Trail Running Calendar South West (England) 2026-2027

A 37 miles coast to coast ultra from Boscastle to Looe on 25 April 2026, crossing Bodmin Moor with live GPS tracking, four checkpoints, a 13.5 hour cut off, medals for all, and support for East Cornwall Search & Rescue Team.

Event overview The Chase Trail Run 2026 is part of the Garmin UK Trail Running Festival on 26th April 2026. The event takes place at St Giles House, Wimborne St Giles, BH21 5NA and is organised by ORA Events Limited. Entries close on 22nd A..

A weekend trail running festival based at Offwell Village Hall with multiple ultra and shorter courses, live GPS tracking and aid stations. Events run over the first bank holiday weekend in May and include camping and bag drop services.

Coastal and moorland trail runs from Caffyns Farm, Lynton, with five distances from 5 km to 56 km, outposts and GPS tracks on the Ultra, plus reusable cup policy and conservation support.

A spring trail run near Manswood, Wimborne with 5K, 10K and half marathon options through bluebell woodland. The event features way marked routes, chip timing, aid stations and finisher medals.

The Phoenix Running - Brimscombe will take place in Brimscombe on Sunday 3 May 2026. You can run between 5 and 42 kilometers.

The Marlborough Downs Challenge offers two off road trail races across the North Wessex Downs, a 33 mile ultramarathon and a 20 mile trail. Routes visit Wansdyke, Avebury and other Wiltshire landmarks with notable elevation.

A five mile mixed surface race at Boconnoc Estate near Lostwithiel on 6 May 2026, organised by East Cornwall Harriers. Entries via SiEntries open from 27 December 2025 with a minimum age of 18 and fees for UKA and non members.

Something Wild Festival is a multi day trail running and outdoor weekend in Hope Cove, Devon, with coastal routes, races from 5K to ultra, sea swims and kids events. Evenings bring live music, communal meals and inspiring talks.

Enjoy scenic off road racing through Collingbourne woods with a chip timed half marathon or 10 km at Crawlboys Farm in Ludgershall on 9 May 2026. Marked trails, aid stations, medals and lively support make this a must for trail fans.

Trail race around Sidmouth on 9 May 2026 following the Sid Valley Ring walking route. Options include a Half Marathon (22 km) and a new Third Marathon (13.5 km). The route uses lanes, footpaths and coast path with aid stations.

Experience a scenic 50 mile point to point ultra from Taunton to Minehead, starting on flat canal towpaths then rolling coastal trails past marshes, beaches and woodland. Enjoy aid stations, a medal and stunning Westcountry views.

A 50 mile trail ultramarathon on coastal and upland terrain around Minehead with about 7,337 ft of ascent, six aid stations and a 16 hour cutoff. It is a cupless race with GPX navigation provided.

Westcountry Ultra 100 is a scenic and tough 100 mile trail from Taunton to Minehead, following canals, rivers and coastal paths. Expect dramatic views, challenging climbs and a 32 hour cutoff with plentiful aid stations.

Endurancelife Exmoor in Martinhoe on 9 May 2026 offers 10K to ultra trail distances across moorland, woods and coastal terrain. Entries include electronic timing, a fully marked course and a finisher medal.

A timed 20 km coast path trail from Portreath beach to Perranporth along the North Cornwall coast, with one stocked checkpoint at St Agnes Head. Optional canicross entry and return minibus available, all participants receive a medal.

A 40 miles linear walk from Avebury to Streatley on 9 May 2026, following the ancient Ridgeway across chalk downlands. Checkpoints, refreshments and a finishing certificate are provided for those who complete the course.

Tackle scenic but tough trails at the Hardy Half in Dorchester, offering 5 mile and 13.1 mile options with around 1,400 ft of climbs on the half marathon. Enjoy route entertainment, an event village and support for local good causes.

Join the Dilton Dash on 10 May 2026 at Dilton Marsh for scenic multi terrain 10K, 3K and 1/2K fun runs supporting village causes. Expect stiles and gates, medals for all finishers and prizes for winners.

Tackle the scenic 10 km Scorpion Run at Symonds Yat Rock in the Forest of Dean with winding trails and a final climb to the finish. Enjoy undulating gravel tracks, riverside views and a cafe at the start and finish for post run treats.