Trail Running calendar near Sidmouth 2026-2027

Starburster is a twilight 5 or 10 mile run through Hurn Forest on 31 January, with out and back laps on firm forest trails beneath sunset skies. Head torches are required and 20% of entry fees support Forestry England for trail care.

Chase winter trails at the Haldon Winter Run in Haldon Forest, Devon on Sunday 1 February 2026, with 2.5K, 5K and 10K options for runners and canicross teams. Fully marked routes, medals for finishers and championship stages add extra edge.

The fourth race of the West Glamorgan XC League takes place on 1 February 2026 at scenic Kenfig Nature Reserve. Tackle 4.2 miles of classic cross country terrain with Cornelly Striders hosting; entries are limited so sign up from 19 January..

Join Haldon 5K & 10K on Sunday 1 February 2026 at Haldon Forest Park for scenic trail routes of 2.5 km, 5 km and 10 km. All finishers receive medals, there are awards and free race photos, and canicross is welcome with no cut off time.

Join WRNL 12 in Corfe Mullen for a 60 minute street and park score orienteering event based around the Dorset Soldier pub. SI timing, free parking and pub food on site. Juniors enter free; bring high visibility clothing and a torch.

The Westonbirt Arboretum Winter Night Race is a unique running event set in the stunning National Arboretum, featuring over 2,500 tree species. Participants can choose between 5km and 10km routes, which offer a beautiful and varied landscap..

Run through stunning Cardinham Woods near Bodmin on Saturday 7 February 2026 with half and full marathon options. Enjoy personalised bibs, free race photos, finisher medals and canicross entries in this friendly trail event.

Enjoy a winter run through Westonbirt Arboretum's stunning tree collections on solid underfoot trail style paths. Distances of 5 km and 10 km suit all paces. Tickets are sold out.

Run the Portland Coastal Ultra Trail Marathon on 8 February 2026 around the island on the South West Coast Path, with marathon, half marathon and 10k entries. Enjoy dramatic coastal views, checkpoint support and chip timing on a self naviga..

Tackle 27 km of scenic Sidmouth trails as you navigate four trig points in order, choosing your own route between them. This challenging loop finishes at The Watersports Hub and raises funds for Cardiac Risk in the Young.

Take on the Wiltshire 10, a scenic 10 mile road race from Melksham to historic Lacock and back, with medals for all finishers and age category prizes. Entries capped at 300, book before 1 February 2026 as no entries on race day.

Take on the Wray Valley Trail in Bovey Tracey with Phoenix Running Devon The Launch. Scenic 5.3 km laps along the River Bovey, flexible start times and a keepsake memento for every finisher. Limited to 50 runners, so book early.

Run under the stars on 14 February from South Brent across Dartmoor, with 5 mile and 9 mile options for trail lovers. Expect riverside climbs, open moorland and muddy sections for a wild and memorable evening under the stars.

Take on the Purbeck Hill Challenge on 14 February 2026 from Knoll Beach, Studland, for a scenic but testing day across heathland and coastal dunes. Choose from four distances to 41 km with optional detailed orienteering and enter solo or as..

Take on a scenic 40 km mixed terrain route starting and finishing in Fowey on 14 February 2026, blending inland trails, moorland views and coastal paths. With feed stations, live GPS tracking, finisher medals and pro photos, this is a memor..

Take on the rolling countryside at Dalwood 3 Hills on 15 February 2026, with 10 mile, 5 km and 3 km trail routes featuring hills, mud and river crossings. Friendly village HQ and rustic parking promise a proper off road winter challenge.

Run a flat, traffic free 10k on the National Cycle Network from Calne to Stanley near Chippenham, chip timed and well marshalled on an out and back multi terrain course. A 1 mile fun run for under 17s and limited entries make this a friendl..

Take on the Dartmoor Winter Traverse, a fully supported winter challenge across remote moorland with 50 km ultra and 30 km options. Guided navigation, GPS trackers and first aid keep you safe as you cross dramatic moors to finish at Meldon.

Run through Bath's iconic Two Tunnels on scenic tarmac and trail routes, with distances from 500 m up to 50 km plus relay options. Start and finish at Brickfields Park and £1 per runner supports Sustrans maintenance.

Take on the Sorbrook Slog on 22 February 2026, a lively 7 mile multi terrain race through footpaths, fields and gullies around Sorbrook and Sluvad in Cwmbran. Enjoy marshals on course, post race tea and cake and a finishers goodie bag.