Trail Running Calendar South West (England) 2025-2026

Take on Dartmoor in The Crossing 33.5 mile or the Great Escape 15.5 mile, both finishing at Ivybridge Rugby Club. Fully marked and marshalled routes with aid stations, on site camping and a bar for post race drinks.

Enjoy the Totnes 10K along mostly off road riverside trails beside the River Dart, starting and finishing in Borough Park with a lively race hub and bespoke finisher medal. Limited places and proceeds support Totnes Caring.

Take on the Standish Woodland Chase on 2 August 2026, a hilly just over 8 miles route along the Cotswold Way featuring woodland trails and escarpment views. All finishers receive a metal souvenir medal.

The MTC Thames Challenge is a four day, 184 mile multiday ultra along the Thames Path from the Cotswolds to the river mouth. Solo and relay entries and UTMB points appeal to experienced runners seeking an epic, supported adventure.

Tackle the 57 mile point to point MTC Cotswold Ultra along the scenic Thames Path through Cotswold countryside. Finishers receive a bespoke medal, every runner gets an MTC visor and checkpoints plus GPX keep you supported.

Tackle the Mendip Marauder on 8 August 2026, a rugged trail challenge offering 30 mile and 50 mile routes across woodlands, hilltops and classic Mendip landmarks. Both distances finish on Uphill Sands Beach in Weston Super Mare for a glorio..

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.

Join Ramsbury Gold 10km at Ramsbury Brewery for a scenic mostly trail run through woodland and footpaths with about 180 m of climbing. Canicross option, chip timing, medals and finish drinks included while supporting Brighter Futures.

Experience the Two Tunnels in Bath, a unique run through two lit, surfaced railway tunnels and rolling paths. Options span short Colourburst runs up to marathon and 50 km distances, with proceeds supporting Sustrans.

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.

Discover the Summer MTC Green Man Ultra around Bristol's Community Forest Path with 45 and 30 mile clockwise routes finishing at Ashton Park School. With festival style checkpoints, a bespoke Green Man medal and a challenging scenic route.

Gecko Gathering at Scorrier House in Cornwall on 23 August 2026 offers runs from 2.5 km to a half marathon plus a five hour Scorriergeddon endurance challenge. Enjoy a lively race village with music, food, medals and free photos.

Enjoy scenic trail laps around Wimbleball Lake on off road routes with water views and a friendly festival atmosphere. Choose 5K or 10K courses with run and canicross options, finisher medals and pro timing.

Enjoy an early evening trail run at Newnham Park on Friday 28 August 2026, with 8 and 4 mile looped courses set on estate trails. Canicross runners are welcome and proceeds support the work of Bowel Cancer West.

Take on the Steam Challenge in Bridestowe on 30 August 2026 for a scenic out and back on an old rail line, run or walk 5.3 km laps and complete as many as you can within the event time limits. Places are limited to 70 entrants and medals aw..

Join a guided 30 mile trail run around the Isle of Purbeck, tackling very hilly coastal paths and 1400 m of ascent through iconic spots like Corfe Castle and Old Harry Rocks. This non competitive group run is scenic, challenging and social.

Join Dartmoor In A Day Saturday 5 September 2026, a supported across Dartmoor challenge with 50 km and 30 km routes open to runners and walkers. Enjoy wild moorland, river crossings and stunning views with checkpoints, GPS trackers and moun..

Celebrate the 40th Haytor Heller on Dartmoor, a challenging 6 mile off road loop from Haytor Rock. Expect steep climbs, fast descents, woodland stretches and a stream crossing for a classic moorland race.

Take on the Saints Way Challenge & Ricochet in Looe on 5 September 2026, choosing 28 or 56 mile ultras along Cornwall's scenic Saints Way trail. Expect stocked feed stations, live GPS tracking and finisher medals, with a mandatory kit list.