Trail Running Calendar South West (England) 2026-2027

A 57 mile point to point ultramarathon along the Thames Path from Kemble to Oxford with four checkpoints, mandatory kit requirements and a minimum average pace of 4.0 miles per hour. All finishers receive a bespoke medal and an MTC head vis..

A testing off-road 10 km along St Ives Bay with beach running, dunes and Towans paths. Fully chip timed under UKA rules, with a separate one mile beach fun run for under 16s.

Two point-to-point ultra races across the Mendip Way: a 30 miler on the West Mendip Way and a 50 miler covering the full Mendip Way, both finishing at Uphill Sands Beach with multiple aid stations and professional medical cover.

Tackle the Sticklepath Horseshoe a 15.5 km fell race over rugged moorland with 519 m climb. Pre entry is limited so book early. Bring map compass and solid navigation skills as this event is not suitable for beginners.

A crewed, team based self nav 100 mile trail event in Cornwall with three coastal routes. Teams of five are supported throughout, require specific qualifying experience and kit, and pay a non refundable entry fee of £110.

A multi-distance event in Bath that goes through historic railway tunnels and along the Kennet and Avon Canal. Distances range from family fun runs to 50 km, with tarmac sections, tunnels and on-course drink stations.

A mainly trail 5 kilometre loop from Peveril Point along the Jurassic Coast to Anvil Point Lighthouse and back through Durlston Country Park. Part of Swanage Lifeboat Week and the Purbeck Trail Series.

An inflatable obstacle fun run in Exeter on 15 August 2026 with 2.5 km laps and routes from 2.5K to 15K, on-course music and water, finisher medals, and family and group ticket options.

Trail running at Fyne Court Estate in the Quantock Hills AONB with 5 km and 10 km options, using parkland and woodland trails. The 10 km is two laps of the 5 km circuit and medals are optional to reduce waste.

A Dartmoor fell race on 15 August 2026 with an approx 10 km senior course and 450 m climb, plus junior races from about 1.5 km to 5.5 km. The route is marked for erosion control and prizes are awarded across age categories.

An evening trail event near Dorchester with 5k and 10k routes through sunflower fields and bridleways. Routes include an aid station and finishers receive medals, while the event supports a local hospital charity.

A Bath running event on 16 August 2026 featuring two long, lit railway tunnels and a programme from 500 m colourburst to ultramarathon and relays; proceeds support Sustrans.

On 16 August 2026 South West Spartan stages Sprint, Super and Beast obstacle races at Badminton Park in South Gloucestershire, with mixed terrain across fields and woodland and a one day trifecta option.

Portmellon Trail is a new 12 km trail run on 16 August 2026 around the coastal village of Portmellon and the Wet Bodrugan nature reserve. The course is described as fun, technical and challenging and the entry fee is 20 GBP.

A 10 km trail run at Ramsbury Brewery on August 16, 2026, mostly off road through trails and woodland. Canicross friendly, entries include a medal, a pint cup and a free drink.

A timed, flexible run along a 3.28 mile out and back route beside the Stroud Waterways canal. Runners choose distances from 5 km up to ultra and may complete as many laps as they wish within a seven hour limit.

Join the Crook Peak Cake Race in Axbridge on Wed 19 Aug 2026 for a spirited 3 mile fell challenge across stunning Somerset hills, finishing with cake and community cheer. On the day entry available for runners aged 14 and up.

Join the Gt. Links Tor Flyer on Dartmoor for a challenging 7.5 km fell race with 388 m of climb, finishing at the Fox & Hounds in Lydford. Open to seniors and juniors with pre and on the day entry.

A summer ultra on the Community Forest Path near Bristol with a 45 mile full loop and a 30 mile partial loop. The event features four checkpoints, bespoke finisher medals, timed tracking from 2026 and a mandatory kit list.

Timed races from 2.5 km to a half marathon take place at Scorrier House on 23 August 2026, alongside a five hour endurance event called Scorriergeddon. On-site food, music and awards are part of the event.