Trail Running calendar near Salisbury 2025-2026

Dark Skies Series brings winter night trail running to Somerset with three atmospheric events offering 5 km and 10 km routes. Enter individual races or the full series and collect a bespoke wooden finisher's medal to mark the achievement.

Take on the iconic Box Hill fell race on Sat 17 Jan 2026 from the Stepping Stones pub, a challenging 12 km route with 530 m of climb and sweeping Surrey views. Pre entry only and entries fill fast, so be ready when entries open.

Join the Tiaras & Tutus Orange Run on 17 January for distances from 5 km to ultra along a flat riverside towpath. Enjoy a flexible one hour start window, seven hour time limit and bespoke finisher medals in a fun, limited field event.

Discover the new Cardiff Trail 10k, a scenic 10 km trail run through Fforest fawr near Castell Coch. Expect muddy singletrack, sweeping views and a friendly atmosphere perfect for trail runners looking for a January adventure.

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.

Tackle the Envious Run on 18 January 2026 at Pengethley Manor, a scenic offroad loop through vineyards with a hill each lap. Choose any distance from 5k to ultra or run virtually in January for a finishers medal.

Ryde Harriers host a three race cross country series at Smallbrook Stadium on 18 January, 15 February and 22 February 2026. Open to ages 15 plus with just 300 places, pre entry is recommended and runners should bring cross country spikes or..

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.

Explore Pippingford Park at this orienteering event on Sunday 18 January 2026, with courses for beginners, juniors and experienced navigators. Register online by 17 January to secure your place.

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.

Join the social, self navigated Blackdown Beast, a scenic cross country run from Dunkeswell Airfield supporting Macmillan Cancer Support. Expect village hall and pub refreshment stops, stunning hills and 10 or 16 mile options.

Tackle a wet and hilly trail at Bagshot on Saturday 24 January 2026, with splashy puddles and twisting climbs to test you. Choose a single lap 5 km or two lap 10 km for a muddy, adventurous winter race.

Huffin Puffin Run on 24 Jan 2026 at Xcel SPORTS HUB, Walton on Thames. Flat 5.3 km riverside loop with distances from 5 km to ultra; lap as you like within the time limit and enjoy aid stations and digital results.

Running Tribe Races in Chalfont St Peter offer looped 7 km or 10 km courses with choices on the day from 7k up to ultras. Enjoy scenic trails through woodland, a staffed hub for support, and welcoming pacers.

Join the Stonehenge Stomp on 25 January 2026 for a scenic walking event that welcomes runners and is not a race. Choose routes from family friendly 5 km up to 40 km and enjoy stunning views of Stonehenge in a popular, limited entry event.

Tackle scenic trails through Ashdown Forest with 5 and 10 mile options on 25 January 2026 at Pippingford Park Manor. Expect rolling climbs, bespoke medals, podium cash prizes and free parking for a rewarding winter trail challenge.

Enjoy scenic woodland trails at Moors Valley Country Park with muddy sections, wildlife sightings and two distance options: 10K and half marathon (two laps). Eco friendly event with chip timing, aid stations and limited canicross places.