Trail Running calendar near Stroud 2026-2027

A sharp 4.4 km fell race from the Ragleth Inn in Little Stretton featuring 390 m of climb and great ridge views; a fast, testing course for keen fell runners. Pre entry via SI Entries or entries on the day are welcome.

SATURN TOO Midweek Medal Madness on 14 Aug 2026 at Wraysbury: a relaxed 7 hour timed challenge along the River Thames with distances from 3 km to ultra. Finishers earn medals and goody bags and enjoy aid stations on a scenic loop.

Tackle scenic trails around Winwick Hall, Northants on the Foxton Hound Ultra, with 50k and 100k options weaving canals, villages and the Naseby battlefield. Fully supported with checkpoints, hot food and medals for all finishers.

Run beneath Bath through the atmospheric Two Tunnels path, with distances from 500 m fun bursts to ultras for serious runners. Family friendly finish at Brickfields Park and each entry helps Sustrans while enjoying a unique city route.

Explore woodland, ponds and parkland of Southampton Common at the Southampton Running Festival, set in a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest. Choose the half marathon, 10K, 5K or junior race, then relax in the event village with..

Join the Crook Peak Cake Race in Axbridge on Wed 19 Aug 2026 for a spirited 3 mile fell challenge across stunning Somerset hills, finishing with cake and community cheer. On the day entry available for runners aged 14 and up.

Run the Summer Green Man Ultra around Bristol on 22 Aug 2026, choosing a 45 mile loop or the 30 mile Green Boy, both finishing at Ashton Park School. Self navigation, four manned checkpoints, competitor tracking and medals for all finishers..

The Beast of Llangattock on 22 August 2026 at Park Farm, Llangattock invites trail runners to tackle scenic, rugged routes from 10 km to a 32 mile ultra across the Llangattock Escarpment. Marked courses, aid stations and GPX files ensure gr..

Run The Big Pilgrimage on 23 August along the Old Way from Southampton to historic abbeys, with 15 mile and marathon options across mixed terrain. Enjoy a short boat crossing with pick n mix sweets and collect landmark stickers for a memora..

Beast of Bryn invites runners to tackle scenic but tough mountain trails in Afan Forest Park near Port Talbot, with 6.5 mile and 10.5 mile options plus a one mile fun run for youngsters. Organized by local charity BRAG, proceeds support com..

Take a scenic single lap around Wimbleball Lake on varied off road trails with a short tarmac crossing, choosing 5K or 10K. Part of the Wimbleball sports festival with canicross entries, chip timing and finisher medals.

Black Cattle Ultra invites runners to tackle South Wales trails across two distances: 44 miles from Llanthony Priory or 33 miles from Abergavenny, finishing in Cardiff. Expect mountains, woodlands, aid stations and unique finisher mementos.

Tackle a scenic trail 10K or half marathon through Alexandra Gardens with distant views of Windsor Castle. Chip timed results, free race photos and a lively event village make this a great day out for runners and supporters.

Join Worcester Woods parkrun every Saturday where Pershore Plum Plodders often gather to run, chat and enjoy refreshments after the run. Friendly, community focused and great for beginners and regulars alike.

Enjoy scenic River Thames trails at the Henley River Races with half marathon, 10K and junior races plus an event village for food and drink. Sustainability focused with chip timed results, free photos and unique themed medals.

Join a guided, non competitive 30 mile trail run around the Isle of Purbeck, starting and finishing at Swanage. Take in Jurassic Coast views from Corfe Castle to Old Harry Rocks while running with an experienced coach.

Take on RIDUM 2026, a 30 mile circular ridge run around the Rhymney Valley on 5 September, starting at Parc Penalta. Mostly trail with big climbs, sweeping views and staffed checkpoints offering full support.

Run the rugged beauty of the Shropshire Hills at Battle of the Borders, starting from Carding Mill Valley and tackling the dramatic Long Mynd ridges. Choose marathon, half marathon or 10K on waymarked, scenic but rewarding trails.

Join a scenic charity 10k across Staffordshire countryside, starting and finishing at the canal side Hartley Arms in Wheaton Aston. With only 150 places, the race finishes with music and food at the pub to celebrate local charities.

Run among 2,500 trees at Westonbirt Arboretum with options from 1 mile to 10 km, on firm, road like underfoot through curated tree species sections. Tickets are currently sold out but the event offers family friendly activities on site.