Trail Running calendar near Swanage 2026-2027

Trail running at Fyne Court Estate in the Quantock Hills AONB with 5 km and 10 km options, using parkland and woodland trails. The 10 km is two laps of the 5 km circuit and medals are optional to reduce waste.

This timed event on August 15, 2026, offers a flexible, multi-lap format on a smooth riverside course in Winchester. Runners can choose their start time and distance, from a single lap to an ultra marathon, within a 7-hour window. All finis..

An evening trail event near Dorchester with 5k and 10k routes through sunflower fields and bridleways. Routes include an aid station and finishers receive medals, while the event supports a local hospital charity.

A Bath running event on 16 August 2026 featuring two long, lit railway tunnels and a programme from 500 m colourburst to ultramarathon and relays; proceeds support Sustrans.

South West Spartan at Badminton Park on 16 August 2026 offers a one day set of obstacle races across fields and woodland with generally flat terrain and some small hills. Distances include a 5 km Sprint, 10 km Super, 21 km Beast and a kids..

An off road half marathon around Henfield on rural paths and a disused railway, starting and finishing at Henfield Leisure Centre. Facilities include changing rooms, showers, free parking and finishers' medals; the course closes after four..

A 10 km trail run at Ramsbury Brewery on August 16, 2026, mostly off road through trails and woodland. Canicross friendly, entries include a medal, a pint cup and a free drink.

A timed, flexible run along a 3.28 mile out and back route beside the Stroud Waterways canal. Runners choose distances from 5 km up to ultra and may complete as many laps as they wish within a seven hour limit.

Join the Crook Peak Cake Race in Axbridge on Wed 19 Aug 2026 for a spirited 3 mile fell challenge across stunning Somerset hills, finishing with cake and community cheer. On the day entry available for runners aged 14 and up.

A summer ultra on the Community Forest Path near Bristol with a 45 mile full loop and a 30 mile partial loop. The event features four checkpoints, bespoke finisher medals, timed tracking from 2026 and a mandatory kit list.

Point-to-point mixed terrain running from Mayflower Park following the Old Way pilgrim trail, with 15 Mile and Marathon options. The route includes a short boat crossing of the Hamble River and passes several historic landmarks.

A South Downs trail running event based at Lancing College offering 5K, 10K, Marathon and 50K routes across grassy trails, chalk paths and ridgelines, with marked, chip-timed courses and aid stations.

A functional fitness race at Mountbatten Centre Portsmouth on 23 August 2026 offering Solo, Doubles and Relay options across ten Xercises with 400m or 800m run intervals; entrants must be 18 or older and a LITE weight division is available.

A steep, scenic trail run in Godshill offering a 5K one-loop option and a 10K two-loop option with 738 ft of climb. A relaxed community fundraising event with no chip timing and local charity support.

An urban to trail 8 mile loop from Bournemouth Square through Meyrick Park, fully signed with a midcourse aid station and modest elevation. A 10 week social training programme run by Sole Clinic supports runners preparing for the event.

Trail races at Wimbleball Lake include 10K and 5K runs with canicross options. The event is part of a bank holiday sports festival and offers camping, parking, finishers medals, event photos, and chip timing.

Scenic mixed-terrain races along the River Thames at Remenham Farm on 5 September 2026, featuring a half marathon, a 10K and a junior race. The event offers chip-timed results, themed medals, race photos and an event village with food and d..

A **30 mile** ultra run from Studland Bay around the Isle of Purbeck with about 4600 ft elevation. The guided coastal route uses the Purbeck Way and South West Coast Path and passes Corfe Castle, Kimmeridge Bay, Swanage and Old Harry Rocks.

Experience a challenging 6 mile moorland race across the rugged terrain of Dartmoor including steep climbs and woodland trails. This historic off road event finishes with a fast downhill run at the iconic Haytor Rock.

A series of runs at Westonbirt Arboretum in Sept 2026 and Feb 2027, offering distances from 1 mile to half marathon on solid forest paths, with marked courses, feed stations, event medals and age‑based entry rules.