Trail Running calendar near Somerset 2025-2026

Tackle the 12 hour Dusk To Dawn challenge at Bridgend Miniature Railway on 18 July 2026, running as many 10 mile loops as you can across mixed terrain and forested hills. Expect night markings, on course support, and a true endurance test.

Enjoy the Dragon Coastal Races on 18 to 19 July 2026, three scenic coastal ultras along the Wales Coast Path finishing at Norwegian Church, Cardiff Bay. Expect beaches, dunes and lighthouse views plus live GPS tracking and full support.

Rabbit Run Wales stages scenic coastal trail races on Merthyr Mawr Estate, from a punchy 12K over hills, valleys and the Big Dipper sand dune to a 40K that adds the dramatic Glamorgan Heritage Coast. Family Bunny races and a Toddler Dash ma..

Run the Gower Peninsula Ultra Challenge from Penrice Castle with distances from 10 km to a 100 km figure of eight route highlighting wild coastal scenery and big climbs. Fully supported with rest stops, tracking, and finisher goodies.

The Bell Plod is a friendly, relaxed trail run/walk organised by Running Events Devon, held at Myncen Farm in Minchington, Blandford Forum, Dorset. The one-lap course runs on a privately owned farm, by permission of the owner, weaving throu..

ON TOUR - The Bumble Plod is a relaxed, family-friendly trail event organized by Running Events Devon. It takes place at Myncen Farm, Minchington, Blandford Forum, Dorset. The course is a single lap through privately owned farmland, includi..

Event overview The Apple Plod 10K.ish is a trail running event on Sunday, 19 July 2026, organised by Running Events Devon. The race distance is 10K and is described as undulating trail on a two-lap course. Participants may run or walk; ther..

Experience the Wye Valley Tunnel Run, racing through the atmospheric Tidenham Tunnel and scenic riverside and old railway paths. Distances suit everyone from a Colourbust family fun run to a full marathon, with trail charm and big event ene..

Run or walk as far as you like in the 7 hour Ooops I Ran It Again event at scenic Dare Valley Country Park, from 3 km to ultra distances. Finishers earn themed medals and distance pins, with aid stations, vegan snacks and free parking, and..

Run the epic 100 mile Beacons Way Ultra across the Brecon Beacons with over 6,000 m of ascent. Self navigation and mountain experience are required and the race uses strict checkpoints plus live GPS tracking.

Take on the South West Coast 50 Ultra Challenge around Dunster, a scenic 50 km loop along the Minehead section of the South West Coast Path across Exmoor with about 1600 m of climb. Enjoy staffed aid stops, camping, GPS tracking and post ra..

Tackle 100 km across the Brecon Beacons on an epic route taking in Pen y Fan and the Carmarthen Fans with roughly 3178 m of ascent. A rugged self navigation ultra with just 250 places and a 24 hour cut off.

Ultra X Wales takes runners into the wild Brecon Beacons and Black Mountains for a scenic multi day trail event on 25 to 26 July 2026. Distances from 12 km to 110 km suit all endurance levels and select races carry UTMB Index status.

Take on the Pen Y Fan Challenge, a scenic trail race up to the summit with 5 mile and 13 mile options. Enjoy chip timing, a finisher medal and buff, marshalled routes and stunning South Wales views.

Take on the Dartmoor Crossing or the shorter Great Escape, two scenic trail races across wild moorland finishing at Ivybridge Rugby Club on 1 August 2026. Expect big climbs, sweeping views and a bespoke finisher medal.

Join EDDUM 2026, a scenic 50 mile trail around the Epynt Way encircling the Sennybridge Training Area in Wales. With no time limits, five manned checkpoints and full crew support, it is a welcoming test of endurance.

Event overview Totnes 10K takes place on Sunday 2nd August 2026. The organisers note that the permanent route adopted after erosion measures is now around 11K, though the event is still called the 10K. The race is largely off road and follo..

Take on the MTC Thames Challenge, a four day 184 mile multi stage endurance race along the scenic Thames Path from the source to the Thames Barrier. Included hotels and main evening meals connect the stages for a supported ultra experience.

Tackle the MTC Cotswold Ultra, a scenic 57 mile point to point along the Thames Path from Kemble to Oxford, with a bespoke medal and MTC head visor for all. Classic Cotswold views and trophies for winners make this a memorable challenge.

Run the Mendip Marauder, a scenic but hilly trail on the Mendip Way with 30 or 50 mile options that traverse Ebbor Gorge, Cheddar and woodlands before a memorable finish on Uphill Sands Beach. Well marked trails and staffed aid stations sup..