Trail Running calendar near Thornbury 2025-2026

The Cannock Chase Trail Runs take place in the scenic Cannock Chase Forest near Rugeley, north of Birmingham, designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The event offers 5km and 10km trail runs suitable for all abilities, with no cut-off times, encouraging participation at any pace. The co..

The Chedworth Roman Trail is a popular trail running event held in the scenic Cotswold countryside near Chedworth Village, Gloucestershire. Taking place on September 21, 2025, it offers two challenging multi-terrain races: a 10-mile and a 5-mile lap through undulating tracks, footpaths, fields, and..

The Warhorse will take place in Braunton on Sunday 21 September 2025.

The Doone Run is a popular 10-mile (16km) trail race held in the scenic Doone Valley within Exmoor National Park, near Lynmouth. Organized by Ilfracombe Running Club, this event features a challenging multi-terrain course that includes coastal paths, wooded riverside banks, roads, and trails, offeri..

The Maverick Original Mendips 2025 is a thrilling trail running event set in the picturesque Mendips Hills. Participants can choose from three routes: Long (22 km), Middle (13 km), and Short (7 km), each offering stunning views and diverse terrain, including climbs and descents. The race showcases t..

The Chiltern 50 Ultra Challenge is a scenic endurance event set in the picturesque Chilterns, offering options for 50 km, 25 km, and 10 km routes. Participants can walk, jog, or run through historic trails, rolling hills, and nature reserves, with full support including rest stops, medical aid, and..

Steeple Barton Chase is an annual fun run held at Barton Abbey in Oxfordshire, designed to raise funds for the Steeple Barton church. The event features a variety of running options, including a main 10K run, a 5K run for those seeking a shorter challenge, and a 1K Family Fun Run that encourages par..

The Black Nore 10km, organized by Portishead Running Club, is set to take place on September 28, 2025. This mixed terrain race begins at the Portishead Open Air Pool and features a scenic route along the Bristol Channel, passing the iconic Black Nore Lighthouse and through the National Trust's Redcl..

"Something to Talk About" is a 7-hour trail running event set in the scenic New Forest at Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Activity Centre. Participants can choose their own distance, from 5K to ultra-marathon, with looped routes of 3.28 miles through beautiful forest surroundings. The event offers flexible sta..

The Wild Run in the Cotswolds is a trail running event set in the scenic, secluded forests of Wychwood at Cornbury Park in Oxfordshire. Participants can choose from various race distances, including 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon, and a 6-hour challenge called the 360. The course features fully marked..

Race on the Chase is an annual trail running event held at Salisbury Racecourse, just 3 miles from Salisbury city centre. Celebrating its seventh anniversary in 2025, the race offers marathon, half marathon, and 10K distances, all featuring undulating downland terrain with historic ancient tracks, g..

The Kingfisher Challenge is a 6-hour trail running event held at Coombe Abbey Park, Coventry. The course features mature woodland, waterways, and open grassland, offering a scenic and mostly flat 3.3-mile loop primarily on stone pathways with some meadow sections. Participants can run as many laps a..

The Petzl Night Trails 10K at Coombe Abbey is an exciting running event set in the scenic Coombe Abbey Park in Coventry. Participants will experience a unique night-time trail run, showcasing the beauty of the park under the stars. This event is designed for runners of all levels, offering a thrilli..

The Exmoor Coast 55 is a 55 km ultra marathon held along the South West Coast Path, starting at Combe Martin and finishing in Minehead. This scenic route traverses the entire length of Exmoor National Park, featuring England's longest stretch of coastal woodland, the highest coastal point at Culbone..

The North Coast 110 is a challenging ultra marathon event held along the true North Coast of the South West peninsula in North Devon and Exmoor, UK. Offering four distances—110 miles, 110 km, 65 km, and 55 km—the race follows the scenic South West Coast Path with self-navigation and GPS tracking. Th..

The Guided 50k Ultramarathon in New Alresford, Hampshire, offers participants a scenic running experience through beautiful trails, including sections of the Watercress Way and Oxdrove Way. This event is designed for those who have completed at least a 20-mile run in the past year and will be conduc..

The Guided 15 Mile Run in New Alresford, Hampshire, offers a scenic experience for runners looking to tackle the first loop of a 50k event. Participants can enjoy the beautiful trails of the Watercress Way and Oxdrove Way, starting and finishing in the charming market town of Alresford. This relaxed..

The Gower Ultra 50, Ultra Bach & Trail Race are three long-distance trail running events held in the Gower Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) in Wales. Following the Wales Coast Path, the races showcase stunning beaches, bays, coves, farmland, and fishing villages. The Ultra 50 covers a full..

Run to the Sea Bournemouth is a 50km ultramarathon featuring a flat, scenic, and well-organized point-to-point course from Moors Valley Country Park to Hengistbury Head, Bournemouth. The route includes diverse terrain such as forest trails, the Castleman Trailway, and coastal paths along the stunnin..

Bolt Round the Holt is a charity running event held at Alice Holt Forest, aimed at raising funds for GUTS, an organization focused on improving bowel cancer survival through early detection and treatment. The event features a scenic and undulating trail, offering participants the choice of a Half Ma..