Trail Running Calendar South West (England) 2026-2027

Tackle 10 miles of mixed trails and heritage scenery around St Austell, with challenging climbs and views of former clay workings. Friendly club race with on site facilities, a finishers medal and proceeds supporting the Southwest Coast Pat..

A waymarked, officially measured half marathon through Forest of Dean trails starting and finishing at Speech House. Organised by the Rotary Club of the Royal Forest of Dean, the event features chip and gun timing, championship status and p..

Run the Way of the Dead 50k across wild Dartmoor on 28 March 2026, from Trenchford Reservoir to Tavistock Stannary Brewing Company. Live GPS tracking and marshals guide solo runners and pairs to a memorable brewery finish.

Beyond Bristol is a scenic trail run on 28 March 2026 offering 55 km ultra and 25 km trail routes from Museum Square. Routes pass under Clifton Suspension Bridge and through parks and woodland, with feed stations and GPX files.

Run scenic looped routes around Bath from Bath Racecourse, passing the Royal Crescent and riverside views, with 50 km, 29 km and 10 km options. Fully supported with rest stops, catering, medal, finisher shirt and post race food.

Trail races at Escot Park offering a half marathon and a slightly over 10K, with canicross options. Off-road course features short climbs, chip timing and medals for all finishers.

Intergalactic is a trail running festival at Hurn Forest on 28 March 2026 offering routes from a 5K up to ultra distances, with aid stations and medals for all finishers. Twenty percent of entry fees support Forestry England.

Experience a magical Twilight Run at Siblyback Lake with 2.5 km, 4.8 km and 9.6 km trails perfect for families and trail lovers. Enjoy buggy friendly routes, finisher medals, free race photos and Canicross options as dusk falls under torchl..

Take part in the Minster Challenge on 29 March 2026 in Axminster, with 12km, 5km and 3km options across scenic but testing terrain. All finishers get medals and you can refuel with homemade cakes and hot drinks at race HQ.

A 10 mile multi-terrain trail race and a 5k fun run in mid Devon, held from Templeton Village Hall, with off-road terrain, three on-course water stations, technical vests for Fury entrants and a four hour cut off.

A five mile off road trail at Upcote Farm on 29 March 2026, limited to about 300 places. The route features farm roads, bridleways and forest tracks, with chip timing, medals for all and prize categories for juniors and veterans.

Steaming to the Coast pairs scenic steam train travel with coastal and hilltop trail running from Minehead. Choose from 11 km, 11 mile or marathon routes that return to Minehead for a memorable seaside finish.

A two-lap vertical-ascent race at Perranporth Airfield that covers 15 miles with 1000 m of ascent and descent; entries run from December to April, finishers receive a cowbell medal and entrants receive a TRIBE bar.

A coastal trail run from Exmouth to Seaton covering 22 miles, with relay teams and a Sidmouth-to-Seaton option; chip timed with checkpoints, baggage transfer and pre-race transport available.

The Big Cheese is an off road fell race in Cheddar, Somerset, covering 15 miles across the Mendip Hills with over 2,000 ft of climb. Take on a fully marked course and enjoy a finisher's medal plus tea and cake at the end.

Run Like Hell is a coastal trail along Cornwall's dramatic north cliffs, a scenic 13 km out and back over varied terrain starting from The Hells Mouth Coffee House. Enjoy sea views, testing footing and friendly local vibes.

A multi-distance coast to coast running event along the Two Moors Way across Devon, with GPS tracking, supplied checkpoints, optional start transport, and routes ranging from a marathon to a 112-mile non stop course.

A coastal race on the South West Coast Path offering a 50 km ultra and a 13.1 mile half marathon between Kingswear or Preston Green and Shaldon. Both routes are mostly trails, include aid stations, mandatory kit and a cupless policy.

A countryside walking and running event around Bath on 25 April 2026 with four distances from 12.5 to 26.5 miles, public footpaths and checkpoints offering food and drinks.

Self navigation ultramarathons around the Mendip Hills on 25 April 2026, offering 50 mile and 50 kilometre courses from Mendip Activity Centre. Organised by Town and Country Harriers with proceeds supporting the Mendip Hills Fund.