Trail Running Calendar South West (England) 2025-2026

The Barbury Castle Sunset 10KM is a scenic trail running event held near Barbury Castle at the Barbury Shooting School in Wroughton, Swindon. The course features a mix of tracks and grass paths, including a notable climb known as the Iron Age Attack, offering runners beautiful countryside views and..

The Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge is a scenic endurance event set along the UNESCO World Heritage coastline in Dorset, taking place in May 2025. Participants can walk, jog, or run distances of 25 km, 50 km, 75 km, or 100 km, with options for solo or team participation. The route starts at Corfe Cas..

The Devon Coast to Coast is a multi-distance running event taking place from May 17th to 18th, 2025, organized by Climb South West Ltd. It features an ultra marathon covering 112 miles from Wembury to Lynmouth, crossing Dartmoor and Exmoor national parks. Participants can also choose shorter courses..

Man Up & Down 2025 is a challenging 20 km trail run set along the stunning North Cornish Coast, starting in Portreath and finishing in Perranporth. This event, taking place on May 17, 2025, supports Man Down Cornwall, which provides essential emotional and mental health support for men facing everyd..

Marilyn's Meldon Madness is a challenging fell running event held near Okehampton at Meldon Reservoir, part of the Dartmoor Fell Race Series 2025. The senior race covers five miles with a demanding 1,362ft ascent, reaching the highest point in southern England at High Willhays. Runners enjoy stunnin..

"Man Up & Down" is a 20-kilometer trail running event along the North Cornish Coast, supporting Man Down Cornwall, an organization dedicated to addressing men's mental health. Held on Saturday, May 17, 2025, the race starts at Portreath Beach and finishes in Perranporth, featuring rugged coastal sce..

The Abermule Point to Point is a scenic, multi-terrain race approximately 5 miles long, organized by Maldwyn Harriers. The race takes place along the river path and canal towpath, starting from Back Lane car park in Newtown and finishing at Abermule Community Centre. Open to runners aged 16 and abov..

The BeerBlazer 10 Mile & Fun Run is a multi-terrain running event held in Beer, East Devon, starting and finishing at Beer C of E Primary School. The 10-mile course, suitable for runners aged 16 and over, traverses diverse landscapes including fields, tracks, cliff tops, the pebble beach between Bra..

The Town Tree Trail 10K Race is an exciting off-road running event scheduled for May 21, 2025, in Kingsbury Episcopi, Somerset. Participants will navigate a scenic course through fields, orchards, and the picturesque Town Tree Nature Garden, featuring a mix of paths and natural terrain. All finisher..

The Langstone Fell Race is a scenic and challenging fell running event held in the Dartmoor village of Peter Tavy, Devon. Covering just under 10 kilometers with 387 meters of ascent, the course features varied terrain including steep lanes, moorland, rocky ascents like Cox Tor, and fast descents pas..

The Endurancelife Classic Quarter is a challenging 44-mile ultra marathon held annually along the stunning south Cornish coast in the UK, running from Lizard Point to Land's End via the South West Coast Path. Established in 2007, this event features severe terrain including rock, mud, and trail, wit..

The Taunton Trail Run, organized by Prosper Events, features a 10K and Half Marathon designed for both beginners and experienced runners. Set against the picturesque backdrop of Taunton's waterways, the course is ultra-flat and fast, making it an ideal choice for those aiming for personal bests or e..

The Bredon Cricket Club Tower Run is a 10k trail running event scheduled for May 25, 2025. Starting and finishing at the scenic Bredon Cricket Club, the route takes participants through beautiful country lanes and paths, culminating at the summit of Bredon Hill, which features an Iron Age fort and t..

The Bamford Sheepdog Trials will take place in Exmouth on Monday 26 May 2025.

The Gribbin 10K is a challenging trail race held near Fowey, Cornwall, starting and finishing at Menabilly House. The 10-kilometer loop features steep climbs and varied terrain, including coast paths, tarmac, meadows, and steps, offering scenic views along the route. The course is well marshalled an..

The Dursley Peaks Race is a challenging off-road running event scheduled for May 29, 2025. Covering approximately 10.31 km with a significant elevation gain of 318 meters, the race features demanding climbs such as Cam Peak and Uley Bury, offering participants stunning views of the surrounding count..

The Dartmoor Prison Break is a unique endurance event held at HMP Dartmoor, where participants aim to escape on foot and cover the greatest distance "as the crow flies" within a set time. Runners choose their own routes using only public rights of way, while avoiding wardens who attempt to catch the..

Muskie Madness is an unmeasured 10k multi-terrain race held at Marine Academy Plymouth, located on Trevithick Road, PL5 2AF, UK. The course features a mix of road sections, which are not closed to traffic, and wooded trail areas, with some hills adding to the challenge. Participants can enjoy facili..

Conquer24 Powderham Castle is an exciting 24-hour running and walking event set in the stunning surroundings of Powderham Castle, Exeter. Participants can join solo or in teams of 2 to 12, aiming to complete as many laps as possible on an 8km scenic course that features enchanting woodlands and brea..

The Boscastle Scramble is a challenging marathon event set along the breathtaking North Cornish Coast Path, covering 26 miles from Posh Rock to the picturesque village of Boscastle. Known for its tough terrain and stunning views, this self-navigated race features three checkpoints where participants..