Trail Running calendar near Sturminster Newton 2025-2026

Guided 10km trail run at Hankley Common, passing a reinforced Atlantic Wall replica and iconic film locations. Join sunset or night editions led by guides with headtorches for a scenic, social run across rugged trails.

Test your endurance at the Elephant Challenge in Salcey Forest on 24 March 2026, a timed 6 hour event where you run as many 3.5 mile off road laps as you like. Enjoy scenic forest trails, an optional medal or tree token and a chance to supp..

The Way of the Dead is a challenging 50k running event traversing Dartmoor from east to west, organized by Wild Running. Participants can compete solo or in pairs, with live GPS tracking and three checkpoints that also serve as feed station..

Run scenic off road trails through Escot Park near Ottery St Mary with short climbs and some muddy sections. Choose a 10K or a two lap half marathon with canicross categories for dog and handler teams.

Beyond Bristol offers scenic 25 km and 55 km trail routes from Museum Square. Race under the Clifton Suspension Bridge, through Leigh Woods and along riverside and railway paths, with feed stations and a finisher medal.

Run amid Bath's city sights and rolling countryside at the Bath 50 Ultra Challenge, based at Bath Racecourse. Choose from 50 km, 29 km or 10 km looped routes with full support, rest stops and finisher T shirt and medal.

Join the Minster Challenge in Axminster on 29 March 2026 for muddy, hilly trail fun across 3, 5 and 12 km options. Enjoy homemade refreshments, medals for finishers and prizes for winners in a friendly community event.

The Springtide 50k is an ultra running event held in the historic town of Arundel, West Sussex. This single-loop course offers a runnable, non-technical route through the scenic South Downs, making it ideal for beginners and experienced run..

Run Upcote Spring Trail is a limited entry 5 mile off road route around Upcote Farm near Cheltenham, featuring forest tracks, climbs and scenic Cotswolds views. Expect chip timing, medals for all finishers and a friendly festival vibe.

Take on the Feighan Fury 10 mile trail around Devon estates with steep hills, woods and river crossings, or join the family friendly Templeton 5 km fun run. Event at Templeton Village Hall on 29 March 2026.

The Testway Ultra is a challenging ultra marathon held in Hampshire, England, featuring 40 and 50-mile distances along the scenic Testway footpath. The route stretches from the chalky downs near the Northern Hampshire/Berkshire border to th..

Inaugural BOWUM is a 30 mile circular trail in Monmouthshire linking Skenfrith, Grosmont and White Castle via the Three Castles Walk and Offas Dyke Path. Enjoy rolling hills, well stocked checkpoints and no time limit.

Run the Mortimer 10km in Berkshire on a scenic, mainly off road two lap route through woodlands, with a standard 10 km and a dog friendly canicross. Expect undulating trails, chip timing, medals and a lively village atmosphere.

Challenge yourself on an 8 mile undulating trail around Freshwater, climbing about 900 feet and passing iconic spots like Tennyson Down and Alum Bay. Limited to 175 entries on 6 April 2026, this rugged multi terrain route offers stunning co..

Spring Run the Seasons at Cowdray Estate on 11 April 2026 offers scenic trails across the South Downs, with 5k, 10k and 10 mile races plus canicross. The 10k scores in the series and routes showcase heathland and big views.

Steaming to the Coast is a unique trail running event held along the scenic West Somerset Railway in Minehead, Somerset. Utilizing the UK's longest standard gauge steam railway, participants ride a steam train from Minehead to Bishops Lydea..

Run the Henley River Half Marathon, 10K or Junior Race at Temple Island Meadows and enjoy scenic, mixed terrain trails along the River Thames. Expect themed medals, free photos and a lively event village with food, drink and family fun.

Vale Coastal Races are the Vale of Glamorgan Ultra and Coastal Races, the original trail events along the Vale of Glamorgan coastline in South Wales, now in their 11th year. Distances are 32.5 miles for the Ultra, 18.5 miles for the Trail (..

Tackle The Big Cheese, a 15 mile off road fell race across the Mendip Hills with over 2,000 feet of climbing. Enjoy a fully marked course, finishers medal and tea and cake to celebrate at the finish.

Tackle the scenic South West Coast Path from Exmouth to Seaton, about 22 miles with 4,000 ft of ascent and a beach finish opposite the Mariner's Hotel. Enter solo, relay or Sid to Axe for a supported, chip timed coastal challenge.