Trail Running Calendar South West (England) 2024-2025

The Exe to Axe Race is a challenging 22-mile trail run along the stunning South West Coast Path, taking place from Exmouth to Seaton. Celebrated as one of the best races in the UK, it features a significant ascent of 4000 feet. Participants can choose from several options, including the full race, a..

The Big Cheese is a challenging 15-mile fell race set in the scenic Mendips, featuring over 2000 feet of elevation gain. The course is fully marked and includes water stations and snacks along the way. Participants can enjoy tea and homemade cakes at the finish line, held at Fairlands Middle School ..

"Steaming to the Coast" is an exciting trail running event organized by Channel Events, set to take place in 2025. Participants will enjoy a unique experience by riding the longest standard gauge steam railway line in the UK, traveling from Minehead to Bishops Lydeard. Runners can choose from three ..

Brightfire Trails from Fingle Bridge is an exciting running event set in the picturesque Upper Teign Valley, taking place on April 12, 2025. Participants can choose between a half marathon and a 10km race, both featuring challenging and vertiginous trails that promise stunning views and thrilling cl..

The Trilateral 40 is an exciting 40 km running event set to take place in Fowey, Great Britain, on April 12, 2025. Participants will navigate a mixed terrain course that showcases iconic Cornish landmarks, divided into three legs: Fowey to Helman Tor, Helman Tor to Gribben Head, and Gribben Head bac..

The Green Lantern is a scenic circular half marathon event taking place in Exeter, UK, featuring a 14-mile route along the Green Circle. Participants can also opt for a shorter 9-mile Yellow Zone route. The course showcases beautiful landscapes, including wooded valleys, meadows, and the banks of th..

Run Like Hell is an exciting coastal trail race organized by Bys Vyken Events, taking place along the rugged North cliffs of Cornwall. This 13km (8.2 miles) multi-terrain race offers participants a fast-paced experience on a well-maintained footpath, with stunning views and a challenging course. The..

The Bath Beat is a scenic walking and running event held annually in April on the outskirts of Bath, offering distances of 12.5, 17, 21, and 26.5 miles. Participants traverse beautiful countryside, including woods, hills, and river valleys, with routes featuring historical landmarks and picturesque ..

The Sid Valley Ring Half Marathon is set to return for its fifth year in 2025, following the scenic Sid Valley Ring walking route. This challenging course features an uphill start, winding through tranquil country lanes, picturesque villages, and stunning coastal paths, reaching heights of 236 meter..

The Butcombe Trail Ultra features 50-mile and 50-kilometre self-navigation ultramarathons set in the scenic Mendip Hills, an area of outstanding natural beauty. Organized by volunteers from Bristol's Town & Country Harriers, the event aims to benefit the Mendip Hills Fund. The route, primarily off-r..

The Smugglers Way is a challenging 37-mile trail run taking place in Cornwall, starting from the picturesque village of Boscastle and finishing in Looe. This self-navigation event traverses stunning landscapes, including Bodmin Moor and lush valleys, with four checkpoints providing support along the..

The Portland Pig Backyard Ultra is an exciting ultramarathon event that challenges participants to run 6,706 meters (4.167 miles) every hour until only one runner remains. Set against a scenic backdrop, the course features diverse terrains and unique landmarks, including prisons, Olympic rings, and ..

The East Devon Round is a challenging trail ultra marathon set in the stunning landscapes of East Devon, featuring a 67-mile route with 10,000 feet of elevation gain. Participants can expect nine aid stations along the course, which traverses three Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and a World Her..

The Maverick Exmoor Goat 2025 is an exhilarating trail running event set in the stunning Exmoor National Park, known for its dramatic landscapes and coastal paths. Participants can choose from four challenging routes: Ultra (58 km), Long (42 km), Middle (21 km), and Short (15 km), each offering brea..

The Marlborough Downs Challenge is an exciting trail running event featuring two distances: a 33-mile race and a 20-mile race, both set in the stunning Wiltshire countryside. Participants will navigate scenic routes that include the Wansdyke Path, Tan Hill Way, and the White Horse Trail, with signif..

The Semington Slog 10K is a community-focused running event taking place on May 10, 2025, starting and finishing at St Georges School in Semington. Participants can choose between a 10K route that winds through the village and along the scenic Kennet and Avon Canal towpath, or a shorter 2K loop arou..

The Westcountry Ultra Flat 50 is a scenic 50-mile running event taking place in Somerset, England. The race features a predominantly flat first half along the Taunton to Bridgwater Canal Path, transitioning to the River Parrett Trail, and concluding with a more undulating coastal section. Ideal for ..

Freedom Racing - KVK is a unique vertical ascent race taking place in the South West of England. Participants will tackle two laps of a specially designed course, aiming to achieve a total ascent of 1000 meters over a distance of 15 miles, which includes both ascent and descent. The event promises a..

The Ridgeway 40 Walk is a challenging 40-mile event held annually, traversing the historic Ridgeway path from Avebury in Wiltshire to Streatley in Berkshire, UK. Participants navigate a scenic route rich in history, including ancient earthworks and Neolithic sites. The event provides essential suppo..

The Westcountry Ultra 100 Miler is a challenging ultramarathon that combines the routes of the Flat 50 and Hilly 50, offering a unique running experience through the scenic landscapes of Somerset. Participants have a generous 32-hour cut-off to complete the race, which features a total elevation cha..