Trail Running calendar near Weymouth 2025-2026

Run Starburster at sunset in Hurn Forest from St Leonards cricket club, with 5 and 10 mile options that glow under twilight. Bring a head or chest torch and trail shoes are recommended, and 20% of fees support Forestry England.

Chase winter trails at the Haldon Winter Run in Haldon Forest, Devon on Sunday 1 February 2026, with 2.5K, 5K and 10K options for runners and canicross teams. Fully marked routes, medals for finishers and championship stages add extra edge.

Hit the trails at Haldon Forest Park for Haldon 5K & 10K on 1 February 2026, with scenic routes, finisher medals and free race photography. Open to runners and canicross participants and forming part of the PGE trail running championships.

The Westonbirt Arboretum Winter Night Race is a unique running event set in the stunning National Arboretum, featuring over 2,500 tree species. Participants can choose between 5km and 10km routes, which offer a beautiful and varied landscap..

Hibernal Hills on 7 February 2026 at Queen Elizabeth Country Park offers runnable but hilly single loop trail races of 50 mile, 50K and 20 miles across the South Downs. Live GPS tracking and Triple Crown status add winter challenge appeal.

Run two scenic coastal half marathons in Portsmouth and Langstone Harbour over one weekend, enjoying harbour trails, seafront promenades and an optional ferry crossing. Complete both to claim the limited edition "Double Trouble" medal.

Enjoy a winter run through Westonbirt Arboretum's stunning tree collections on solid underfoot trail style paths. Distances of 5 km and 10 km suit all paces. Tickets are sold out.

Explore the stunning Portland Coastal Ultra Trail along the South West Coast Path with 10k, half and full marathon options. Enjoy rugged sea views, chip timing and a finisher medal; GPS route download required.

Take on the Sidmouth Four Trigs, a 27 km off road loop from Sidmouth Watersports Hub visiting four trig points along your chosen route. Scenic coastal and hill terrain with race proceeds supporting Cardiac Risk in the Young.

Take on the Wiltshire 10, a scenic 10 mile route from Melksham to picturesque Lacock, with medals for all and prizes in veteran categories. Entry capped at 300 with on site facilities and water stations.

Join the Wild & Mild Night Run in South Brent on 14 Feb 2026 for a moonlit trail with two distances. Pick the 9 mile Wild or 5 mile Mild route over Dartmoor tracks and muddy hills under a big moon and mild weather.

Tackle the Purbeck Hill Challenge 2026, a one day navigation run across the Purbeck Hills and Jurassic Coast from Knoll Beach. Choose four distances, solo or pair, and tackle orienteering through wild coastal terrain.

Tackle mud, river crossings and three scenic routes at the Dalwood 3 Hills on 15 February 2026 near Axminster. Choose from a challenging 10 mile, a compact 5 km or a family 3 km for countryside fun and great views.

Join the SMaRTT Smasher on 15 February 2026 in Calne for a flat, traffic free 10k along the national cycle network to Stanley and back. A lively 1 mile fun run for under 17s adds family fun and all finishers get a memento.

Run Brimscombe's canal towpath at the Back to the 80s timed event, choosing any mix of 2.62 mile laps to make 5k to ultra distances. Enjoy a relaxed one hour start window, seven hour limit and a bespoke finisher medal to mark your effort.

Join the Dartmoor Winter Traverse on 21 Feb 2026, a fully supported south to north challenge across wild moorland with 50 km and 30 km options. Generous cut offs, guide support and GPS tracker hire help on sparsely marked terrain.

Explore Bath's famous Two Tunnels on an atmospheric course that winds through historic tunnels and parkland. Choose from fun runs, 5 km, 10 km or half marathon routes with flat or hillier trail options; proceeds support Sustrans.

BigMud Trails EARTH kicks off the Classic Element Trail Series at Queen Elizabeth Country Park, guiding runners through the Meon Valley and South Downs with two ascents of Butser Hill. Options: 16 miles, marathon or 50 km on muddy trails.

Take on the Sorbrook Slog on 22 February 2026, a lively 7 mile multi terrain race through footpaths, fields and gullies around Sorbrook and Sluvad in Cwmbran. Enjoy marshals on course, post race tea and cake and a finishers goodie bag.

The Terminator 2026 is a tough but rewarding 12 mile trail race around Pewsey, Wiltshire, mostly off road with muddy climbs and high point views. All finishers receive a unique T shirt and race village treats await.