Trail Running calendar near Swanage 2026-2027

Experience a challenging trail run along the scenic Jurassic Coast and Purbeck Hills. Choose between the full marathon or a 16 mile route featuring historic ruins, coastal cliffs, and rugged Dorset countryside.

A single loop *10 km* trail at Woodbury Common with short climbs and stream crossings. Entry is for those aged 16 and over and includes a finisher medal plus prizes for top men and women.

Explore the scenic trails and rolling hills of the Chilterns with this supported looped challenge starting in Henley. Choose between 50km, 25km, or 10km distances with full hospitality, including medals and basecamp festivities.

Explore the scenic Dorset countryside with a selection of off-road trail runs or walks. Choose from 10k to full marathon distances along the Fleet Lagoon while supporting local charities.

A 10-mile trail race set in the scenic Candover Valley at Chilton Manor Farm. The route features a historic Yew tree-lined finish and includes private trails with 240m of ascent. Participants receive a unique medal and can enjoy refreshment..

Explore the ancient trails and historic landscapes of Cranborne Chase starting from Salisbury Racecourse. Choose between marathon half marathon or 10k distances through scenic downland and woodland paths.

Join a 30 mile guided group run exploring the scenic Surrey Hills and Box Hill. This event offers professional coaching on the trails and is an ideal entry point for those new to ultra running.

Experience a scenic 50km ultra marathon from Moors Valley Country Park to the Bournemouth coastline. This flat point to point course features forest trails and seafront paths with full medical and navigation support.

A *50 km* point-to-point ultramarathon from Moors Valley Country Park to Hengistbury Head, featuring forest trails, coastal paths and a fully signed flat course. The race includes four feed stations, a GPS route file, medical cover and a 9...

Test your endurance at the Salt Settlers Six Hour Race by completing as many 4.4km loops as possible. This flat course in the Lower Otter valley offers solo or relay options plus access to an aid station every lap.

Choose between a half marathon, marathon, or ultramarathon in this self-navigation event visiting historic trig points. Navigate the beautiful East Devon landscape and South West Coast Path as a solo participant or in a pair.

Experience a scenic 10 mile multi terrain race through Stover Country Park and Teigngrace. Enjoy excellent facilities at Stover School including showers, a BBQ, and bespoke medals for all finishers.

Experience a scenic trail half marathon through the Quantock Hills featuring technical forest paths and open moorland. This UTMB index event offers on site camping and a rugged course with stream crossings for all finishers.

Take on the Hairy Hands event along the flat Wray Valley Trail. This flexible run lets you choose your distance, from 5km to ultra, on a scenic riverside course. Complete just one lap to earn a finisher's medal.

Timed trail event in the Forest of Bere using a 3.28 mile out and back lap with distances from 5 km to ultra. Aid station offers sweet and savoury food including potatoes and vegan options; 20% of proceeds support Forestry England.

The FOOBS Trail and Fun Runs return in October. Choose from a chip timed 10K, 6K, or a family friendly 2K fun run through the countryside near Old Basing. The event supports local schools through community fundraising.

MacTuffX Swindon features a series of repetition based running formats including solo and team categories. Participants choose between multiple 400m or 800m loops in this structured athletic event for adults.

Trail running on the Isle of Purbeck and part of the Jurassic Coast on 17 October 2026. Routes include 102 km and 54 km options with marked courses, outposts, mandatory kit lists and a drop bag service for the 102 km.

A 100 mile trail race through Oxfordshire featuring four 25 mile out and back spurs. Runners navigate the historic Ridgeway and Thames Path trails supported by 16 aid stations and full medical coverage.

Roughly 12K trail run on bridle paths and the Imber Range near the Westbury White Horse on 18 October 2026. Limited to 200 places so book early for a bespoke finisher medal and category prizes.