Trail Running calendar near Ringwood 2026-2027

Experience a 10 mile cross country run featuring the hills and coastal scenery of West Wight. Finishers are rewarded with a unique memento and seasonal refreshments like mince pies and mulled wine in a festive atmosphere.

Join a festive Christmas run along the flat Jubilee River. Choose your own distance in this 6-hour timed event on a scenic towpath. All finishers receive a bespoke festive medal.

Run a flat 19 km route along a historic former railway line through the scenic River Stour valley. This festive trail event is open to all runners including those with dogs and buggies.

Celebrate the holiday season with a scenic trail run through Wendover Woods in the heart of the Chiltern Hills. Choose from three different distances with medals and festive treats for all finishers in this December event.

Celebrate Christmas Day with a flexible 7 hour time challenge along the scenic River Thames in Egham. Run any distance from 3km to an ultra marathon and enjoy a unique themed aid station and finishers medal.

Enjoy a free community run or walk along the scenic canal and River Tone towpaths with distances of 14 or 7.5 miles. This non timed event connects Bridgwater and Taunton in a festive off road atmosphere.

Winter X is a mid-winter trail-running event in the Meon Valley offering 10, 30, 50 and 70 km on marked public trails with checkpoints and post-event food. Entries for 2025 are closed; a provisional date for 2026 is 28 December 2026.

Winter Runderland in Walton on Thames is a timed lap event on a 5.3 km riverside towpath course. Runners may select distances from 5 km up to ultra, and a lower-cost no-medal entry option is available.

An 8-hour timed road event at Capel Lane, Exmouth on 01 January 2027 with 5.3k laps on a tarmac out-and-back route. The TUGG system lets participants start during the event period; entries are limited to 100.

Trail races at Wenchford Picnic Site offering a 7 mile course with seven named hills and a 14 mile double lap option. Terrain can be muddy and wet and canicross waves are available.

Experience a historic trail race at Box Hill featuring significant elevation and panoramic views of the North Downs. This event offers a 10 km course on rough tracks with dedicated categories for men, women, and children.

Experience an iconic 43 mile ultra marathon journeying from the Buckinghamshire countryside to the heart of London. This season opener features scenic trails and historic canal paths with full GPS tracking and checkpoint support.

Explore the Jurassic Coast and the Otter valley on a scenic trail run through the childhood home of Sir Walter Raleigh. Choose between two distances featuring coastal paths, quiet lanes, and historic landmarks.

The Doughnut Dash is a flexible-distance run along a flat Thames riverside trail. Participants can run from a single lap to ultra marathon distances while enjoying doughnuts. All finishers receive a custom, neon-colored medal.

Experience the Hampshire countryside with a trail run starting from Sparsholt College. Choose between two distances featuring scenic views of Farley Mount and receive a finisher medal and goodies at the finish line.

Experience the thrill of evening running at Haldon Forest Park with torchlit single loop courses. This event features 10k and 5k distances alongside dedicated kids races and a canicross option for dog owners.

This trail run through Moors Valley Country Park offers a half marathon and a 10K on woodland gravel paths. It's a dog-friendly event with chip timing and an eco-medal. Be prepared for muddy sections and inclines on the scenic course.

The May Hill Massacre is a demanding 7-8 mile cross-country run in Gloucestershire, featuring steep climbs and muddy trails. A longer 14-15 mile Mayhem option is available for those seeking an extra challenge.

Experience a twilight run through Hurn Forest with the Starburster 5 and 10 mile events. This trail race follows an out and back route under the stars and supports Forestry England conservation efforts.

Race through the spectacular winter landscape of Westonbirt Arboretum after dark. Choose from 5km or 10km distances on a solid, road-like trail. Explore over 2,500 species of trees under the night sky.