Trail Running Calendar South West (England) 2024-2025

Endurancelife's Dorset event offers a challenging trail running experience along the stunning Jurassic Coast Path, starting from Swanage. Participants can choose from four distances: 10K, half marathon, marathon, and ultra, each set against a backdrop of breathtaking coastal scenery. This event is p..

The Fordh Sen Mighal is a renowned multi-terrain trail race that takes place along the scenic European cultural route from Lelant to Marazion in Cornwall. This 11-mile point-to-point race features beautiful landscapes, including Trencrom and Ludgvan, making it a favorite among runners. Participants ..

The Otterton Reindeer Run is a festive cross-country race and fun run held in Otterton, featuring a 3km fun run and a 10km multi-terrain course through the scenic Otter Valley. This community-focused event raises funds for local projects and encourages participants to don festive attire, with prizes..

Race The Light is an exciting running event set to take place at Mothecombe on the Erme Estuary in December 2024. Participants can choose between two courses: the Classic 8.5-mile race, which features scenic trails through the private Flete Estate and includes a double crossing of the River Erme, an..

The Gloucestershire League Round 2 took place at the University of Bath, featuring various age categories from U11 to senior and masters athletes. This event is part of the Gloucestershire Cross Country League, which promotes competitive running across the region. Participants compete not only for i..

The Siblyback Santa Scamper is a festive running event taking place on December 8, 2024, at Siblyback Lake in Liskeard, Great Britain. Participants can choose from three timed distances: 2.5 km, 5 km, and 10 km, making it a family-friendly occasion. The event is Canicross friendly, ensuring that run..

The Fairytale of Newquay is a festive coastal running event featuring a long half marathon (15 miles) and an ultramarathon (30 miles) along the scenic North Coast of Cornwall. Scheduled for December 14, 2024, participants will start at Porth Beach, with half marathon runners being transported to Har..

A Guided Run: A Loop on the Far North Moor is an organized running event set in the scenic Dartmoor region. Participants will embark on a 13-mile route starting from Belstone, featuring climbs over various tors and hills, including one of Dartmoor's highest peaks. The run is predominantly off-road, ..

The St Piran's Revenge Trail 10K, organized by Perran Trail Runners, is a challenging race set in Perranporth, Cornwall, featuring a new course with added dunes and over 1000 feet of ascent. This event, part of Cornwall's Multi Terrain Running Series, takes place on December 15, 2024, and includes s..

The "Slow and Dirty" is an 11-mile race taking place along the North Dorset Trailway, starting in Sturminster Newton and finishing at Clapcotts Farm. This event, which embraces a festive theme, welcomes participants of all abilities, including those with dogs and buggies. The route follows the histo..

The Community Canal Run is a free running event organized by Channel Events in partnership with Start Running Stay Running and Taunton Running Club. Participants can choose between a scenic 14-mile route starting at the YMCA in Bridgwater and finishing at COACH in French Weir Park, Taunton, or a sho..

The Gingerbread Run is a unique off-road running event taking place at Uffcott farmland, featuring a scenic course that includes farm tracks, fields, and small hills. Participants can choose to walk, jog, or run, making it accessible for all fitness levels. Each participant will receive an edible gi..

The Plain Crazy Winter 12.5 Miles event is a challenging run set in scenic and potentially snowy conditions, taking place on December 29, 2024. Participants can expect a hilly course that tests their endurance, with a 3.5-hour cut-off time. The event supports The Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal an..

The Bell Challenge Day 5, organized by Running Events Devon, invites participants to a scenic running event on January 1, 2025. This 7-hour timed challenge features a 5.3k out-and-back course on a former train line, suitable for all abilities, from walkers to seasoned runners. Participants can compl..

The Walter Raleigh Round Half Marathon is a scenic running event taking place in Budleigh Salterton, celebrating the birthplace of Sir Walter Raleigh. Participants can choose between a half marathon (13.6 miles) and a third marathon (8.7 miles), with the latter avoiding the steepest hill and coastal..

Endurancelife's North Cornwall event offers a thrilling trail running experience set against the stunning backdrop of the rugged coastline. Based in Polzeath, participants can choose from four distances: 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon, and Ultra, each featuring breathtaking views and significant eleva..

The Haldon Marathon and Half Marathon, organized by Purple Gecko Events, will take place on January 12, 2025, in Haldon Forest, Exeter. Participants can choose between a half marathon, consisting of three 4.4-mile loops, or a full marathon with six loops. The event welcomes Canicross participants an..

The Riverbank Rollick is an exciting off-road running event organized by the Thornbury Running Club, taking place on January 12, 2025. This 9.6-mile race features a challenging course that includes trails, bridle paths, fields, woodlands, and a stream, with approximately 80% of the route off-road, m..

The Axmouth Challenge is a running event taking place on January 12, 2025, with races of varying distances: 1 mile, 3 miles, 5 miles, and 9 miles. The event is hosted at Axmouth Village Hall, where participants can enjoy complimentary refreshments after the race, with additional refreshments availab..

Haldon Night is an exciting winter night running event held annually at Haldon Forest, featuring 10K and 5K trail races suitable for all ages and abilities. Participants can also enjoy children's races, including a 1K for ages 3-7 and a 2K for ages 8-11, with parents allowed to accompany their kids ..