Trail Running Calendar South West (England) 2026-2027

A mostly flat, multi terrain race of about 4 miles around Dawlish Warren with beach, sea wall and coastal footpath sections. Finishers receive a bespoke medal and a complementary ice cream.

A multi-distance coastal event on Mount Edgcumbe peninsula using a roughly 10.6K loop repeated for half and full marathons. Options include 10K, canicross and kids races plus chip timing and finishers medals.

A multi-distance trek and trail event from a Cirencester basecamp with a looped 100 km route and options from 10 km to 100 km, supported by marquee rest stops, GPS tracking, medical teams, camping and shuttle transfers.

An eight hour timed challenge on a 5.3 km out and back route along an old disused train line near Bridestowe. Turn up within a morning to early-afternoon window and complete as many laps as allowed to earn a medal.

Coastal trail runs in Dorset on Saturday 13 June 2026, offering three routes of 7 km, 13 km and 23 km with rocky sections and steep climbs. Outposts are on middle and half routes, free parking and timed results are provided.

A community 5k and 10k at Neroche Primary School with chip timing and countryside multi-terrain routes. Proceeds support the Neroche School PFA and a children’s fun run is held for a small donation.

Competitors run repeated hourly laps of 6706 metres at Breakheart Quarry until only one runner remains. The mixed trail loop has about 560 ft of ascent per lap and heads-up warnings are given before each start.

An off‑road race series in Cheddar Gorge and the Mendip Hills with distances from 1 km to marathon, UTMB index status for half and marathon, marked trails, multiple feed stations and on-site camping and parking.

A scenic off-road 10 km trail through the private Lulworth Estate near Lulworth Cove, featuring chalk downs, woodland, water stations and an event café serving homemade cakes.

Run as many 3.28 mile laps as you wish along the scenic Stroud Waterways canal. This flexible timed event caters to all distances from 5k to ultra marathon with a seven hour time limit and a relaxed start window.

A circular mixed terrain event around Exeter with a 14.2 mile Green Circle half marathon and a 9 mile Yellow Zone option. Both races start together and the course passes valleys and parks along the River Exe.

An eight mile trail on the South West Coast Path around Goodrington with coastal and woodland sections, Race HQ at Youngs Park, and a three hour cut off; finishers receive a bespoke medal and a treat.

A group trail run organised by Left Handed Giant Run Club that starts and finishes at Commune Cafe in Temple Hill, Bristol and covers about 18 km on local trails. Bag drop and post-run coffee are available and organisers will collect basic..

An evening fell race at Merrivale on June 17 with a senior 9.5 km course featuring steep climbs, ridge sections and fast descents. Limited entries, on the day registration if spaces remain, and basic facilities including parking and refresh..

A multi terrain 10 km race from Truro to St Clement and Malpas on 17 June 2026, featuring road, trail, track, hills and muddy sections. Race HQ is at Truro Rugby Club with parking, prizes, keepsakes and live results.

A series of coastal ultra races along the Jurassic Coast World Heritage site offering distances from 33 km to 105 miles, self navigation on the South West Coast Path, live GPS tracking and ITRA points for selected distances.

A weekend festival at the Pinkery Centre in Exmoor National Park with trail runs, long walks, a sunset swim, guest speakers, social evenings and film screenings, featuring distances from 1.5 km up to 30 miles.

A lakeside event at Siblyback Lake on 20 June 2026 offering multiple trail distances and an eight hour Siblython lap event. On-site camping, a café, personalised bibs and medals are available for participants.

A Dartmoor fell running event on 20 June 2026 featuring a 6 mile Burrator Horseshoe, a 4 mile Sheepstor Challenge and junior races, with proceeds to local parish charities and a 250 runner limit.

A team event of five runners tackling self navigated 100 mile trail routes in Cornwall with crew support every 5 to 6 miles, a 36 hour limit, mandatory kit and qualifying requirements, and a £110 non refundable entry fee.