Trail Running calendar near Southampton 2026-2027

The Maverick East Sussex Trail offers three scenic routes along the South Downs Way from Stanmer Park. Runners can choose from 5km, 13km, or 21km distances over woodland, chalk, and farmland trails. It's a dog-friendly, plastic-free event e..

A guided one-day trail marathon of 42.2 km through the Chiltern Hills, led by English Athletics qualified run leaders. The route includes Ridgeway sections, well stocked checkpoints and a wooden finisher’s medal.

A village trail run in the Hampshire countryside. The 10 km course offers scenic footpaths with rolling hills. A colourful kids' dash adds to the family friendly day.

A seasonal trail run series at Cowdray Estate offering 5 km, 10 km and 10 mile races across spring, summer, autumn and winter, with a summer evening event that includes a BBQ, bar and spot prizes.

The Big Cheese is an off road fell race in Cheddar, Somerset, covering 15 miles across the Mendip Hills with over 2,000 ft of climb. Take on a fully marked course and enjoy a finisher's medal plus tea and cake at the end.

A 42 km trail marathon across the South Downs, starting at Stanmer Park. The unique route merges with the final stretch of the Brighton Marathon for a finish on Hove Lawns. Participants must carry mandatory kit and use a reusable cup at aid..

A 200 mile trail ultramarathon across South Wales, the Wild Horse South Wales 200 follows Offa’s Dyke, the Beacons Way and the Wales Coast Path, starting in Chepstow and finishing at Worm’s Head with aid stations and volunteer support along..

Windsor 50 on 18 April 2026 uses Windsor Racecourse basecamp and looped 50 km, 25 km and 10 km routes through the Great Park and along the Thames Path, with regular rest stops, medical support, timing and categories for walkers and fast run..

An ultra trail race along the Chiltern ridgeline from Berkhamsted Castle to Hampden Meadow in Wendover. The route is about 51 km with 996 m of ascent, fully marked and supported by three staffed aid stations and a nine hour cutoff.

Trail races on the Serpent Trail in the South Downs National Park offering five distances from 12km to 110km, start and finish at Cowdray Farm Shop, with marked courses, aid stations and on-site camping available.

A timed, lap-based run on a flat 5.3 km towpath course by the River Thames in Walton on Thames. Distances range from 5 km to ultra with flexible rock up and run starts and an optional no-medal lower-price entry.

A scenic trail half marathon along Seaford seafront and the South Downs, organised by Martello Rotary Seaford and Seaford Striders. The event features marshal support, water stations, a bespoke medal and raises funds for local charities.

Run the rolling trails of the South Downs at the Grand National 10 km Trail Run in Findon, with 10 km, canicross, 5 mile and kids events for all ages. Scenic route, bespoke medals, charity support and a fun Filly or Colt costume prize.

Timed lap event at Buchan Country Park on 19 April 2026 with 5.3 km laps to create distances from 5 km up to ultra within a 7 hour limit. Runners may choose one of twelve medals or a lower cost no medal entry.

Thames Ring Series The Thames Ring Series consists of three non-stop ultramarathon distances run on canal and riverside footpaths in southern England. The main event is the Thames Ring 250, a 250-mile (approximately 256-mile) trail race. It..

A countryside walking and running event around Bath on 25 April 2026 with four distances from 12.5 to 26.5 miles, public footpaths and checkpoints offering food and drinks.

Two self navigation ultramarathons around the Mendip Hills on 25 April 2026, based at Mendip Activity Centre. Distances of 50 miles and 50 kilometres include aid stations, GPS tracking and prize categories.

A multi terrain seven mile race around Kilmington with woodland, field and road sections, plus a 3 km option and a 1 km fun run for children. The event includes registration, parking, refreshments and a water station, and is held under ARC..

A 15 mile trail run from the beer garden of the Ye Olde Smugglers Inne in Alfriston with two pub checkpoints offering a drink and snack; route GPX and a race narrative are provided and results appear within 24 hours.

The UK Trail Running Festival features a range of trail races for 2026, including marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K, and fun runs. It offers events for juniors, dogs, and virtual participants, supporting local charities. The event is organiz..