Trail Running calendar near Swindon 2026-2027

A seven hour time challenge along the River Thames with distances from 3km to 50km, medals and pins, mixed path and trail terrain.

A night race at Westonbirt National Arboretum on 6 February 2027, with scenic routes through tree collections and firm trail-like surfaces. Distances include 5 km and 10 km; tickets are currently sold out.

Single-loop trail races of 50 miles, 50K and 20 miles around Ditcham Park School in Hampshire, following parts of the Staunton and Monarchs Ways and the South Downs Way.

A two day 66 mile winter trail event on the North Downs Way with marked routes, staffed aid stations, overnight accommodation and luggage transfers.

A Backyard Ultra near Crickhowell mixing 50/50 trail and tarmac on a 4.167 mile loop, eleven timed laps then a final race to decide the winner.

Looped races at Chalfont Park Sports Club and Chalfont St Peter Community Centre let runners choose distances from single 7K or 10K laps up to ultramarathons, with drop bag access, aid stations, crew support and on-site medical cover.

A 5km and 10km run through Westonbirt Arboretum on 7 February 2027, with firm trail terrain and routes through areas showcasing over 2,500 tree species. The event is family friendly and tickets are currently sold out.

A 5k canicross at Irchester Country Park on mixed woodland tracks, with staggered starts, first aid support, medals and trophies for top finishers. Recommended kit includes trail shoes and a canicross harness; free race photos are provided.

A scenic 10 mile race in Milton Keynes that follows riverside parkland and passes through the narrow Cattle Creep tunnel, with canicross friendly provisions and chip timing.

Two coastal half marathons in Portsmouth and Langstone across Valentine’s weekend, with an optional ferry crossing and a bonus medal for completing both days.

Looped races at Chalfont Park Sports Club and Chalfont St Peter Community Centre let runners choose distances from single 7K or 10K laps up to ultramarathons, with drop bag access, aid stations, crew support and on-site medical cover.

A UKA measured 10 mile road race on 14 February 2027 starting and finishing at King George V Playing Field in Melksham. The course passes Lacock, offers prize categories and medals for finishers, and includes water stations and basic race f..

A trail event in Dalwood on 14 February 2027 offering 10 miles, 5 km and 3 km routes across hilly, muddy countryside with river crossings. The event is licenced by the Trail Running Association and follows UK Athletics rules.

A self navigation coastal trail on the South West Coast Path around Portland offering Marathon, Half Marathon and 10k options with mandatory kit requirements and entries capped at 500.

Choose your distance from 5k to Ultra on a tough off road course at Pengethley Manor. Experience vineyard trails with a seven hour time limit and unique medal options for individuals or pairs.

A winter mountain trail event from Brecon to Cardiff featuring a 47.5 mile ultra over 11 summits and a 26.2 mile marathon from Merthyr, both on unmarked routes with GPS navigation and staffed checkpoints.

A 43 mile point to point ultra from the Brecon Beacons to Nantgarw near Cardiff, following the Taff Trail through upland reservoirs and former railway and canal corridors. Five manned checkpoints and a midway drop bag at Merthyr are provide..

A timed event on a 2.62 mile out and back canal route with flexible rock up and run starts. Distances range from 5 km through marathon and beyond, with a seven hour time limit and a finisher medal for all.

Trail ultra on the North Downs Way and Norbury Park near Dorking, a fairly level 50k with 2986 ft ascent and four staffed checkpoints.

Two Tunnels in Bath on 21 February 2027 offers many distances and runs through two long restored, lit and surfaced railway tunnels under the city, with start and finish at Brickfields Park and a charity contribution to Sustrans.