Trail Running calendar near Salcombe Regis 2026-2027

A trail running event at Mothecombe on the Erme Estuary offering an 8.5 mile Classic and a Half Marathon. Courses include estuary crossings, marked and marshalled trails, mandatory head torch and a finisher medal.

A short but steep fell race near Llanfoist and Abergavenny covering 5.7 km with 485 m of ascent. The course is mostly unmarked, needs basic navigation and can be affected by poor weather.

An 8 hour timed road event on Sunday 29 November 2026 near Exmouth with **5.3k** laps on tarmac along a former railway. Entrants aged 18 and over can complete up to 14 laps and receive a medal from a mixed selection.

The final race of the 2026 RTT Series takes place in Afan Forest with separate 5 km and 10 km routes from Bryn Bettws Lodge. The event features chip timing, finisher medals, marked and marshalled routes and water stations.

A late November trail race through 600 acres of dense woodland at Charborough Estate offering a 10 km loop, a 21 km double loop and a relay for two runners. Expect rough rooted trails, one aid station and a marked course.

Coastal 10 Mile and 10K races run from Hengistbury Head in Bournemouth along largely flat, traffic-free seafront paths past Boscombe Pier. The event features chip timing, water stations, finisher medals, and a plastic free policy.

Trail races around Swanage on the Jurassic Coast Path with 10K, half, marathon and ultra options; entries range from £35 to £71 and results count toward the Endurancelife season leaderboard.

A Christmas-themed Santa run at Siblyback Lake on 5 December 2026 offering three timed distances and canicross-friendly options, with medals for all, awards for top finishers, free race photography and an on-site café.

A winter trail running festival at Holmesly Campsite in the New Forest on 6 December 2026, offering 15 km, 30 km, marathon and 50 km one lap off‑road courses with marked routes, bag drop and mandatory kit requirements.

A festive trail running event at Moors Valley Country Park on 6 December 2026, offering a 2 km fun run for children plus 5 km and 10 km trail races; on-site parking is available for £5 and entry fees range from £12 to £26.

A festive *10k* trail race in Cockington Country Park near Torquay with hilly, winding trails and countryside views. Finishers receive a bespoke metal medal and a choice of Christmas cake, mince pie or yule log.

Winter trail races through Afan Forest and the Rhigos range finishing at Dare Valley Country Park. Options include a 34 mile ultra, a marathon and a linear half with marked routes, checkpoints and a compulsory kit list.

A 10 mile cross country run on the West Wight with notable hills and coastal views, organised by West Wight Sports and Community Centre on 13 December 2026. Past entrants note strong on-course support, windy conditions, a scarf memento and..

A trail half marathon on 19 December 2026 at Bridgend Miniature Railway Centre combining an 8 mile section of The Hateful Eight with about five extra miles of muddy, technical terrain. Limited to 70 places with a costume prize and a bespoke..

A Christmas themed timed lap event at Dare Valley Country Park with well maintained footpaths. Finishers receive a bobble hat, a themed medal and a goody bag with a vegan option.

A level 19 km trail race along a converted railway through the River Stour valley. The family oriented event has marked route, aid stations, a canicross option and prebooked transport between start and finish.

A free, untimed community run along the canal between Bridgwater and Taunton with 14 and 7.5 mile options. Registration is required and basic medical cover will be available.

A community fun run in Salcombe on New Year’s Eve that loops around Snape’s Point over roughly 7 km. The event supports Salcombe RNLI and shows an entry price of £10.

A trail 10 km race in Sidmouth on 31 December 2026 following coastal paths and a loop around Mutters Moor, finishing at Connaught Gardens. Age limit 18 plus, trail shoes mandatory, two hour cutoff and medals for all finishers.

An 8-hour timed road event in Exmouth on 1 January 2027 using measured 5.3k out-and-back laps on a former train line. Participants may start within the event window and must finish by the published cut-off time.