Trail Running calendar near Sidmouth 2026-2027

A lap based road event at Rhydycar, Merthyr Tydfil, on a 5.3 km AUKCM certified tarmac circuit along the Taff Trail. Runners choose how many laps to complete within a seven hour limit and can opt for a no medal entry.

Two coastal routes start from Hengistbury Head in Bournemouth, offering a flat, traffic-free 10 Mile or 10k run along seafront paths with chip timing, water stations and a finisher's medal.

Trail races of 10K, half marathon, marathon and ultra run from Swanage along the Jurassic Coast Path on 5 Dec 2026, with mixed trail and grass terrain and significant ascent. The event counts toward the Endurancelife 26-27 season leaderboar..

A Christmas themed Santa run at Siblyback Lake on 5 December 2026 with canicross options, three distances, medals for all and awards for top finishers. Timed results use the ST App Service and free race photography is provided.

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 near Bridgend on 19 December 2026, limited to 70 entrants. The mixed terrain course includes road, forestry and muddy sections, and entrants receive a bespoke medal, refreshments and a prize for best festive costume.

A Christmas Carol bobble hat run at Dare Valley Country Park offering distances from 3 km to ultra and a 7 hour Time Challenge; finishers receive a themed medal, bobble hat and goody bag, with aid stations, toilets and free parking on site.

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 roughly 12.5 ish mile winter road and trail event near Warminster that often features hilly and wintry conditions. The race supports the Royal British Legion and offers finisher medals, veteran prizes and on-course water and first aid.

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 eight hour timed road event at Capel Lane, Exmouth on Friday 1 January 2027 with flexible start under a Turn Up Get Going format. Each lap is 5.3 km on a tarmac out and back along an old disused train line.

Trail running in Polzeath on 9 January 2027 with 10K, half marathon, marathon and ultra routes along coastal terrain. Courses use sand, rock and grass and include significant ascent and electronic timing.

Trail routes around Sir Walter Raleigh's birthplace near Budleigh Salterton, offering a 13.6 mile half marathon and an 8.5 mile third marathon. The marked course passes the Otter valley, High Peak and the Jurassic Coast with aid stations an..

Night trail races in Haldon Forest offering 10K, 5K, 2K and 1K distances plus a canicross option. Courses are marked and marshalled with chip timing, finishers medals, event photos and on-site catering.