Trail Running calendar near Sturminster Newton 2025-2026

Enjoy a friendly timed trail run through Haldon Forest in Devon on Sunday 1 February 2026, with 2.5K, 5K and 10K options and canicross welcome. Fully marked course, water points and medals for all finishers make it a relaxed, fun challenge.

Join a guided 10km trail run around the Devil's Punchbowl in Hindhead, enjoying rolling hills and a scenic pause with great views. This friendly group paced run is led by an experienced guide and runs at sunset or by headtorch in winter.

The Westonbirt Arboretum Winter Night Race is a unique running event set in the stunning National Arboretum, featuring over 2,500 tree species. Participants can choose between 5km and 10km routes, which offer a beautiful and varied landscap..

Maverick Original West Sussex invites trail lovers to tackle 6 km, 12 km or 22 km routes across the South Downs from Amberley Museum. Expect steep technical hills, on course water stations, timing and a wooden finisher medal.

Hibernal Hills at Queen Elizabeth Country Park offers 50 mile, 50K and 20 mile single loop trail races across the South Downs. Expect about 99% trail, 6400 ft of climbing, seven aid stations, live GPS tracking and a bespoke finisher medal.

Run the Pilgrim Challenge along the North Downs Way from Farnham to Canterbury, passing historic countryside and charming villages. Choose 33 miles in one day or 66 miles over two days with overnight support, checkpoints and full event serv..

The Portland Coastal Marathon is an ultra trail running event held at the Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy in Portland, UK. Scheduled for February 8, 2026, it offers a full marathon, half marathon, and 10k distances, catering..

Enjoy a winter run through Westonbirt Arboretum's stunning tree collections on solid underfoot trail style paths. Distances of 5 km and 10 km suit all paces. Tickets are sold out.

Run a rugged 27 km off road loop from Sidmouth with about 3999 ft of climbing as you visit four trig points in order. Enjoy coastal trails, great camaraderie and support Cardiac Risk in the Young.

XTERRA Matterley is an off-road sporting event held at the scenic Matterley Basin in Hampshire, United Kingdom. Scheduled for February 14-15, 2026, it offers a variety of race formats including duathlons and trail runs suitable for athletes..

Take on a moonlit trail across open moorland and local paths near South Brent, with 5 or 9 mile options. Enjoy rugged climbs, moor crossings and riverside views in this atmospheric night race organized by Wild Running.

Trails & Tarmac Backyard Ultra Winter sends runners on a scenic 4.17 mile loop in the Black Mountains, blending trail and tarmac with a touch of climbing. Complete a loop each hour; reach 32 miles for a medal and outlast everyone to win.

Take on rolling hills, muddy trails and river crossings at Dalwood 3 Hills near Axminster on 15 Feb 2026, with 10 mile, 5 km and family friendly 3 km options. Village hall facilities and medical cover provided. Bring a cup for water.

Take on the Dartmoor Winter Traverse, a fully supported challenge across remote moorland from south to north, open to runners and walkers. Choose 30 km or 50 km and enjoy guided navigation and course support through dramatic winter terrain.

BigMud Trails (EARTH) is the first event in the Classic Element Trail Series, celebrating the element of Earth. Set in the scenic Meon Valley at Queen Elizabeth Country Park, participants can choose between a 16-mile or marathon distance, b..

Run through two restored railway tunnels near Bath on scenic, mostly tarmac routes that suit fun runners and challengers alike. Distances range from 500 m to 50 km with relays and marathon options, and the event supports Sustrans with donat..

Ironwood Challenge is a scenic six mile trail through ancient woodland and hilly fields above Long Ashton, with mixed terrain and famously muddy sections. Chip timed, the race offers post run cake and supports Wellspring Counselling.

Join the G3 Series at Newlands Corner, Guildford on Saturday 28 February 2026 for scenic 10 km and 15 km runs through Surrey countryside. Single entries and series bundles are available; register by 26 February.

Tackle a guided 30 mile trail on the South Downs Way from Harting Down, West Sussex, passing Beacon Hill and the ancient yews of Kingley Vale. This friendly group run from Running Adventures offers a scenic, supportive challenge for experie..

Join the 10th Hameldown Hammer at Widecombe in the Moor on Dartmoor, with ultra, half and 8 mile races over rugged ridges and big climbs. Scenic, challenging trails, finisher medals and a cupless policy for a greener race day.