Trail Running calendar near Southbourne 2026-2027

Participate in a chip timed trail race through the West Sussex countryside starting in Slinfold. This family friendly memorial event features 10k and 5k routes plus dedicated races for children.

Tackle the Wroxall Round on 13 September 2026, a scenic 21.1 km fell run around Ventnor with about 487 m of ascent. Open to adults, with on the day entries and team places, this is race 3 of the Isle of Wight Fell Running Series.

Experience a scenic trail run through the beautiful Hertfordshire countryside starting in the village of Sandridge. This event features a 10k route near the historic city of St Albans with a finish at the local primary school.

Run a scenic and undulating 10k on the rough tracks of Ashtead Common, a protected nature reserve. This community event raises money for local charities and promotes environmental sustainability. A 2k fun run is also available for kids.

Experience an annual fun run at Barton Abbey in Oxfordshire featuring 10k and 5k courses on undulating terrain. Join several race distances or a flexible family fun run to support the maintenance of Steeple Barton Church.

Experience a scenic multi terrain 10km or canicross run through woodlands and private fields. Finish your journey at the Ridgeway View Campsite with a custom medal and a cold pint from SOX Brewery.

A **10 km** forest run in Moreton Forest featuring mixed tracks, roots, two stiles and a stream, finishing with a final kilometre on a country road. The event is licensed, open to runners aged 16 and over, and awards a finisher medal.

The Bradenham Blast is a scenic 10km trail race through the Chilterns. The hilly course features beech woodlands and a final 3km downhill stretch. It offers finisher medals, photography, and prizes for top runners and teams.

A 50 mile fully marked loop through the Chiltern Hills with 5600 feet of climb, five aid stations, on course medical support and a 13 hour cut off. The race starts and finishes in Goring on Thames and requires a marathon qualifier.

Experience the beauty of the Garden of England with trail races across Kent's most iconic landscapes. Choose between 25km, 50km, or 100km routes through ancient woodlands and historic castle grounds with a festive race village finish.

Experience the vast landscapes of the New Forest National Park with a choice of three trail distances under an endless sky. Enjoy a fully supported race starting from Hyde Common with beautiful forest views and local wildlife.

Choose your own distance at this New Forest trail event featuring a 3.28 mile loop. Enjoy flexible start times and scenic forest paths with full facilities and a commemorative medal for all finishers.

Experience a challenging trail run along the scenic Jurassic Coast and Purbeck Hills. Choose between the full marathon or a 16 mile route featuring historic ruins, coastal cliffs, and rugged Dorset countryside.

Join this flexible timed event along the flat River Thames towpath in Walton on Thames. Complete as many laps as you like over seven hours to achieve distances from 5km to an ultra marathon.

Explore the scenic trails and rolling hills of the Chilterns with this supported looped challenge starting in Henley. Choose between 50km, 25km, or 10km distances with full hospitality, including medals and basecamp festivities.

Experience an obstacle course weekend at Pippingford Park featuring distances from 5k to 50k. Run through rolling hills and rugged trails as you tackle the British OCR Ultra Championship or complete your Trifecta challenge.

Explore the scenic Dorset countryside with a selection of off-road trail runs or walks. Choose from 10k to full marathon distances along the Fleet Lagoon while supporting local charities.

A 10-mile trail race set in the scenic Candover Valley at Chilton Manor Farm. The route features a historic Yew tree-lined finish and includes private trails with 240m of ascent. Participants receive a unique medal and can enjoy refreshment..

The Endless Garden is a last-person-standing Backyard Ultra marathon. Runners tackle a 4.167-mile loop every hour from a base at The Waggoners Pub, where spectators and crews are welcome. The event includes drink vouchers and a special pub..

Explore the ancient trails and historic landscapes of Cranborne Chase starting from Salisbury Racecourse. Choose between marathon half marathon or 10k distances through scenic downland and woodland paths.