Trail Running Calendar South West (England) 2024-2025

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 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..

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 ..

The Trevornick 10K is a multi-terrain running event held annually on the second Sunday in May, part of the Cornish Grand Prix series. This race, which has evolved from the previous Trevornick 10 Mile, attracts around 600 participants and features a scenic yet challenging course primarily off-road, i..

The Stroud Trails Event, organized by Iamoutdoors, features four trail running options: a Quarter Marathon (11K), Half Marathon, Marathon, and an Ultra 40. Set in the picturesque Cotswold hills, participants will navigate a mix of local trails, disused railway tracks, and common land, all while enjo..

The The Scorpion Run will take place in Coleford on Sunday 11 May 2025.

The Hardy Half is a running event set in the picturesque Dorset countryside, inspired by the works of renowned writer Thomas Hardy. Participants can choose between two distances: the 5-mile 'Half Hardy Half' and the half marathon 'Original Hardy Half.' Both events aim to raise funds for local charit..

The Devon Coast to Coast Ultra Marathon is a challenging running event that spans 112 miles from Wembury to Lynmouth, crossing two national parks. Scheduled for May 2025, participants have a 38-hour time limit to complete the course, which follows the scenic Two Moors Way. The event also offers shor..

Marilyn's Meldon Madness is an exciting running event held at Meldon Reservoir, near Okehampton. This race, formerly known as The Great West Fell Run, honors the memory of Marilyn Cooper. It features a challenging senior race that ascends to the highest point in southern England, offering stunning v..

The Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge is an exciting endurance event taking place on May 17-18, 2025, along the stunning Jurassic Coast in Dorset. Participants can choose from various distances, including 100 km, 75 km, 50 km, 25 km, and a new Weymouth Marathon, as well as a 10K option. The route start..

The Coast to Coast Copper Trail is an annual trail running event taking place on May 17, 2025, covering a distance of 11.6 miles from Portreath to Devoran in Cornwall, Great Britain. This scenic route follows historic transport paths established in 1812, originally used for copper mining. The event ..

Man Up & Down 2025 is a challenging 20 km trail run set along the stunning North Cornish Coast, starting from Portreath and finishing in Perranporth. This event, supporting Man Down Cornwall, aims to address the emotional and mental health needs of men facing modern societal pressures. Participants ..

The Endurancelife Classic Quarter is a challenging 44-mile ultra marathon held along the stunning south Cornish coast, from Lizard Point to Land's End. Established in 2007, this event has gained a global reputation, attracting over 8,500 participants. Runners can compete solo or in relay teams of tw..

The Taunton Trail Run features both a 10K and a Half Marathon, set in the picturesque surroundings of Taunton's waterways. This event is designed for runners of all levels, offering a flat and fast course that is ideal for beginners and seasoned athletes alike. Participants can expect an exhilaratin..

The Dartmoor Prison Break is an exciting running event taking place at HMP Dartmoor, where participants aim to cover the furthest distance on foot within a set time. Competitors can choose their own routes while avoiding wardens, with three categories available: 6-hour 'Absconder', 12-hour 'Delinque..

The Boscastle Scramble is a challenging self-navigated marathon covering 26.2 miles along the breathtaking North Cornish Coast Path, from Posh Rock on the Camel Estuary to the picturesque village of Boscastle. Known for its tough terrain and significant elevation changes, this event has earned a rep..

Conquer24 Powderham Castle is an exciting 24-hour running event set in the stunning surroundings of Powderham Castle. Participants can run solo, in pairs, or as part of teams of up to 12, tackling an 8km course that weaves through enchanting woodlands and offers breathtaking views, including a run t..

The Dartmoor Discovery Ultra Marathon, affectionately known as DD, is a prestigious 32-mile race that has become a must-have experience for runners. Set in the challenging terrain of Dartmoor, this event features some of the toughest hills in the region. With a race limit of 275 participants, it has..

The BigSea Trails event, part of the Classic Element Trail Series, takes place on the Isle of Purbeck, Dorset. This stunning trail running festival features multiple distances, including a 50km ultramarathon, marathon, 18 miles, and half marathon, all starting and finishing at Knoll Beach. Participa..

The Cheddar Gorge Challenge is an exhilarating off-road running event set in the stunning landscapes of Cheddar Gorge and the Mendip Hills. Scheduled for June 8, 2025, participants can choose from various distances, including 1km, 3km, 6km, 10km, Half Marathon, and Marathon, as well as an Omnium Cha..