Trail Running calendar near Swanage 2026-2027

A trail running event using the West Somerset Railway steam line, offering *11 km*, *11 miles* and a full marathon. Runners travel by steam train to their start points and finish outside Minehead Station, with routes through the Quantock Hi..

A city-centre trail event offering a 55 km ultra and a 25 km trail run through riverside paths, woodland and parts of the old Bristol and Bath Railway. Public parking is nearby and public transport is recommended.

A multi distance canal and riverside ultra series based at Streatley on Thames offering roughly 250, 158 and 98 mile options. Routes use GPX and maps, include GPS tracking and staffed checkpoints with varied facilities.

A last-person-standing Backyard Ultra at the Medieval Village, Cosmeston Lakes: runners repeat a fixed **6706 m** loop each hour until one athlete completes one more loop than anyone else. Camping and on-site facilities are provided.

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 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 trail event at Lancing Manor Leisure Centre on 2 May 2027 offering Marathon, Half Marathon and a 5 mile trail run across South Downs terrain. Courses include steep hills, regular aid stations and volunteer marshals.

Off road half marathon and 10 km through Collingbourne woods near Ludgershall with stocked aid stations, full medical support and chip timing. Medals for all finishers and prizes for the top three men and women.

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 riverside trail event at Remenham Farm in Henley-on-Thames offering a Half Marathon, 10K and a Junior Race for under 11s, with chip timing, medals, free photos and an event village.