Trail Running calendar near Stroud 2026-2027

Callow Fell Race is an AS-category 8 km fell race with about 762 m of ascent around Little Stretton, featuring four steep climbs, limited signage, and mandatory WFRA kit; previous fellrunning experience is recommended.

A marathon and half marathon on hilly, often muddy trails in the northern Cotswolds. The event is TRA licensed and run under UK Athletics rules; minimum age 18 and entries are open.

A countryside walking event based at Barton-le-Clay Village Hall with 12 miles for walkers only plus 18 and 26 mile routes across field paths, tracks and woods. Online entries run 1 September to 13 November 2026.

Trail running in the Meon Valley with 15.5, 21.5 and 40 mile options on South Downs Way and local trails. Courses are waymarked with stocked checkpoints and there are specific age and entry rules.

Night trail running from Corfe Castle on 20 November 2026 with three waymarked routes across muddy tracks, ridges and woodland. The long route includes one outpost, toilets are only at the venue, and dogs are not permitted.

A six-hour lap event at Salcey Forest where participants choose how many 3.5-mile loops to run. Dogs and rucking are allowed, a reduced parking rate is available, and there are options for charity donations or a tree token instead of a meda..

A 10k night trail at Salcey Forest on a marked two lap crushed stone route that can be slippery in wet weather. A head or chest torch is required, Petzl will provide demo kit, and a canicross option runs ten minutes before the main field.

A 50 km trail race from Putteridge Bury in Luton across North Chiltern ridgelines and hills, fully marked with three aid stations, mandatory kit requirements and UTMB index status.

A chip timed trail run from Alexandra Gardens in Windsor along the Thames, offering two distances, riverside views, on-course support and finisher medals.

A guided 10 km trail run through the Chiltern Hills followed by a private tour and tasting at Tring Brewery. The event includes trail coaching, a run leader and a bottle or pint at the brewery.

The Smurf Run at Dare Valley Country Park is a seven hour Time Challenge on well maintained park paths, with distances from 3 km up to 50 km. Finishers receive themed medals, distance pins and a goody bag with vegan options.

Night time looped trail run at Moors Valley Country Park on 21 November 2026 with 10 km, 20 km or 30 km options, compulsory headtorch and free main car park; runners can choose a tree planting option instead of a medal.

A trail race at Spider Hill, Long Valley, on Saturday 21 November offering a single-lap 10 km and a shortened 5 km option with mud, marshes and steep climbs.

A scenic, off-road 10-mile trail race in the New Forest on 22 November 2026, organised by Totton Running Club. Entry includes medal, medical cover, parking, goody bag and age-category trophies; the route is mainly trail and undulating.

An off road hill race around Brent Knoll in Somerset on 22 November 2026, roughly 6 miles with a steep summit climb and muddy trails. Facilities at the BASC sportsground include parking, toilets, refreshments and a limited bag drop.

A guided 10 km trail run around the Devil's Punchbowl in Hindhead, Surrey, led by an experienced coach. Sessions run at dusk or by headtorch at night, with kit trials and a possible post run alcohol free beer.

A night time off-road 10 km race at The Wyre Forest with compulsory torches, canicross allowed, medals for all finishers and prizes for the top three men and women. Early reduced fee for the first 20 entries.

A short fell race of 5.7 km with 485 m of climb on Blorenge near Llanfoist, Abergavenny. Mostly unmarked up-and-down route with steep technical terrain; basic navigation and full kit are recommended.

Two trail distances on 28 November 2026 around Machen, featuring wooded single track, ridgeway exposure and steep climbs. The half course is fully marked while the marathon requires self navigation with marshals at key points.

A guided 30 mile trail run from Haslemere that follows sections of the Serpent Trail and Sussex Border Path, aimed at runners attempting an ultra for the first time. Group pace, varied terrain, cost £55.