter trail event in Chagford on Dartmoor offering marathon and half marathon courses that pass ancient stone sites. The courses include substantial ascent and are described as a significant winter test.

Pagan Trails offers two challenging winter trail runs on Dartmoor. The over-28-mile Marathon and over-14-mile Half Marathon routes pass ancient stone circles and pagan sites. It's a significant test with strict time limits and mandatory saf..

A twilight out and back trail in Hurn Forest offering 5 mile and 10 mile options. The event uses 2.5 mile laps, provides aid at the start and finish, and donates 20% of entry fees to Forestry England.

An evening running event at Westonbirt Arboretum on 6 February 2027, with 5 km and 10 km routes that pass through collections of over 2,500 trees. The surface is solid underfoot and ticket sales are currently sold out.

A weekend running event in Exeter with a two-lap half marathon (13.1 miles) and a five-mile Riverside run along the Quayside and Riverside Valley Park. Individual and charity entry options are offered; medals and course support are provided..

A Backyard Ultra near Crickhowell using 4.167 mile loops, eleven timed laps and a final race on the twelfth lap, with food, aid at HQ, medals including a 32 mile ultra award, and a 12 hour cap.

A winter running event through Westonbirt Arboretum's tree collections offering 5 km and 10 km wave entries on Sunday 7 February 2027. The organiser is Relish The Great Outdoors 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 measured 10 mile road race in Melksham with a route through Lacock, a finisher medal and prizes across age categories. The field is limited to 300 places and entries close on 1 January 2027 or earlier if full.

Dalwood 3 Hills on 14 February 2027 offers three off-road distances through hilly, muddy countryside near Dalwood Village Hall. Routes include river crossings, marshalled support and are held under a Trail Running Association licence.

Self-navigation coastal trail on the South West Coast Path around Portland on 14 Feb 2027. Marathon (two loops), Half and 10k follow looped routes; mandatory kit is required and entries are capped at 500.