Trail Running calendar near Sturminster Newton 2026-2027

Trail races around Escot Park offer a single-lap 10K (about 10.5 km) and a two-lap half marathon, both off-road with climbs and mud; canicross categories are available and medals are awarded to all finishers.

Trail running in the South Downs near Winchester with three distances on fast, hard-packed trails and varied chalk downland scenery.

A guided trail half marathon around the Surrey Hills, about 13 miles from St Martha's Hill in Guildford, following parts of the North Downs Way and notable viewpoints. The run is social in format with a guided pace and evening options.

A way marked half marathon through forest trails around Speech House in the Forest of Dean on 21 March 2027. The Rotary Club organises the event with chip and gun timing, three water stations and charity links.

A coastal mixed terrain run in Exmouth on 21 March 2027 offering 5 km and 10 km routes across beach, seafront and cliff trails. The event supports the Sideshore Project and offers medal or no medal entry plus charity places.

Two long distance routes from Cerne Abbas through Dorset downland and river valleys. Options of 20 or 30 miles with a completion time of 11 hours and checkpoints along the way.

A David Bowie themed trail event at Hurn Forest with a 5.3 km out and back lap and distance choices from 5K to ultra-marathon. Clubhouse facilities, an aid station with snacks, bag drop and a Bowie inspired finisher medal are provided.

Three consecutive long distance days along the Jurassic Coast from Charmouth to Shell Bay. Daily support includes checkpoints with food and drinks, transport from HQ, GPS tracking, medical cover and a bespoke finisher medal.

A space themed trail event at Hurn Forest with themed medals, aid station snacks and 5.3 km laps. Participants can choose distances from 5K to ultra marathon and 20% of entry fees support Forestry England.

A 40 mile coastal ultra from Abbotsbury to Lulworth Cove along the South West Coast path, featuring rugged terrain, checkpoints every 10 to 20 km, compulsory safety kit and GPS tracking; ITRA and UTMB recognised.

A two lap multi terrain 10 km trail race on Easter Monday around Mortimer Fairground and local woodlands, with a canicross option, chip timing, medal and free race photos. The undulating course is not suitable for pushchairs or wheelchairs.

A single loop 50 km trail race around Arundel and the South Downs with about 3,200 ft of ascent, four aid stations, live GPS tracking and chip timing on a fully marked course through predominantly trail terrain.

A 40 or 50 mile trail ultra along the Testway from Linkenholt to Totton in Southampton, with aid stations every 10 miles, marshals and medical support. A shuttle option is available for an extra £10 and there is a 14 hour cutoff.

A coastal trail event on the South West Coast Path offering a 50 km Ultra and a Half Marathon. Both routes follow mainly trail terrain, include several aid stations and mandatory kit requirements, and finish at The Ness at Shaldon.

A coastal trail race of 22 miles from Exmouth to Seaton with 4000 feet of ascent, relay options, and a Sidmouth to Seaton half. Checkpoints provide water and snacks and the finish is on Seaton beach.

A circular 14.2 mile mixed terrain half marathon around Exeter following the Green Circle, marked with green chalk and with 313 meters of ascent. An approx 9 mile Yellow Zone runs concurrently and competitors choose direction on entry.

Scenic mixed terrain races along the Thames at Remenham Farm in Henley on Thames. Options include a Half Marathon, a 10K and a Junior Race with marked trails, marshals, chip timing and post race goodies.

A 200 mile point to point trail race across South Wales from Chepstow to Worm’s Head, with a 120 hour limit, live runner tracking, eight aid stations and organised drop bag support.

A trail weekend at Cowdray Estate, West Sussex offering five distances from 12 km to 110 km, low technical difficulty, an event village with expo, and optional camping and race support.

A trail running event using the West Somerset Railway steam line, offering *11 km*, *11 miles* and a full marathon. Runners travel by steam train to their start points and finish outside Minehead Station, with routes through the Quantock Hi..