Trail Running calendar near Swanage 2025-2026

Join the Alf Shrubb Memorial in Slinfold on 13 September 2026 for scenic trail 10k and 5k races plus kids events. Adult races are chip timed, finishers get a replica world record medal and proceeds support local village causes.

Tackle the Wroxall Round on 13 September 2026, a scenic 21.1 km fell run around Ventnor with about 487 m of ascent. Open to adults, with on the day entries and team places, this is race 3 of the Isle of Wight Fell Running Series.

Take on the Chiltern Wonderland 50, a single loop 50 mile 81 km ultramarathon across scenic Chiltern trails and charming film and TV villages. Centurion Running provide support, five aid stations and a 13 hour cutoff for finishers.

Salmon Run on 19 September 2026 is a scenic community run from Exmouth to Dulverton offering a 43 mile ultra or relay sections for teams. Celebrate river conservation with music, local activities and a medal for all finishers.

BigSky Trails on 20 Sept 2026 invites runners to airy high New Forest routes as the finale of the Classic Element series. Pick 18 miles, marathon or 50k ultramarathon across open plains and winding woods on fully marked, marshalled routes.

Looped trail running at Avon Tyrrell in the New Forest, circling a Grade I listed manor on technical forest trails that blend scenery and challenge. Pick your distance on the day from 5K to ultramarathon and earn a finisher medal.

Discover the Chiltern 50 Ultra Challenge from Henley for scenic looped routes through Chilterns countryside. Walk, jog or run solo or with a team over 10 km, 25 km or 50 km with basecamp support, finisher medal and meal.

Enjoy scenic off road runs or walks around Fleet Lagoon in Dorset, with 10k, half marathon, marathon, a new four person marathon relay and a canicross category. Trails are waymarked and the event raises funds for local charities.

Tackle a scenic 10 mile trail across gravel tracks, woodland and open views, finishing along an 800 year old Yew tree lined avenue. A new 1 km kids run makes this a perfect family day at Chilton Manor Farm.

Race on the Chase features marathon, half marathon and 10k routes across rolling chalk downland, woodland and ancient sites in Martin Down, finishing at Salisbury Racecourse. Every finisher gets a medal and the top three men and women win t..

Run to the Sea Bournemouth is a 50 km ultra on 3 October from Moors Valley to Hengistbury Head via flat forest trails and seafront paths. Fully supported with feed stations, medical cover and a bespoke medal.

Take on a 50 km point to point ultramarathon from Moors Valley to Hengistbury Head, blending forest trails and coastal paths into a flat, scenic course. Perfect for seasoned road and trail runners seeking a stunning autumn challenge.

Push your limits on the Salt Settlers Six Hour Race, a scenic 4.4 km loop in the Lower Otter valley from Budleigh Salterton Cricket Club. Run or walk solo or in pairs across six hours and enjoy cafe, showers and a commemorative memento.

Put your navigation skills to the test at East Devon 8 Trigs, a self navigated trail from Budleigh Salterton with 21 km, 42 km and 53 km routes along the South West Coast Path and Woodbury Common. Solo or two person teams, GPS tracking and..

Sibelco Templer Ten on 4 Oct 2026 at Stover School is a scenic 10 mile multi terrain run about 90 percent off road through Stover Country Park. Entries are capped at 325 and often sell out, with medals for all finishers.

Run a scenic and rugged half marathon through the Quantock Hills, featuring rolling climbs, forest trails and open moorland. Enjoy on course support, a finishers medal and a festival vibe with camping, pizza and nearby pubs.

Guided 30 mile trail run through the Surrey Hills from St Martha's Hill, taking in Denbies Wine Estate and the top of Box Hill. Led by an experienced ultra coach, this friendly group run promises an epic day on the North Downs Way for seaso..

Run the dramatic Jurassic Coast around the Isle of Purbeck with cliff top ridges, steep climbs and technical trails. Choose from 6, 12 or 24 km routes, with the Half Marathon passing Old Harry's Rocks for unforgettable coastal views.

Take on the Autumn 100, a 100 mile continuous trail around Goring on Thames on 17 October 2026. Four scenic 25 mile out and back legs along the Thames Path and Ridgeway, with full aid support and a 28 hour cutoff.

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.