Trail Running calendar near Sturminster Newton 2026-2027

Explore the wild trails of the Afan Forest and Rhigos mountains in this winter trail running event. Choose from three distances, all finishing at Dare Valley Country Park. The fully marked routes offer river crossings, single track, and fes..

Part of a festive Christmas series, the 8 Maids a Milking run offers a choice of distances on a tough, off-road course at Pengethley Manor. With a 7-hour time limit, it's open to both walkers and runners. You can also take part virtually fr..

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 through the West Wight landscape on 13 December 2026, with hilly terrain, strong marshal support and a memento for finishers. Entry is limited and the published fee is £27.50.

The 12 Drummers Drumming Run is a festive Christmas series event. Choose from 5k to Ultra distances on a tough off road course at Pengethley Manor. A virtual run option is also available.

Take on a festive trail challenge on December 19, 2026. This themed half marathon features a mixed-terrain course, a fancy dress prize, and festive snacks at the finish. The event is limited to just 70 participants.

Get into the festive spirit at this family friendly Christmas fun run in Dare Valley Country Park. Choose a 2.5k or 5k lap course and enjoy mince pies, music, and a costume contest. Every finisher gets a themed medal and goody bag.

A free community run along canal tow paths between Bridgwater and Taunton, offered in 14-mile and 7.5-mile options. The event is non-competitive, requires registration for insurance, and passes three cafes en route.

Winter X is a mid-winter trail-running event in the Meon Valley offering 10, 30, 50 and 70 km on marked public trails with checkpoints and post-event food. Entries for 2025 are closed; a provisional date for 2026 is 28 December 2026.

An 8-hour timed road event at Capel Lane, Exmouth on 01 January 2027 with 5.3k laps on a tarmac out-and-back route. The TUGG system lets participants start during the event period; entries are limited to 100.

Trail races at Wenchford Picnic Site offering a 7 mile course with seven named hills and a 14 mile double lap option. Terrain can be muddy and wet and canicross waves are available.

The Walter Raleigh Round Half Marathon will take place in Budleigh Salterton on Saturday 9 January 2027. You can run between 9 and 14 miles.

A countryside trail run around Farley Mount in Hampshire with two route options, including a Half Marathon. The course is rolling with tree-lined sections and vistas, starts at Sparsholt College with ample parking, and offers finisher medal..

The Slothful Run is a laid back event with a twist: choose your distance from 5k to Ultra, but you have seven hours to complete it. This off road course at Pengethley Manor features a tough 2.5 km loop through vineyards. You can also run vi..

The 7 Deadly Sins 7in7 is a seven-day off-road running challenge in Ross-on-Wye. You can run a chosen distance each day over a tough vineyard course within a 7-hour window. A virtual option also lets you earn unique themed medals by running..

The Proud Run offers a choice of distances on a tough, off-road looped course at Pengethley Manor, with a generous seven-hour time limit. It's part of a themed race series and is open to both in-person and virtual participants. All finisher..

Part of the 7 Deadly Sins series, The Lusty Run offers five distance choices on a tough off-road loop at Pengethley Manor. You have seven hours to complete your chosen race, or you can run virtually anytime in January. Free parking and refr..

The Angry Run is part of the "7 Deadly Sins" series, offering a flexible challenge. Choose your target distance from 5k to Ultra, all with a generous 7-hour time limit to complete a tough, off-road course at Pengethley Manor. A virtual run..

The Gluttonous Run is part of the 7 Deadly Sins series, held at Pengethley Manor. Runners choose their distance, from 5k to ultra, on a tough off-road course with a seven-hour time limit. A virtual run option is available throughout January..

The Greedy Run offers a choice of distances on a tough off-road course at Pengethley Manor, with a 7-hour time limit. It's part of a themed series with a virtual option available throughout January. Unique medals are awarded for paid entrie..