Trail Running Calendar South West (England) 2025-2026

The MTC Thames Challenge is a four-day ultra endurance event from August 6–9, 2026, starting at Kemble Station in the Cotswolds (GL7 6AW). The 184-mile course unfolds across four stages, featuring four unique Ultra events: The Cotswold Ultra, The Oxford Ultra, The Windsor Ultra, and The Richmond Ult..

The MTC Cotswold Ultra is the opening day of The Thames Challenge, based at Kemble Station (GL7 6AW). This UKA-sanctioned running event is a self-sufficient ultramarathon with solo entry (£90). The route follows the Thames Path from Kemble to the river’s source, then returns via Wysis Way and along..

Two Tunnels Races takes place in Bath, UK, with start and finish at Brickfields Park. The event offers a wide range of distances—from 500m Colourburst up to 50km, plus marathon, half marathon, 10km, 5km, 2km, and 5km Colourburst heats—creating a family-friendly lineup. A standout feature is the cour..

The Summer GMU 2026 is an ultra running event featuring a challenging 45-mile loop around the City of Bristol. Held at Aston Park School, the race offers participants a unique opportunity to experience the scenic urban and natural landscapes of Bristol. The event includes options for a full 45-mile..

The Woods 2026 is a unique running event set on the scenic North Coast, featuring a 4-mile loop through Tehidy Woods. Participants can choose from four race durations: Rowan (3 hours), Ash (6 hours), Beech (9 hours), and Oak (12 hours), aiming to complete the maximum number of laps within their chos..

Jurassic Coast Ultra Run is a 30-mile guided trail run along the Jurassic Coast and Isle of Purbeck, starting and finishing at Knoll Beach, Studland, Dorset. Organized by Running Adventures, it is a hilly route with about 4600 ft (1400 m) of elevation—not a race but a group experience suitable for w..

The Lighthouse Marathon and Ultra is a challenging running event held in Cornwall, starting at Pendeen and finishing near Godrevy lighthouse. The marathon covers 26 miles along a demanding coastal path featuring mud, water, rocks, sand, tarmac, big climbs, and dunes, with over 4,000 feet of elevatio..

The Medal Mix Challenge Day 1, organized by Running Events Devon, takes place near Capel Lane, Littleham, Exmouth on November 28, 2026. This 7-hour timed event features a scenic 5.3 km out-and-back course on an old disused train line, fully paved and accurately measured as a road race. Suitable for..

The Medal Mix Challenge Day 2, organized by Running Events Devon, takes place on Sunday, 29th November 2026 near Capel Lane, Littleham, Exmouth. This 7-hour timed event welcomes runners and walkers of all abilities to complete as many 5.3 km laps as possible on a scenic, undulating, and accurately m..

The Fordh Sen Mighal is a popular point-to-point running race held in Cornwall, UK, attracting runners from the South West annually. The course follows the European cultural route from Lelant, near St Uny's Church, on the North coast, to Marazion on the South coast, offering a scenic run through bea..

The MTC Will-o-the-Wisp is a challenging 54-mile ultramarathon held in the UK, running from Liskeard to Truro. This long-distance event offers runners a unique opportunity to experience a demanding course through scenic Cornish landscapes. Organized by Ultra Running Ltd, the race emphasizes enduranc..