Trail Running calendar near Taunton 2025-2026

Ultra X Wales brings runners to the stunning Brecon Beacons near Abergavenny on 25 and 26 July 2026, offering distances from 12 km up to 110 km. Well supported aid stations, lenient cut offs and on site camping make it a bold but welcoming..

Run the South West Coast 50 from Dunster basecamp beneath Dunster Castle, a scenic 50 km loop on the coastal path and Exmoor with about 1600 m of climb. 25 km and 10 km options plus full support and camping suit runners and brisk walkers.

Run or walk as far as you like in the 7 hour Ooops I Ran It Again event at scenic Dare Valley Country Park, from 3 km to ultra distances. Finishers earn themed medals and distance pins, with aid stations, vegan snacks and free parking, and..

Take on the iconic Pen Y Fan with scenic trail routes to the summit, choose 5 miles or 13 miles, and enjoy chip timing, a finisher buff and medal. Well marshalled with post race treats, this is a classic Welsh hill challenge.

Tackle EDDUM 2026, a 50 mile loop along the Epynt Way around Sennybridge Training Area, framed by the Brecon Beacons and Cambrian Mountains. No time limit, fully stocked checkpoints and crew support.

Explore Dartmoor with two marked trail races finishing at Ivybridge Rugby Club. Pick the 33.5 mile baby ultra across two 600 m summits or the 15.5 mile final section, then enjoy on site camping, food and finisher medals.

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.

Tackle the MTC Thames Challenge, a four day 184 mile ultra from the Cotswolds to the Thames Barrier, 6 to 9 August 2026. Cover four scenic stages on the Thames Path, earn UTMB points and collect a bespoke medal each day.

Run a scenic 57 mile point to point ultramarathon along the Thames Path through the Cotswolds, finishing in Oxford. All finishers receive a bespoke medal and MTC head visor, with trophies for winners and a charity entry option.

Run the Mendip Marauder, a scenic but hilly trail on the Mendip Way with 30 or 50 mile options that traverse Ebbor Gorge, Cheddar and woodlands before a memorable finish on Uphill Sands Beach. Well marked trails and staffed aid stations sup..

Enjoy a lively 10 km multi terrain run around Ramsbury Brewery on Sunday 9 August 2026, with a canicross option and mostly off road trails. Finish with a pint and support Brighter Futures in this friendly community race.

Experience the Two Tunnels in Bath, a unique run through two lit, surfaced railway tunnels and rolling paths. Options span short Colourburst runs up to marathon and 50 km distances, with proceeds supporting Sustrans.

Summer Green Man Ultra offers scenic self navigated 45 or 30 mile loops around Bristol's Community Forest Path with checkpoints and a shared finish at Ashton Park School. Competitor tracking and finisher medals make it extra rewarding.

Beast of Llangattock is a scenic trail run from Park Farm on 22 August 2026 offering distances from 10 km to 51 km. Expect escarpment views, fully marked routes with GPX files, checkpoints and well stocked aid stations.

Enjoy scenic trail laps around Wimbleball Lake on off road routes with water views and a friendly festival atmosphere. Choose 5K or 10K courses with run and canicross options, finisher medals and pro timing.

Join an early evening 8 mile or 4 mile trail run through the picturesque grounds of Newnham Park in Plympton on 28 August 2026. Canicross runners welcome and proceeds will support Bowel Cancer West.

Tackle scenic Cambrian Way into Cardiff with two point to point ultras of 33 or 44 miles through woodlands and fells to a finish near Castell Coch. Organised by Ridge Runners, the community event offers aid stations and food.

Take on the Steam Challenge in Bridestowe on 30 August 2026 for a scenic out and back on an old rail line, run or walk 5.3 km laps and complete as many as you can within the event time limits. Places are limited to 70 entrants and medals aw..

Join a guided 30 mile trail run around the Isle of Purbeck, tackling very hilly coastal paths and 1400 m of ascent through iconic spots like Corfe Castle and Old Harry Rocks. This non competitive group run is scenic, challenging and social.

Run a scenic 30 mile ultra around the Rhymney Valley Ridgeway in South East Wales, with ridge top views, trails and woodland. Staffed checkpoints, no time limits and post race care make this a welcoming challenge.