Trail Running Calendar South West (England) 2026-2027

A series of marked trail races around Stroud and the Cotswolds using towpaths, commons and old railway lines, with checkpoints, water stations, marshals and map/GPX support.

A multi distance trail event on the Jurassic Coast in Dorset on 16 and 17 May 2026. Routes run from Corfe Castle to Bridport and include full 100 km and shorter options with staffed rest stops and GPS route tracking.

Three timed trail races at Flete Estate, Mothecombe, combining woodland and South West Coast Path sections with estuary crossings, aid stations and bespoke finisher medals.

Scenic off road races at Roadford Lake in Devon from 1K kids runs to a half marathon with canicross options. Family friendly, chip timed with medals or charity alternatives and finish line snacks and beer.

Join the Semington Slog on 16 May 2026 for a scenic 10K or family 2K around the village, canal towpath and leafy lanes. A friendly community fundraiser at St Georges School with marshalled routes, children’s activities and tasty food, plus..

Marilyn's Meldon Madness on 16 May 2026 invites runners to a spirited fell challenge at Meldon Reservoir near Okehampton, with a testing 415 m climb and sweeping moorland views. Pre entry is required and places are limited.

Trail running from Sudeley Castle in the northern Cotswolds with routes from 7 km to 51 km, marked trails, outposts and mandatory kit for longer courses. The event uses reusable cup policy and provides parking, bag drop and timed results.

A multi-terrain 10 mile, 6 mile and 1 mile fun run in Beer, East Devon on 17 May 2026. The 10 mile includes over 1600 ft of ascent along coastal trails and the event raises funds for Beer Primary School PTFA.

Join the Portcullis Trail 10 km in Langport on Sunday 17 May 2026 for a scenic run across the Levels, droves and countryside around Cocklemoor. Expect mixed trail terrain and a friendly community vibe; no headphones or dogs.

A way marked coast to coast trail run of about 11.5 miles from Portreath to Devoran Quay on 23 May 2026, with a midpoint checkpoint, a finishers medal, awards for top finishers and canicross entries welcome.

A riverside trail event in Taunton on 24 May 2026 offering a flat, fast 10K and a half marathon with prizes for top finishers and medals for all. Organised by Prosper Events with positive feedback on support and feed stations.

Race Across Dorset is a point to point ultramarathon across Dorset offering 100k, 50k and a Purbeck Traverse final section. The marked route covers chalk downland, heath and forest, with compulsory GPX files and mandatory kit.

A chip timed *10k* trail run on 24 May 2026 that starts and finishes at Bredon Cricket Club. The marshalled route climbs to the 299 m summit of Bredon Hill and all finishers receive a medal.

A 44 mile coastal ultra from Lizard Point to Land's End on the South West Coast Path, offered as solo or team relays. The 2026 edition is sold out with a waitlist and the solo race counts toward the season leaderboard.

Tsunami Ocean Trails stages coastal trail races on 6 June 2026 across North Devon and Cornwall, including an ultra, a Clovelly marathon and a 16 mile route. Courses are marked, supported, and offer a bespoke finisher medal.

Tackle the Dartmoor Discovery, a scenic single lap 32 miles road ultra around Dartmoor starting and finishing in Princetown on 6 June 2026. Expect stocked drink stations, a bespoke medal and technical t shirt plus post race food and a livel..

Take on the Oner Ultra Trail Run on 6 June 2026 along the scenic Dorset Coast Path. This 85 mile challenge must be completed within 24 hours, perfect for experienced runners seeking a coastal endurance test.

A multi-distance running event in Bath that routes through two restored railway tunnels, including a 1672 m subterranean section. Distances range from a 500 m Colourburst to an ultramarathon, with the start and finish at Brickfields Park.

BigSea Trails WATER runs from Knoll Beach around the Isle of Purbeck on scenic single loop routes past cliffs, coves and Old Harry Rocks. Options range from a half marathon to a 54k ultra with coastal views and a tree planting option.

Run Bournemouth's beach on 7 June 2026 from Bournemouth Pier, choosing a 5K or 10K across sand and groynes. A friendly, marshalled event that asks for respect and good sportsmanship.