Somerset
Trail Running Calendar near Somerset 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Somerset for 2026-2027! We've gathered 72 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
November 2026
Timed lap event in Cardiff Bay offering flexible start times and distances from one 5.3 km lap up to multi lap ultra within a 7 hour limit.
Sixty laps around Queen Square in Bristol to raise awareness of men's mental health and support Talk Club; tickets include a donation, raffle entry and a goodie bag.
Night orienteering at Clevedon Court Estate on 14 November 2026 with a 60 minute score course, 30 controls and a lateness penalty of 1 point per 6 seconds.
A Movember charity run at Ashton Court Park offering 1.5k, 5k, 10k and half marathon options with chip timing, medals and headbands, mixed path and trail terrain, some hilly sections, and on course refreshments.
An off road hill race around Brent Knoll of about 6 miles with steep climbs, muddy trails and a summit circuit, offering age prizes and a unique finisher medal.
Twice a year flat races from Tiverton along the Grand Western Canal offering Marathon, 20 Miler (March only), Half Marathon and 10k on hard packed gravel.
Forest orienteering at Weston Woods with eight courses from 1.0 km to 5.4 km, organised by Bristol Orienteering Klub and entered online via Pre entries.
December 2026
Roughly 10.7 miles of hilly, multi‑terrain trails around Ham Hill with at least ten named climbs, three drink stations for this cupless race and a 270‑entry limit.
A level 19 km trail on a former Somerset and Dorset railway with two aid stations, marked route and a festive finish; dogs and buggies are welcome.
Free community canal run with 14 mile and 7.5 mile options along the Bridgwater to Taunton towpath; entry includes a compulsory £5 Canal and River Trust donation.
January 2027
A roughly 6.4 mile mixed terrain off road race within Cosmeston Lakes Country Park, organised by Penarth and Dinas Runners and licensed by Welsh Athletics.
A social, self-navigated cross-country run in the Blackdown Hills with route options around 10 and 16 miles, village refreshment stops, and fundraising for Macmillan.
February 2027
A chip timed 5 km, 10 km and half marathon at Ashton Court, Bristol supporting Shelter on a mixed trail and path course with lap based routes.
About sixish hilly country miles of off road trails above Long Ashton with chip timing, limited parking, and a charitable donation from each entry.
March 2027