Trail Running calendar near Swanage 2025-2026

Tackle a guided 30 mile trail on the South Downs Way from Harting Down, West Sussex, passing Beacon Hill and the ancient yews of Kingley Vale. This friendly group run from Running Adventures offers a scenic, supportive challenge for experie..

Experience coastal trails at Lulworth Cove Trails on 28 February 2026, with stunning Dorset coastline views and the charm of the Lulworth Castle Estate. Choose 10K, 27K or 50K routes featuring rugged trail sections, climbs and classic count..

Explore scenic coastal paths around Chichester Harbour with views of Bosham Hoe, Itchenor and the South Downs and a short foreshore crossing at low tide. Choose 16 km or 21 km routes with canicross options and a friendly race day vibe.

The Weymouth Bay 10K is a scenic charity fun run held in Weymouth, Dorset, starting at Bowleaze Green near the Riviera Hotel. The course is an accurately measured out-and-back route featuring two laps, extending towards Pleasure Pier and re..

Take on the rugged Imber Ultra, a 33.5 mile multi terrain trail around Salisbury Plain starting from Westbury. This charity fundraiser on 1 March 2026 follows the Imber Range Perimeter Path clockwise and welcomes adventurous trail runners.

Up on the Downs, hosted by Tri-Counties Trail Running, takes place at Breamore House near Salisbury. Runners can choose from 5k, 10k (about 11.5k), or a half marathon, all starting and finishing at Breamore House. The route is mainly trail,..

Join a guided 10 km trail from Silent Pool, Albury along the North Downs Way through Netley Heath to Shere, with sunset or headtorch night options. Led by a qualified guide, the run features kit trials and sometimes an alcohol free beer.

Take on the Winter Green Man Ultra near Bristol with 30 or 45 mile self navigated courses along the Community Forest Path, finishing at Ashton Park School. Expect crisp winter trails, checkpoint support and a technical finishers shirt and m..

Run through ancient New Forest woodlands, heath and meadows with 10km, 15km and 22km route options. Dog friendly, with canicross categories, chip timing and medals.

Brutal at Chawton is a raw trail run across muddy woodland, water filled craters and steep sided valleys with tight technical trails. Options for 5 km or 10 km include dedicated canicross waves so bring your dog and expect big challenges.

Take on the Wight Riot, a mixed terrain coastal path run at Hordle Cliff West with stunning views of the Isle of Wight and passages past Sturt Pond. Choose a 5K or multiple lap ultra and earn a finisher medal for every completed lap.

Run from Swanage seafront to the dramatic ruins of Corfe Castle along scenic chalk and sand trails past Old Harry Rocks and Studland. Finishers can ride a private steam train back to Swanage for a memorable end to the day.

Explore the South Downs at the Maverick Hampshire Trail, a scenic Matterley Basin race with rolling hills and technical descents. Choose 24 km, 16 km or 5 km and enjoy timed results, a finisher medal and dog friendly entries.

Take on the South Downs Way with Winter's End, a scenic trail event offering a 50 mile ultramarathon and two marathon options between Arundel and Winchester. Expect chalk ridge views, well stocked aid stations and a true point to point adve..

Join a guided 13 mile trail run around Guildford's Surrey Hills, visiting St Martha's Hill, Shere and the North Downs Way. Enjoy a friendly group pace, kit support and optional post run refreshments.

Run through the South Downs at Stansted House Trail Run, choosing 10 km, 16 km or 21 km routes that wind through woodlands, fields and rolling hills. Enjoy chip timing, a finisher medal and marshals for a memorable spring trail.

Test your endurance at the Elephant Challenge in Salcey Forest on 24 March 2026, a timed 6 hour event where you run as many 3.5 mile off road laps as you like. Enjoy scenic forest trails, an optional medal or tree token and a chance to supp..

Join a guided 10km trail run at Hankley Common to explore the Lion's Mouth Atlantic Wall and scenic filming locations. Led by an experienced coach, this social group run offers kit advice and chances to trial trail gear.

The Way of the Dead is a challenging 50k running event traversing Dartmoor from east to west, organized by Wild Running. Participants can compete solo or in pairs, with live GPS tracking and three checkpoints that also serve as feed station..

Beyond Bristol offers scenic 25 km and 55 km trail routes from Museum Square. Race under the Clifton Suspension Bridge, through Leigh Woods and along riverside and railway paths, with feed stations and a finisher medal.