Trail Running calendar near Newport 2026-2027

A 5.6 km fell race in Church Stretton on 14 May 2025 with 268 m total ascent. Provisional event with on the day entry and a £7 fee; junior runners have shorter course options.

Trail and trek event along the Jurassic Coast in Dorset with distances from 10 km to 100 km and a full route via Weymouth, Portland Bill, Chesil Beach and West Bay. The course features signed routes, marquee rest stops, GPS tracking, medica..

A mountain trail marathon of about 26.2 miles and a separate 10 mile race start and finish at Parkwood Dolygaer in the Brecon Beacons. The marathon has three checkpoints and a six hour cutoff at 20.5 miles; compulsory kit is required for bo..

The Twenty Sixth Compton Downland Challenge in Compton, Berkshire on 16 May 2026 features a full marathon and a 16 mile race with a seven hour time limit; route maps, elevation profiles and videos are provided.

A multi lap running event from The Unicorn Inn in Telford with routes of 8, 16 and 26.2 miles passing Ironbridge Gorge and returning via the Silkin Way. Ales, pub food and event bling are available after the runs.

The Semington Slog on 16 May 2026 features a 10 km and 2 km run from St Georges School. Routes explore the village and Kennet and Avon Canal towpath. Enjoy community activities, refreshments, and prizes.

A new 50K route from Telford Town Park to Shrewsbury that visits multiple historic Shropshire sites. The event includes chip timing, five nutrition stations, measured routes, free photos and a special series-linking segment medal.

A fell running event at Meldon Reservoir featuring a five mile senior race climbing 1,362 ft to High Willhays and return, plus junior races over 2 km and 4 km. The course requires self navigation and includes compulsory checkpoints.

Trail running from Sudeley Castle in the northern Cotswolds with routes from 7 km to 51 km, marked trails, outposts and mandatory kit requirements for longer distances.

A community Pretty Muddy 5k obstacle course in Singleton Park on 16 May 2026, with mixed grass and path terrain, staggered wave starts and accessibility provisions including sunflower wristbands and BSL stage content.

Experience a fundraising trail run through the grounds of the Badminton Estate. Choose from multiple distances including a team challenge while enjoying a community atmosphere with a post race BBQ and refreshments.

A community organised 5k and 10k trail run or walk in the Cotswolds on 16 May 2026, offering adult and junior categories and raising funds for the Village Hall and the North Cerney School Association.

Explore the scenic parish of Deddington on a 5k, 10k, or 20k run through local farmland. This community event supports local schools and the Firefighters Charity while welcoming runners of all abilities.

A multi-terrain 10 mile, 6 mile and 1 mile fun run in Beer, East Devon on 17 May 2026, organised by Beer Primary School PTFA to raise funds for the school with coastal and trail sections.

This 10K trail race starts and finishes on Cocklemoor in Langport, taking runners across mixed terrain paths through the Somerset Levels and countryside. It follows UK Athletics rules and is open to participants aged 17 and over.

A point to point race of approximately 5 miles along river paths and a canal towpath on 17 May 2026, organised by Maldwyn Harriers. Entry fees vary by category and entries may be taken on the day.

A scenic run around Blenheim Palace on 17 May 2026, featuring a 7.4k lakeside course and a separate dog race. Other options include a 4 mile route for buggies and wheelchairs and a 1 mile junior race.

An off road 10 km trail around Barbury Castle near Wroughton, featuring tracks, grass and Smeathes Ridge. The event is fully marshalled, supports Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity and includes a finishers medal and post race refreshm..

A short, hilly 5.3 km race in All Stretton on 20 May 2026 with registration at the Yew Tree Inn. The event includes junior races, supports local charities, and forms part of the Shropshire Summer Series.

Trail 5k and new 10k at Dunkertons Park lead through fields and woodlands to elevated viewpoints. Prizes are awarded for top three men and women and refreshments are provided at the race HQ.