Trail Running calendar near Swanage Beachfront 2026-2027

A walking and running event around Bath with routes of 12.5, 17, 21 and 26.5 miles over public footpaths, staffed checkpoints, a finisher's medal and post-event refreshments.

A blindfolded navigation challenge in Winchester where participants are dropped at unknown locations and must find their way back on foot. Options include 6 miles for visitors and 10 or 15 miles; no maps or GPS and a sealed emergency bag is..

A trail event at St Giles House offering races from junior fun runs to a marathon, virtual entries, camping and a dog option, while supporting the New Forest Marathon Community Fund.

A Bronze Ticket backyard ultra on Portland where competitors run a 6,706 m loop each hour until one runner remains. The route offers coastal views, quarries and mixed surfaces, with on-site camping, chip timing and medic cover.

A trail running weekend around East Devon from Offwell Village Hall, with four GPS-tracked routes through woodland, national landscapes and the Jurassic Coast, on-site camping, aid stations and finishers' kit and meal included.

A five mile off road race through woods and farmland around Hurstbourne Tarrant in the North Wessex Downs. Organised entirely by volunteers since 2009, the annual event donates all proceeds to local charities.

A Pretty Muddy 5k obstacle course at Lydiard Park on 01 May 2027 featuring mixed paths, hills and muddy obstacles. The event has wave starts, blue badge parking on grass and a minimum fundraising target of £50.

A multi distance trek and trail event on the Isle of Wight with a 106 km full island route plus shorter options, supported by staffed rest stops, GPS tracking, medical teams, camping and shuttle transfers.

A single entry that covers four Centurion 100 mile races held between 1 May and 17 October 2027. Minimum age 20, published fees apply and optional XCover insurance is available.

An official Backyard Ultra at Blaise Castle Estate on 1 May 2027 where runners complete a 6.7056 km loop each hour until one runner remains. The woodland loop is hilly and technical, head torches are mandatory at night and minimum age is 20..

Three Forts Challenge is a Sussex trail running event across the South Downs from Lancing Manor Leisure Centre. It offers a full marathon, half marathon and a 5 mile run, and directs event profits to Ferring Country Centre and local chariti..

A spring trail event in Harewood Forest near Andover offering 5k, 10k, canicross and a childrens fun run on undulating, multi terrain courses with marked routes and on course marshals.

An off-road half marathon and 10 km trail event near Ludgershall through bridle and woodland tracks, with chip timing, stocked aid stations, full medical support, finishers' medals and prizes for the top three men and women.

A two day, two person, self supported navigation challenge in the Surrey Hills based at Newlands Corner. Teams carry all kit and food and score points from virtual controls during two timed sessions across the weekend.

A 50 km point-to-point ultramarathon from Horsham to Brighton seafront across trails and downs, with four feed stations, a fully signed route and a GPS file provided before race day.

A mud obstacle 5k at Southsea Common with climbs, crawls and slides on a mainly flat route. Waves start every 15 minutes, participants must be 13 or older, and the event supports fundraising for Cancer Research UK.

An inflatable obstacle course event in Guildford on 8 May 2027 offering 2.5k, 5k, 10k and 15k lap options with music zones, on-course water and a finisher's medal, plus family and group entry arrangements.

Multiple trail race distances in the Stroud area using towpaths, disused railway tracks and Cotswold hills, with a route that ascends to Selsley Common for wide valley views. Water, marshals and first aid are provided on course.

A 50 mile point to point on the North Downs Way from Farnham to Knockholt Pound, with 5,600 ft of climb and around 80% trail. The race has a 13 hour limit, six aid stations, no pacers or crew, and a 300 runner cap.

A multi-distance trail event on Dorset’s Jurassic Coast on 15–16 May 2027, with routes from 10 km to 100 km. The course features marked trails, regular rest stops, medical and massage support, camping options, transfers, and finishers award..