Trail Running calendar near Sturminster Newton 2025-2026

The Relentless is a looped ultra near Bridgend on 18 September 2026 with 50 mile and 100 mile options over repeated 10 mile laps and big climbing. Limited to 25 runners per distance, the race features a well stocked hub for aid and crew.

Chiltern Wonderland 50 is a single loop 50 mile trail from Goring on Thames that tackles 5,600 ft of climb along the Ridgeway and Thames Path, promising a tough and scenic day in the Chiltern Hills. Well marked course and five aid stations..

Take on Trails & Tarmac Backyard Ultra in Crickhowell, a scenic 4.2 mile loop split between trail and tarmac. Run an hourly loop until you are the last runner standing, with medals awarded from 32 miles.

BigSky Trails concludes the Classic Element Trail Series, sending runners from Hyde Common across open plains and winding New Forest trails with wide horizon views. Choose 18 mile or marathon and take a bespoke medal or opt for a tree.

Take on the Chiltern 50 Ultra Challenge from Henley Showground and enjoy looped trails through the rolling Chiltern countryside, with walk, jog or run options to suit every pace. Basecamp adds camping, a Saturday meal and shuttle service.

Experience Cranborne Chase from Salisbury Racecourse on scenic undulating trails. Choose marathon, half marathon or 10k along ancient droves and woodland tracks, with parking, showers and a medal for every finisher.

Run through ancient woodland in the Forest of Dean at the Autumn Half Marathon starting and finishing at Speech House. This scenic 13 mile trail on well marked tracks supports local charities and awards a medal to every finisher.

Race scenic trails at Margam Country Park with castle views on a 5K or 10K loop. Fully marked and marshalled with chip timing, water stations and a finisher medal, ideal for new and experienced runners.

Run the Dartmoor Way on 2 3 October 2026 with the Full Circle 100 or Granite 50, two rugged trail races across moorland, woods and green lanes. Big climbs, indoor checkpoints and a true off road challenge for experienced runners.

Tackle Dartmoor with the Full Circle 100 or the rugged Granite 51 mile eastern loop across Dartmoor National Park. Expect waymarked moorland, woodland and riverside trails, strong on support with GPS tracking and finishers medals.

Run to the Sea Bournemouth is a scenic 50 km point to point ultramarathon that threads forest trails and coastal paths to a seafront finish at Hengistbury Head. Enjoy a fully signed route, regular feed stations and a bespoke medal on 3 Oct..

Enjoy scenic undulating forest trails at Alice Holt with 5k, 10k, Half Marathon and junior distances run over 5k loops. The event is postponed until Spring 2026 and raises funds for GUTS to support bowel cancer detection and research.

Run a scenic multi terrain 10 mile course through Stover Country Park and Teigngrace, mostly off road, at Stover School, Newton Abbot on Sunday 4 October 2026. Limited to 325 entries and includes a 1 mile fun run and bespoke finisher medals..

Wild Run Cotswolds invites trail lovers to Cornbury Park for scenic, undulating single loop routes from 10K to the marathon plus a six hour 360 challenge. Family friendly, fully marked and marshalled, entries limited to 600 runners.

Take on the South Hams Ultra on 10 and 11 October 2026, a stunning multi distance trail around South Hams with 100 miles, 44 miles or marathon options. Expect coastal views, estuaries, a ferry crossing and tough, rewarding terrain.

Tackle rolling climbs and sweeping Chiltern views at the Frieth Hilly 10 km and 5 km Run, set on mixed woodland paths and country roads. Expect a scenic but challenging route between Frieth and neighbouring villages.

The The Maverick Jurassic Coast X-Trail will take place in Corfe Castle on Saturday 17 October 2026. This trail is organized by Maverick Race. You can run between 13 and 56 kilometers.

Take on Autumn 100, a scenic 100 mile trail challenge around Goring and Streatley along the Ridgeway and Thames Path. Four 25 mile out and back spurs, 28 hour cutoff and a field limited to 250 starters make for a classic long distance test.

Blaze the Biblins is a lively 6 miles trail race through ancient woodland, riverside paths and historic ironworks, featuring climbs and technical single track. Enjoy prizes, a memento and post race tea and cake; entries are limited.

Creepy Crawl on 21 October 2026 at Pengethley Manor offers 5k to ultra distances on a challenging off road loop through hills and two vineyards. Ideal for runners and walkers craving a scenic, gritty test of endurance.