Trail Running calendar near Swanage 2025-2026

Join the Martian Race at Horsell Common, running through the historic sandpits tied to H.G. Wells' The War of the Worlds. Distances range from a 2 km kids dash to a 21 km half marathon on scenic mixed terrain, run by volunteers for local ch..

Finish the Run the Seasons series at Cowdray Estate with scenic routes across polo lawns and Heyshott Common, overlooking Cowdray Ruins and the South Downs. Family and dog friendly distances, BBQ and bar, unique medals and luxury hampers.

Join the Exeter 10K River Run on 26 June 2026 for an evening, traffic free 10K along the scenic River Exe. Flat, fast and friendly, it is ideal for runners stepping up from shorter races or sharpening for a marathon.

Explore the North Downs on scenic, punchy trails from Cranleigh Showground on 27 June 2026. Routes from 5 km to a 50 km ultra wind through Winterfold, Hurtwood, Leith Hill and Ranmore Common for a challenging countryside adventure.

Tackle the Hangers Way 50K, a point to point trail through Hampshire woodlands and rolling grassland, visiting picturesque villages like Selborne. Enjoy a fully signed route, a 9 hour cut off and option to plant a tree instead of a medal.

Take a guided 10 km trail run around the dramatic Devil's Punchbowl, enjoying rolling hills and wide open views. Runs at sunset or by night with headtorches offer a social, coached group experience for fit trail runners.

Explore the South Downs on the Serpent Trail, offering distances from 10 km to 100 km as it winds through rare heath and ancient woodland. Entries include coach transport to the start, plus camping, food, a licensed bar and a kids race.

Enjoy the Otter Rail and River Run: a scenic off road 10 km through Otter Valley along the river, woods and old railway, plus a fun 1 mile run for all ages. Community event with finishers prizes and Otter Brewery beer.

Run the Cider 5K.ish on Friday 17 July 2026 at Myncen Farm near Blandford Forum, a scenic one lap trail over fields, grass and dusty tracks. Part of a weekend of running and optional camping, this friendly race offers finisher goodies.

Take on the 12 hour Cider Challenge solo across undulating farm trails in Dorset this July 18, with fields, wildflowers and dusty tracks underfoot. Camp onsite for a full weekend vibe and earn a medal and goodies for every finisher.

Join BigHeat CAMP FIRE, a fiery weekend trail festival on 18 and 19 July 2026 at Mill Farm near Petworth with single lap routes through woodland. Relax in the event village with camping, yoga, live music, food, wild sauna and firepits.

Tackle the Apple Plod 10K.ish on Sunday 19 July 2026 at Myncen Farm for a two lap undulating trail run or walk through fields, wildflowers and dusty tracks. Enjoy a relaxed 2.5 hour cut off, weekend camping and finisher goodies.

Enjoy the Wye Valley Tunnel Run along the scenic Greenway, including the 1 km Tidenham Tunnel and riverside railway paths. Distances from kids Colourburst to marathon make this a family event with waymarked routes and on course feast statio..

Run a scenic 50 km loop from Dunster along the South West Coast Path across Exmoor with about 1600 m climb, or choose shorter loops and a family 10K around Dunster Castle. Camping and robust on course support make this a top summer ultra.

Run or walk the North Downs 50 Ultra around Guildford, a scenic 50 km loop through the Surrey hills. Shorter routes, staffed aid stations, GPS tracking and camping or en suite finishes make this a supported trail day for all paces.

Join the Totnes 10K on Sunday 2 August 2026 for a scenic off road run alongside the River Dart, starting and finishing in Borough Park. Expect a fun 1 mile family run, bespoke medals and a lively village atmosphere.

Take on the MTC Thames Challenge, a four day 184 mile ultra along the Thames Path from the Cotswolds to Greenwich. Choose solo or relay and enjoy shared accommodation, evening meals and daily kit transfers.

Tackle the 57 mile point to point MTC Cotswold Ultra along the scenic Thames Path through Cotswold countryside. Finishers receive a bespoke medal, every runner gets an MTC visor and checkpoints plus GPX keep you supported.

Run 47 miles along the River Thames from Henley to Kingston in the scenic MTC Windsor Ultra. Enjoy riverside views, three aid checkpoints and a bespoke finisher medal plus a choice of technical shirt, mug or hat.

Run the North Downs Way in about 100 miles from Farnham to Ashford, tackling rolling chalk downland and roughly 11,000 ft of ascent. This 30 hour Western States qualifier offers stocked aid stations and a memorable test of endurance.