Trail Running calendar near Somerset 2026-2027

Join a weekend fell and trail running retreat in the Black Mountains, Wales from 27 Feb to 1 Mar 2026 at Dinas Castle Inn. Guided runs on the Dragons Back ridge, skills coaching and bunkhouse accommodation make for an inspiring weekend for..

A set of Dartmoor trail races from Widecombe-in-the-Moor: a new 30-mile ultra, a half marathon with over 800 m ascent and an 8-mile 7EVEN, featuring marked half and 7EVEN courses and a partly self-navigated, GPS-tracked ultra.

Three waymarked trail routes on 28 February 2026 around Lulworth Cove near Wareham, with coastal views, varied terrain and aid stations. Mandatory kit is spot-checked and rolling cutoffs apply, with a 12 hour overall limit.

A point-to-point, fully marked long-distance race along the Taff Trail from the Brecon Beacons to Nantgarw, covering about 70 km. The course mixes upland trails and valley cycle paths, with six checkpoints and a Merthyr drop bag for mid-rac..

Two winter mountain races between Brecon and Cardiff. The Brecon to Cardiff Xtreme is about 75 km (47.5 miles) over 11 summits with roughly 2680 m ascent, while the Taff Xtreme Marathon covers the second half at about 26.2 miles and 1300 m..

Weymouth Bay 10K is an accurately measured road race along Bowleaze Cove with an out and back layout and two laps near Pleasure Pier. The event offers medals and trophies, on-day registration, and supports Margaret Green Animal Rescue.

A 33.5-mile multi-terrain trail run around the Imber Range Perimeter Path near Westbury on 1 March 2026, organised by the Rotary Club of Westbury and Avon Valley Runners. Entries are handled via Entry Central.

A trail running event at Breamore House offering 5k, 10k, 5k Canicross and a half marathon on mainly rural trails, with marshals, aid stations and finisher medals.

Celebrate St David's Day with the Dragon Run at Dare Valley Country Park on 1 March 2026, choose from 3 km to ultra distances or tackle a flexible 7 hour time challenge. Enjoy scenic footpaths, aid stations, medals and vegan goody bags.

Push your limits at Haldon Horror on 1 March 2026 in Haldon Forest Park with 3 hour, 6 hour or 12 hour formats on 5 mile laps and canicross options. Medals, live GPS tracking and free photos await, just bring a headtorch.

Run the coast in Exmouth with 5km and 10km routes along seafront, coastal paths, sandy beach and marina. Enjoy mixed terrain, seaside views and support the Sideshore Project with charity entries and donations.

A trail championship at Matterley Basin near Winchester on 4 March 2026, offering 10 km and 20 km races run on 5 km laps with mass starts and on-course water stations.

A winter trail ultra around Bristol with 45 mile and 30 mile self navigated routes, staffed checkpoints, mandatory kit checks and bespoke finishers medals and technical T shirts.

Trail running at Hinton Admiral Estate on 7 March 2026 with 21.6 km, 15 km and 10.1 km routes; running, canicross and hike options through woodlands, heath and meadows. Finishers receive a medal, a drink and goodies.

Take on Wight Riot at Hordle Cliff West for mixed terrain running along the coastal path with stunning views of the Isle of Wight and Sturt Pond. Choose distances from 5K to ultra and earn a medal for completing one lap or more.

A multi-distance running event at the Larmer Tree Gardens on the Rushmore Estate in Dorset. Races range from a 1 mile fun run to a marathon, including a 10 km Canicross, and all finishers receive a full-colour 10 cm medal.

A coastal trail run in Swanage, Dorset on 14 March 2026 offering three distances, coastal views to Corfe Castle and a vintage train return. Chip timed with finisher medals, on-course refreshments and marshals.

A trail running event at Matterley Basin, Winchester on 14 March 2026 offering three routes from 5 km to 24 km across South Downs trails, with outposts, free parking and a reusable cup policy.

Tough paired trail run across Dartmoor from the East Dart Inn in Postbridge, covering about 21 km with rugged climbs and sweeping moorland views. The third race in the Winter Pairs series, it is limited to 35 pairs and is pre entry only.

A starlit night trail at Arlington Court in North Devon, organised by Ilfracombe Running Club, with 6 km and 12 km loop options. Mandatory headtorch and trail shoes, age limits apply, and a 50 minute first-loop cut off for the 12 km.