Trail Running calendar near Swanage 2025-2026

Take in sweeping views from Watership Down on scenic trails with marathon, half and 10K options. Enjoy chip timing, a finisher medal, goody bag and a keepsake beer glass while supporting Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance.

The La Barjo Ultra & Raid de l'Archange will take place in La Hague from Friday 19 June 2026 to Sunday 21 June 2026. You can run between 15 and 80 kilometers.

Run the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site on 20 to 21 June with self navigated multi distance races from Poole to Exmouth. Enjoy scenic coastal trails, live GPS tracking and well stocked aid stations for a professionally managed challenge.

Race to the King on 20 June 2026 invites runners to explore the South Downs and Monarch's Way at West Dean Gardens, with coastal and castle views. Distances from 30 to 100 km include full support, food stops and a hot finish meal.

Run the Martian Race at Horsell Common on 21 June 2026 and follow routes through the sandpits immortalised in H.G. Wells The War of the Worlds. Volunteer organised and charity focused, with distances for all ages.

Celebrate the season finale at Cowdray Estate with scenic routes across polo lawns, Ambersham Common and views of the Cowdray Ruins and South Downs. Canicross options, a kids run and post race BBQ and bar make for a festive family finish.

Join a guided 10km trail run around the Devil's Punchbowl in Hindhead, enjoying rolling hills and a scenic pause with great views. This friendly group paced run is led by an experienced guide and runs at sunset or by headtorch in winter.

Take on the Serpent Trail in the South Downs on 4 July 2026, with routes from 10 km to 100 km across heathland, ancient woods and chalk hills. Camping, coach transfers, food and a licensed bar make it a perfect weekend for runners and walke..

Join the Otter Rail and River Run for a scenic off road 10 km or one mile family run along riverside paths and woodland. Community event raising funds for the village playing field with finishers receiving a local memento.

BigHeat CAMP FIRE is a festival style trail weekend at Mill Farm in the Surrey Hills, pairing single lap scenic trails with a fiery communal vibe. Choose from 2 km to a 50 km ultra, then unwind with camping, live music and yoga.

The Cider 5K.ish is a one-lap, 5-kilometre trail run/walk set on Myncen Farm in Minchington, near Blandford Forum, Dorset. The undulating course takes you across fields, grass, wildflowers, crops and dusty tracks on private farmland with pe..

The Cider Challenge Solo is a 12-hour trail-running event held on a privately owned farm in Dorset (Myncen Farm, Minchington, Blandford Forum, DT11 8DH). Designed for solo runners, with the option to enter as part of a team, participants ha..

Event overview The Apple Plod 10K.ish is a trail running event on Sunday, 19 July 2026, organised by Running Events Devon. The race distance is 10K and is described as undulating trail on a two-lap course. Participants may run or walk; ther..

Experience the Wye Valley Tunnel Run, racing through the atmospheric Tidenham Tunnel and scenic riverside and old railway paths. Distances suit everyone from a Colourbust family fun run to a full marathon, with trail charm and big event ene..

Take on the South West Coast 50 Ultra Challenge around Dunster, a scenic 50 km loop along the Minehead section of the South West Coast Path across Exmoor with about 1600 m of climb. Enjoy staffed aid stops, camping, GPS tracking and post ra..

Join the North Downs 50 Ultra Challenge on Sat 1 Aug 2026 for scenic runs from Guildford across Surrey hills and the North Downs Way. Choose 10 km, 25 km or 50 km routes with full support, night markings and medical cover.

Enjoy the Totnes 10K along mostly off road riverside trails beside the River Dart, starting and finishing in Borough Park with a lively race hub and bespoke finisher medal. Limited places and proceeds support Totnes Caring.

Take on the MTC Thames Challenge, a four day 184 mile multi stage endurance race along the scenic Thames Path from the source to the Thames Barrier. Included hotels and main evening meals connect the stages for a supported ultra experience.

Tackle the MTC Cotswold Ultra, a scenic 57 mile point to point along the Thames Path from Kemble to Oxford, with a bespoke medal and MTC head visor for all. Classic Cotswold views and trophies for winners make this a memorable challenge.

Take on the 47 mile MTC Windsor Ultra along the scenic Thames from Henley to Kingston, testing endurance with three aid stops and rolling river views. Finishers get a bespoke medal and choice of tech shirt, mug or hat.