Trail Running calendar near Taunton 2026-2027

A traditional fell race from Belstone Village to Cosdon Beacon and back, about 3.1 miles with roughly 300 m climb over rough open terrain. Junior races use shorter distances and under 14s race separately.

Trail races of 5, 10 and 15 miles take place in Moors Valley Country Park in Dorset on 5 July 2026. The event includes chip timing, feed stations, medical support and a bespoke finisher medal.

Timed multi-lap road event on The Itchen Way in Winchester offering 2.62 mile laps, a seven hour running window, an American theme with costume trophies, and on-course aid with vegan options.

A 10 km multiterrain race around Dorstone with steep offroad sections and country lanes. A 4 km fun run and a walkers option that welcomes dogs are also offered with day entry fees.

Join the award winning Cosmeston Relays for a team competition at Cosmeston Lakes Country Park. Teams of three tackle an undulating three mile circuit in this popular chip timed baton race.

A weekend trail festival at Newnham Park (10–12 July 2026) offering 12, 24 and 36 hour timed events for solo, pairs or teams, plus a kids race, on-site camping, vendors and medals for finishers.

Hazelbury Hurrah! is a multi terrain running event in Corsham on 10 July 2026 with a main six mile course and a 2 km junior race. The race is Trail Running Association licensed and supports local charities.

On 11 July 2026 an event in the Black Mountains offers distances from half marathon to 50 mile. Routes are self navigated with GPX files and supported by checkpoints, tracking, food provisions and medical cover.

A fun run on an inflatable obstacle course in Southampton on 11 July 2026, with distances from 2.5k to 15k, music zones, on-course water, and a finisher's medal for participants.

An off road running event on 11 July 2026 in Tipton St John featuring a scenic 10 km route through the Otter Valley and an approximately one mile Fun Run. Camping is available and finishers receive local prizes and medals.

A timed, multi lap run at Parc Taf Bargoed using a 5.3 km out and back lap. Distances range from 5 km to ultra with a seven hour limit and a medal or no medal entry option.

A 50 km trail race from Studland Beach along the Purbeck Way that passes coastal landmarks like Old Harry Rocks and Corfe Castle. One runner is appointed the Ferry who starts at the back and competitors aim to finish ahead of them.

Teams of three race from the Packhorse pub to a Midford cider farm and back over an off road route, collecting and carrying a full barrel. Fancy dress is compulsory and prizes include fastest teams and best costume.

A near entirely off road 17 mile run and walk along the Little Dart River from Rackenford to Bridge Reeve, Chulmleigh, within the North Devon UNESCO Biosphere. The route is marked and offers feed stations, marshals and one day access to pri..

The Pen y Fan Race on 11 July 2026 is a counter in the British Fell and Hill Championships, organised by Brecon Fans Races and sponsored by Pete Bland Sports. A guided Fan y Big Horseshoe jog follows; prizes include age-category and team aw..

The Forde Abbey 10K will take place in Thorncombe on Wednesday 15 July 2026. You can run 10 kilometers.

A 10 km trail race around Stoke Park in Stapleton, Bristol, organised by Town and Country Harriers. The marked course has steep climbs and natural obstacles, entry is for those aged 18 and over, and half the proceeds go to a local charity.

A farm based 24 hour solo running challenge in Dorset on 17 July 2026 with camping available over the weekend. Multiple timed events and shorter runs are scheduled and finishers receive a medal and event goodies.

A one lap trail of about 5K on private farmland near Blandford Forum on 17 July 2026, run or walk within a 90 minute cut off. Limited to 136 entrants with camping available over the weekend.

A solo 12 hour timed trail at Myncen Farm in Dorset on 18 July 2026. Entrants may run or walk as many laps as they wish within the permitted time and receive a medal and goodies after completing at least one lap.