Trail Running calendar near Swindon 2026-2027

A 17.5-mile trail run following the marked boundary of the beautiful Ashridge Estate. The varied off-road course includes a climb to Ivinghoe Beacon. Every finisher receives a gift, and a donation from each entry supports the National Trust..

The Ultra in the Black Country returns for its ninth year in March 2026. This 32-mile scenic loop starts and finishes at Baggeridge Country Park. The traffic-free route explores disused railways, canal paths, and tunnels, and can be run sol..

Tackle the hills and mud of Axminster in the Minster Challenge. Choose from a challenging 12 km, a 5 km route, or a family-friendly 3 km fun run. All finishers earn a medal, and the event features a supportive trail running atmosphere.

Experience a scenic 50 km loop through the South Downs starting from historic Arundel. This trail race features rolling hills, forest paths, and riverside tracks with full navigation marking and live GPS tracking.

Experience a scenic 16 mile multi terrain race through the Berkshire and Hampshire countryside. This undulating cross country course offers bus transport to the start and kit transfers for all participants.

A five mile off road trail at Upcote Farm on 29 March 2026, limited to about 300 places. The route features farm roads, bridleways and forest tracks, with chip timing, medals for all and prize categories for juniors and veterans.

Experience a traffic free 10k trail run through the ancient pollard trees and lakes of Epping Forest. This undulating two lap forest course features chip timing and finisher medals for all participants.

Take on the Gauntlet Treasure Run along a flat riverside towpath in Walton on Thames, doing laps of a 5.3 km out and back to build any distance from 5k to ultra within seven hours. Limited places and every finisher gets a medal.

Choose your distance on the day with these flexible loop based races in Buckinghamshire. Run anything from 7km to an Ultra Marathon on scenic trail and road routes with full support and central aid stations.

Experience a premier multisport challenge at the Culden Faw Estate featuring road and offroad duathlons plus a six hour endurance race for all bike types.

Celebrate a birthday with a Cakeathon in South Wales. Run or walk a flexible number of laps on a 5.3km course through Parc Taf Bargoed. Choose your distance and enjoy a 7-hour event with a finisher's medal and cake.

Enjoy a flexible 7 hour time challenge along the scenic River Thames at Runnymede. Choose your own distance from 3km to ultra marathon and earn a unique Easter egg medal and goody bag.

Testway Ultra on 04/04/2026 invites runners to tackle scenic 40 or 50 mile routes along Hampshire's Testway from Linkenholt to Totton. Well marked trails, regular aid stations and a shuttle make for a friendly, memorable ultra.

The BOWUM is a 30-mile ultramarathon exploring the historic Welsh borderlands. The circular route from Monmouth passes three ancient castles and features a mix of trail and road. This inaugural event offers supported checkpoints and encoura..

Test your endurance with this 12 hour Backyard Ultra format race featuring a 4.167 mile loop through the Purbecks. Run as an individual or in a team while enjoying the scenic Jurassic Coast and a lively event village.

Enjoy a festive multi terrain run around the picturesque Chasewater Reservoir with distances ranging from a Junior Run to 20 km. This undulating course features professional timing, bespoke medals, and a friendly atmosphere.

Take on the Unbreakable Treasure Run on 5 April 2026 at Xcel SPORTS HUB, Walton on Thames, running timed laps along a flat riverside towpath from 5 km to ultra. Limited places and a 7 hour time cap make this a focused challenge with a keeps..

Join this Easter Monday tradition in Berkshire featuring a 10km off road course through local woodlands. Participants can choose between a standard foot race or a dog friendly canicross event starting from the Mortimer Fairground.

Experience a scenic 8 mile multi terrain circuit in Freshwater featuring 900 feet of ascent and coastal views. This hilly course takes runners past Tennyson Down and Alum Bay with professional timing and finisher rewards.

A traditional 5-mile trail run on Easter Monday, looping around the scenic Hall Barn Estate. The event starts and finishes at Beaconsfield Rugby Club, with parking available at the nearby motorway services. Trail shoes are recommended for t..