Trail Running Calendar South West (England) 2026-2027

A scenic 10 mile multi terrain race around Colyton with about 80% off road, river and woodland sections, steep climbs and a finishers medal. The event includes cupless water stations, category prizes and a three hour cut off.

Trail running at Burnbake Forest near Corfe Castle on 17 October 2026 with routes of 6 km, 12 km and 24 km. The half marathon follows coastal ridge lines and includes one fuel outpost.

A roughly 12K off-road race on 18 October 2026 that follows bridle paths along the Imber Range and passes close to the Westbury White Horse, with limited places, age and equipment restrictions, and finishing medals for all.

A multi terrain trail event in Stockland, East Devon on 18 October 2026 offering 10 km, 5 km and 3 km routes across fields, lanes and river crossings, with village hall HQ and on site refreshments.

Keynsham Dandy is an off-road race on 18 October 2026 organised by Town and Country Harriers; the roughly 12.5 mile course starts in Keynsham and includes the revived Compton Dando route with a stream, with Race HQ at The New Inn.

A 5k night trail at Dunkertons Park in Cheltenham where runners use head torches to light the course. Open to ages 16 and over, with prizes for top three men and women and on-site refreshments and safety rules.

Day one of a two day mountain marathon at Westermill Farm, Exford, featuring a 40 km course with 1800 m of climb. Teams of two must pre-enter and the entry fee covers both race days and campsite.

Weekend obstacle event at Scorrier House Estate, Cornwall, with 10 km, 5 km and 2.5 km courses plus a dog-friendly K9 day. Mud, water and designed obstacles focus on teamwork and completing the course at your own pace.

Mendip Muddle is a 20 km multi terrain fell race in Somerset with about 420 m of climbing. Headquarters are at Charter House Outdoor Activity Centre; on course water and first aid are provided and prizes are awarded by category.

Routes along the Grand Western Canal in Tiverton include Marathon, Half Marathon and 10k options on hard packed gravel towpaths. The event is cupless so runners must carry their own water and finishers receive a bespoke medal.

An evening trail event at Haldon Forest Park on 30 October 2026 offering a 2.5 km fun run plus 5 km and 10 km running and canicross options, free race photography and a Halloween 2025 medal for each finisher.

Timed turn up event on 31 October 2026 in Bridestowe with out and back laps of 5.3 km on a former train line. Entrants may complete multiple laps within the event period; maximum 70 entrants and minimum age 18.

Trail races around Roadford Lake organised by Sportiva Events. Distances include 10K and half marathon with canicross options. Entries include chip timing, feed station, medal, refreshments and category prizes.

An off road ultramarathon from Maiden Newton of about 35.9 miles with roughly 1,300 m of ascent, passing hillforts and coastal views. Six aid stations offer water and cake, GPX files and maps are provided for navigation.

Cornwall’s only all-road marathon, held in Pensilva on 1 November 2026, follows a scenic route across Bodmin Moor and the Fowey Valley. The course has about 2200 ft of elevation and a 6.5 hour cut-off; entries are open.

A 10 mile off road trail in Stonehouse near Stroud on 1 November 2026, starting with about one mile uphill followed by nine miles of undulating muddy trails. Canicross runners are welcome and there is a 2 hour 30 minute cutoff.

An evening event at Scorrier House on 1 November 2026 with 2.5 km, 5 km and 10 km races plus canicross; timed by ST App Service with medals, awards, photography and on-site food and music.

A multi-distance coastal ultra weekend in November 2026 with routes from 38 km to 110 miles, running along the North Coast and across Exmoor to finish in Minehead. Options include technical coastal trails, estuary flats and significant elev..

A point to point trail on the Cornish Coast Path with a 26.2 mile marathon and a 35 mile ultra that visits three lighthouses. Expect mud, rocks, dunes and substantial elevation.

Experience a twilight trail run through the historic landscape of Cranborne Chase. This 10 km off road course navigates through woods and parks starting from the grounds of Eastbury House.