Trail Running calendar near West Dean 2026-2027

Ventnor Horseshoe on Sat 12 Sep 2026 offers a scenic but testing 12 km fell course around Ventnor with 443 m of climb. Part of the Isle of Wight Fell Series, it is perfect for runners seeking a tough coastal hill challenge.

Start the IOW Fell Running Series with St Boniface Fell in Ventnor on Sat 12 Sep 2026, a punchy 3.9 km race with 235 m of climbing across scenic Isle of Wight terrain. Pre entry or on the day entries welcome.

Experience the rugged beauty of the Dorset coastline with trail races ranging from 10k to a 50k ultra. Run through the historic Lulworth Castle Estate featuring scenic climbs and coastal views.

The The C2C Essex Ultra will take place in Tilbury on Saturday 12 September 2026. You can run between 10 and 50 miles.

Experience the scenic beauty of Surrey at The Farnham Pilgrim Marathon. This event features a 26.2 mile route starting from The Sands Recreation Ground and offers participants spectacular views throughout the course.

Experience a hilly multi-terrain race through the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Choose between 15k and 30k routes linking historic Norman churches and medieval trails in East Sussex.

Participate in a chip timed trail race through the West Sussex countryside starting in Slinfold. This family friendly memorial event features 10k and 5k routes plus dedicated races for children.

Tackle the Wroxall Round on 13 September 2026, a scenic 21.1 km fell run around Ventnor with about 487 m of ascent. Open to adults, with on the day entries and team places, this is race 3 of the Isle of Wight Fell Running Series.

Experience a scenic trail run through the beautiful Hertfordshire countryside starting in the village of Sandridge. This event features a 10k route near the historic city of St Albans with a finish at the local primary school.

A community 10K and 2k kids fun run on the rough, undulating tracks of Ashtead Common on Sunday 13 September 2026. The event raises funds for local charities and promotes low-impact travel and environmental awareness.

Experience an annual fun run at Barton Abbey in Oxfordshire featuring 10k and 5k courses on undulating terrain. Join several race distances or a flexible family fun run to support the maintenance of Steeple Barton Church.

Experience a scenic multi terrain 10km or canicross run through woodlands and private fields. Finish your journey at the Ridgeway View Campsite with a custom medal and a cold pint from SOX Brewery.

A **10 km** forest run in Moreton Forest featuring mixed tracks, roots, two stiles and a stream, finishing with a final kilometre on a country road. The event is licensed, open to runners aged 16 and over, and awards a finisher medal.

The Bradenham Blast is a scenic 10km trail race through the Chilterns. The hilly course features beech woodlands and a final 3km downhill stretch. It offers finisher medals, photography, and prizes for top runners and teams.

A 50 mile fully marked loop through the Chiltern Hills with 5600 feet of climb, five aid stations, on course medical support and a 13 hour cut off. The race starts and finishes in Goring on Thames and requires a marathon qualifier.

Experience the beauty of the Garden of England with trail races across Kent's most iconic landscapes. Choose between 25km, 50km, or 100km routes through ancient woodlands and historic castle grounds with a festive race village finish.

Experience the vast landscapes of the New Forest National Park with a choice of three trail distances under an endless sky. Enjoy a fully supported race starting from Hyde Common with beautiful forest views and local wildlife.

Choose your own distance at this New Forest trail event featuring a 3.28 mile loop. Enjoy flexible start times and scenic forest paths with full facilities and a commemorative medal for all finishers.

Experience a challenging trail run along the scenic Jurassic Coast and Purbeck Hills. Choose between the full marathon or a 16 mile route featuring historic ruins, coastal cliffs, and rugged Dorset countryside.

Join this flexible timed event along the flat River Thames towpath in Walton on Thames. Complete as many laps as you like over seven hours to achieve distances from 5km to an ultra marathon.