Trail Running calendar near Westonbirt 2026-2027

The Greedy Run on Saturday 17 January 2026 at Pengethley Manor near Ross on Wye offers 5k to ultra distances on an off road course that loops through vineyards and climbs a punchy hill each lap. Virtual entries and medals are available.

Three gravel trail routes through New Forest woodland from 6 km to 22 km. The event is sold out and provides marked courses, outposts on the longer routes and a plastic free water policy requiring reusable cups.

Run under starlit skies in the Dark Skies Series, a winter night trail series across Somerset offering three events with 5km or 10km routes. Enter single races or the full series and order a bespoke wooden finisher medal.

Join the Tiaras & Tutus Orange Run on 17 January for distances from 5 km to ultra along a flat riverside towpath. Enjoy a flexible one hour start window, seven hour time limit and bespoke finisher medals in a fun, limited field event.

Run the South Downs Way from Heyshott to Arundel in a scenic point to point trail event on 18 January 2026. Choose a marathon or 15 mile off road route that finishes by Arundel Castle with river views and rolling downs.

A muddy off road trail race of about 9.6 miles through fields, woodland, a stream and along a riverbank in Thornbury. Finishers receive a metal medal and a bespoke buff; entries were via Full on Sport and the event is sold out for 2026.

Run through vineyards and rolling laps at Pengethley Manor, choosing distances from 5k to ultra with a seven hour overall time limit. Finishers earn medals and a January virtual option is available.

Join a friendly three race cross country series at Smallbrook Stadium, Ryde, in January and February 2026, with 10 km and 6.5 km options. Expect classic country terrain, a lively club atmosphere and team scoring for the 10 km.

Join the Axmouth Challenge on 18 January 2026 for scenic village runs with distances to suit every runner. Finishers enjoy complimentary refreshments while funds raised support the village hall.

Tackle scenic mixed terrain around Cosmeston Lakes in the CF64 Winter Race, a 6.4 mile off road challenge through woodland, meadows and trails. Join fellow runners on Sunday 18 January 2026 for a spirited winter test of fitness.

Join the West Glamorgan XC League Round 3 at Margam Park, Port Talbot on 18 January 2026 for a 5 mile cross country challenge hosted by Run4All Neath. Pre registration is required and race numbers will be issued by club to team captains onl..

Micheldever Forest SCOA League is an orienteering event on Sunday 18 January with courses from 2.1 km to 9.4 km on a 1:10,000 map, parking on gravel forest tracks and EMIT eCards in use.

Explore Amesbury by torchlight in a lively 60 minute score orienteering event with 24 controls, based at the New Inn. Pre entry is required, so bring lights and hi viz clothing, and juniors under 16 must be accompanied.

Take on The Holly Challenge on 24 January 2026 in Lightmoor Nature Reserve with distances from 5K to marathon and just 50 places available. Enjoy a scenic lane route, full support and a finisher medal.

Join the Blackdown Beast, a social self guided run across the Blackdown Hills from Dunkeswell on 24 January 2026 with 10 and 16 mile options. Enjoy scenic trails and refreshment stops while helping Macmillan Cancer Support.

Brutal @ Bagshot serves up a muddy, hilly Army training circuit with bogs, twisting climbs and knee to waist deep water holes. The 10 km is two gruelling laps.

Spice Up Your Run Wales on 24 January 2026 at Dare Valley Country Park is a fun themed 7 hour time challenge where runners choose distances from 3km up to ultra, with optional fancy dress. Enjoy scenic trails, on course aid, and a Spice Gir..

Huffin Puffin Run on 24 Jan 2026 at Xcel SPORTS HUB, Walton on Thames. Flat 5.3 km riverside loop with distances from 5 km to ultra; lap as you like within the time limit and enjoy aid stations and digital results.

Pick your distance on the day at Running Tribe Races in Chalfont St Peter and tackle looped trails through woods and footpaths. Distances from 7 km up to marathon and ultra are offered, with an aid station serving food and drinks.

Experience the North East Night Championship at Wilton Woods on 24 January 2026, with four courses from 2.3 km to 5.7 km to suit all levels. Limited entries so book now for a thrilling evening of fast navigation under headtorches.