Trail Running calendar near Southwater 2026-2027

Trail races run from Swanage along the Jurassic Coast Path on 5 December 2026, with 10K, half marathon, marathon and an ultra on marked, timed courses. Online check in and basic on-site services are provided.

A single loop of 55 miles on South Downs trails starting and finishing at Plumpton Racecourse, with about 7,000 ft of climb and seven aid stations. Entry requires a marathon qualifier and winter trail running experience.

Experience an ultramarathon through the Surrey Hills starting from Dorking. Run over Leith Hill and Pitch Hill on a signed 50 km trail route that qualifies for the UTMB index.

Mince Pie 10 is a festive 10 mile road and trail run around Peacehaven with a testing hill, mud and Christmas tunes. Fancy dress, mince pies and recycled medals, all raising funds for local charities.

Experience a festive trail running event through the woodland and heathland of the New Forest National Park. Choose from distances ranging from 15km to a 50km ultramarathon on fully marked off road courses.

Experience a festive trail run through the winter woodland and lakeside tracks of Moors Valley Country Park with 2km, 5km, and 10km options for all ages.

Join this end of season 10K trail championship at Wendover Woods featuring a marked route with 295m of elevation. Qualification is required for this exclusive event which is open to top finishers and volunteers.

Experience an incredible winter running adventure on this 200 mile continuous loop through the South of England. Navigate iconic national trails over 96 hours with support from major aid stations and live tracking.

Join the Christmas Jumper Friday Run on 11 December in Walton on Thames for a relaxed rock up and run along the riverside towpath. Pick 5k to ultra, run laps within a 7 hour window and earn a bespoke finisher medal.

A festive midweek time challenge on the River Thames with flexible starts and distances from a 3 km minimum up to 50 km. Medals, distance pins and goody bags are provided, with aid stations and a mix of path and light trail surfaces.

A timed trail event in the Forest of Bere featuring a 3.28 mile lap and distance options from 5 km to ultra. Aid station serves sweet and savoury food including potatoes and vegan choices, and 20% of proceeds support Forestry England.

Join the Mince Pi Run in Guildford for a Pi themed run by the water, with distances from a 1 mile kids fun run to the 3.14 mile loop and laps up to a Pi marathon. Every finisher gets a bespoke Pi Pie medal.

A 10 mile cross country run across the West Wight on 13 December 2026, known for its hilly terrain and coastal views. Entries are limited; the race is open to those aged 16 and over and includes a finish memento.

Join a festive Christmas run along the flat Jubilee River. Choose your own distance in this 6-hour timed event on a scenic towpath. All finishers receive a bespoke festive medal.

A muddy, undulating cross country event in Pett offering a roughly 4.2 mile loop, a 2 mile fun run and a children's scurry, with medals, photos and festive prizes while raising funds for Shelter.

Test your endurance at Box Hill with this dawn to dusk trail challenge. Complete as many 10 mile loops as possible before the winter sun sets in this scenic winter event.

A 50 km trail race along the North Downs Way from Detling to Wye on 20 December 2026, featuring about 1,000 m of ascent, three staffed checkpoints and mandatory kit requirements. Entry includes tracking, medical cover and a finisher's medal..

Family friendly festive trail event at Wendover Woods in the Chilterns with a Santa Mile plus 5 mile and 10 mile trail races. Finishers of the 5 and 10 mile races receive a medal, merchandise, a mince pie, chocolates and a drink.

A lakeside Christmas event in Milton Keynes offering marathon and half marathon options with 7½ and 3½ clockwise laps of Caldecotte Lake. Finishers receive a bespoke medal and the event is held under 100 Marathon Club rules.

A seven hour Time Challenge along the River Thames in Egham with flexible distances from 3 km to 50 km, signed laps, medals, distance pins and goody bags, plus a Christmas dinner aid table and a small present for finishers.