Trail Running calendar near Wells 2025-2026

Face the True Grit Trail Marathon on 16 May 2026 in Bridgend, a 26.2 mile adventure across mixed terrain, quarries and the notorious Mount Mayhem. Limited to 50 places, with a marked route, five aid stations and a bespoke finisher medal.

Take on the Compton Downland Challenge on 16 May 2026, choosing the marathon or a scenic 16 mile route across the Berkshire Downs and Ridgeway. Expect rolling trails, countryside views, on course aid and a hand thrown mug at the finish.

Join the Semington Slog on 16 May 2026 for a scenic 10K or family 2K around the village, canal towpath and leafy lanes. A friendly community fundraiser at St Georges School with marshalled routes, children’s activities and tasty food, plus..

Marilyn's Meldon Madness on 16 May 2026 invites runners to a spirited fell challenge at Meldon Reservoir near Okehampton, with a testing 415 m climb and sweeping moorland views. Pre entry is required and places are limited.

Run from Tudor Sudeley Castle through the rolling Cotswold Hills on scenic trails and historic paths. Distances from 7 km to 50k welcome all abilities and the event is dog friendly.

Join the Deddington Four Farms Challenge on Sunday 17 May 2026 for 5k and 10k routes around the picturesque parish of Deddington. Open to experienced runners, fun runners and families, it is a friendly event supporting local charities.

Take on the Beer Blazer on 17 May 2026, a multi terrain run along the Jurassic Coast with cliff top views and pebble beach sections. Enjoy race day refreshments and a BBQ while supporting Beer Primary School.

Join the Portcullis Trail 10 km in Langport on Sunday 17 May 2026 for a scenic run across the Levels, droves and countryside around Cocklemoor. Expect mixed trail terrain and a friendly community vibe; no headphones or dogs.

Run the Taunton Trail 10K or Half Marathon on 24 May 2026 at Taunton Rugby Football Club for an ultra flat, fast route along scenic waterways. Friendly marshals, well stocked feed stations and finisher medals make for a rewarding day.

Run across Dorset from just south of Salisbury to the Jurassic Coast on mostly trail with minimal road running and support along the route. Choose from 100 km, 50 km or a 20 mile Purbeck Traverse for a rewarding coastal challenge.

Celebrate Rocky at 50 with a scenic Time Challenge at Dare Valley Country Park, choosing laps to suit any distance from 3 km to an ultra. Finishers get a themed medal and goody bag, plus park views and on course refreshments.

Join the Southampton Running Festival on 31 May 2026 for scenic 5K, 10K, half marathon and junior races around Southampton Common. Lap courses wind through woodland, ponds and parkland with an event village at the finish.

Take on the VOGUM 40 mile ultra along the Wales Coast Path on 6 June 2026, enjoying beaches, cliffs and coastal castle views from Porthcawl to Penarth. Fully staffed checkpoints and no time limit make this a stunning and supported adventure..

Midnight Mountain Marathon in Brecon Beacons lets runners start in daylight and finish under stars while crossing iconic summits like Pen Y Fan. Pick marathon, half or bergen entries and collect a finisher medal plus a warming mug of tea.

Tackle 32 miles of rugged Dartmoor roads in the Dartmoor Discovery Ultra, a single lap with tough climbs and sweeping moorland views around Princetown. Club run atmosphere with a finisher tee, medal and lively after party.

Join Blended Trails Backyard Ultra at Chilton Manor Farm for a test of endurance: run a one hour loop each hour until only one runner completes a lap. Enjoy private trails, camping, great fuel stations and a winner takes all prize.

Take on the Oner Ultra Trail Run, an epic 85 mile coastal ultramarathon along the scenic Dorset Coast Path on 6 June 2026. Runners must complete the route within 24 hours for a true test of endurance.

Run beneath Bath on the Two Tunnels route, including the UK's longest underground stretch through historic rail tunnels. Distances from 500 m to ultra mean every runner can take part while supporting Sustrans.

BigSea Trails WATER brings runners to the Isle of Purbeck, with a beach start and single lap routes past Corfe Castle, Kimmeridge Bay and Old Harry Rocks. Distances from half marathon to 54k ultramarathon offer sweeping coastal views.

Run the Bournemouth Beach Race from Bournemouth Pier on 7 June 2026 with 5K and 10K courses along the sand. Expect coastal views, sandy footing and groynes to clamber over for a scenic seaside challenge.