Trail Running calendar near Swanage Beachfront 2026-2027

An 8 hour timed road event on 29 November 2026 near Littleham, Exmouth, with 5.3 km laps on a tarmac out and back course along a disused train line. The TUGG system allows flexible starts and medals are awarded for laps completed.

Guided 30 mile trail run from Haslemere along the Serpent Trail and Sussex Border Path with varied heathland, woodland and views of the South Downs. Group based pace and advised prior training of 22 miles; cost £45.

Trail races at Mapledurham Estate offering 10K, 10 Mile and Half Marathon routes over muddy paths and woodland, with on-course water, finish refreshments and race amenities included.

A trail running event on 29 November 2026 at Charborough Estate through dense Bere Wood, with 10 km, 21 km and a two person relay across technical, marked trails. Facilities include one aid station, toilets and medical support.

Coastal 10 Mile and 10K runs from Hengistbury Head along Bournemouth seafront and Boscombe Pier, with chip timing, water stations and a finisher's medal. Largely flat, traffic-free routes with coastal views.

Trail races of 10K, half, marathon and ultra run from Swanage along the Jurassic Coast Path on 5 December 2026, on trail and grass terrain with significant ascent; online check-in and mandatory safety briefing are required.

A winter trail running festival at Holmesly Campsite in the New Forest on 6 December 2026, offering 15 km, 30 km, marathon and 50 km one lap off‑road courses with marked routes, bag drop and mandatory kit requirements.

A festive trail running event at Moors Valley Country Park on 6 December 2026, offering a 2 km fun run for children plus 5 km and 10 km trail races; on-site parking is available for £5 and entry fees range from £12 to £26.

A festive *10k* trail race in Cockington Country Park near Torquay with hilly, winding trails and countryside views. Finishers receive a bespoke metal medal and a choice of Christmas cake, mince pie or yule log.

A timed trail event in the Forest of Bere featuring a 3.28 mile lap and distance options from 5 km to ultra. Aid station serves sweet and savoury food including potatoes and vegan choices, and 20% of proceeds support Forestry England.

A lap based off road event at Shalford Park offering distances from 3.14 to 31.4 miles plus a one mile fun run for children. Junior lap limits, car parking and course warnings are provided by the organisers.

A 10 mile cross country run on the West Wight with notable hills and coastal views, organised by West Wight Sports and Community Centre on 13 December 2026. Past entrants note strong on-course support, windy conditions, a scarf memento and..

A pre Christmas anniversary timed run in Stroud on 13 December 2026 with flexible lap-based entry on a 3.28 mile canal route; distances range from 5 km to ultra and all finishers receive a bespoke medal and a memento.

A timed festive event on the Itchen Way in Winchester with flexible rock up start times, a measured out-and-back course, lap options up to ultramarathon distance, and a bespoke finisher medal.

A level 19 km trail race along a converted railway through the River Stour valley. The family oriented event has marked route, aid stations, a canicross option and prebooked transport between start and finish.

A 10 km trail run and canicross at Renegade Brewery on the Yattendon Estate. The course is mostly off road with one water refill station and finishers receive a medal, a pint cup with a free drink and a mince pie.

A free, untimed community run along the canal between Bridgwater and Taunton with 14 and 7.5 mile options. Registration is required and basic medical cover will be available.

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.

A winter cross-country event at Butlers Lands Farm featuring water crossings, Roman Walls, fields and footpaths. Distances are 10K and 10 Mile with entry fees from £32 to £35; finish-line refreshments include mulled wine and mince pies.

A trail 10 km race in Sidmouth on 31 December 2026 following coastal paths and a loop around Mutters Moor, finishing at Connaught Gardens. Age limit 18 plus, trail shoes mandatory, two hour cutoff and medals for all finishers.