Trail Running calendar near Stroud 2026-2027

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 6k woodland trail run in Moreton Forest on 13 September 2026, based at Moreton Village Hall. Runners must be 14 or older; affiliated entry £8 and unaffiliated £10. The event raises funds for Bonnie’s Last Wish for Suffering Donkeys.

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 12 hour Backyard Ultra near Crickhowell with 4.167 mile loops split between trail and tarmac. Runners must complete eleven hourly loops and race the final loop to decide the winner.

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.

Race 47 miles along the Cotswold Way from Chipping Campden to Painswick, traversing the rolling hills of the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This licensed continuous trail challenge runs under UK Athletics and TRA rules.

Test your endurance at Wyre Forest in a unique hourly loop challenge where you choose your distance. Complete the 6.7 km forest circuit every hour to stay in the race until only the Lone Wolf remains.

A continuous trail event of about 102 miles along the Cotswold Way from Chipping Campden to Bath, run on public rights of way with live tracking, food and medical support, timed cut-offs and finishers' buckles.

A paired trail running challenge in the vast Cannock Chase Forest. Teams of two will explore miles of forest trails and fire roads with live chip timing. All finishers receive unique merchandise.

A trail running event at Hyde Common in the New Forest on 20 September 2026 offering 18 miles, marathon and 50km ultramarathon routes with marked courses, multiple aid stations, a bespoke finisher medal and a tree-planting option.

Experience the rolling Northamptonshire countryside with a half marathon or five mile trail race. Enjoy scenic views across bridleways and footpaths before celebrating with local medals and homemade village cakes.

A looped technical trail in the New Forest with a Grade I listed manor house backdrop. Runners choose distance on the day from 5K up to ultra marathon and receive a medal after one loop.

A 10 km trail race organised by Wild Deer Events in GB, scheduled for 20 September 2026, with entry priced at £27 and offers available from 18 December 2025.

A hilly trail event in the Cothi valley offering a 13 mile half marathon, a 6.5 mile alternative and a kids race, held at Pumsaint Village Hall with online entry and published route and results.

A coastal trail event near Swanage on 20 September 2026 offering a full marathon and a 16 mile race. The licensed event requires specific safety kit and supports local charities while showcasing the Jurassic Coast and Purbeck Hills.

Experience a historic ten mile trail race through the scenic Doone Valley in Exmoor. This hill focused course offers stunning views and commemorative medals for all finishers in a small field limited to 250 participants.

A looped trail event based at Henley Showground on 26 September 2026 offering 50 km, 25 km and 10 km routes with rest stops, medical support, camping and GPS tracking.

Three long-distance trail races on the Wales Coast Path in the Gower AONB, including a 50-mile circumnavigation plus 34- and 23-mile options. Routes use GPS and marked signs, with regular checkpoints, GPS tracking and event support.

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.