Trail Running calendar near Newport 2026-2027

An evening trail run at Bodenham Arboretum offering 5km or 10km routes over multi-terrain, raising funds for local charities with limited online-only entries and basic on-site facilities.

A fell race held since 1986 at The Whistle Inn near Garn yr Erw, Blaenavon, with an 8 km/300 m ascent option and a 5/984 ft option. Entries are accepted on the day or online and runners should carry appropriate safety kit.

A backyard ultra at Breakheart Quarry in the Cotswolds where runners repeat a 6706 m loop every hour until one person remains. Camping and on-site facilities are provided; early bird entry is £75.

Trail runs through Cheddar Gorge and the Mendip Hills on 14 June 2026, with distances from 1 km to marathon. Routes are waymarked and marshalled, with multiple feed stations and on site parking.

Trail races in Kingsclere, Hampshire on Sunday 14 June 2026 with marathon, half marathon and 10k on clearly marked single-lap off-road courses. Marshals are stationed along the routes and parking is available nearby.

A 10 km trail race on the private Lulworth Estate in south Dorset, combining a village fête atmosphere with a scenic, hilly course on chalk downland and woodland paths. Proceeds benefit the Coombe Keynes Trust.

Run as many 3.28 mile laps as you wish along the scenic Stroud Waterways canal. This flexible timed event caters to all distances from 5k to ultra marathon with a seven hour time limit and a relaxed start window.

WildRox brings a test of strength and endurance to the Huntley Estate in Gloucestershire. Complete eight physical challenges and eight kilometers of off road running to earn your finisher medal and official time.

A circular 14.2 mile mixed terrain race around Exeter with a shorter 9 mile Yellow Zone option. The course follows the Green Circle through valleys, meadows and along the Exe and includes toilet facilities at several points.

A rural 5 km family fun run and walk in Long Wittenham on 14 June 2026, on signed and marshalled footpaths through Neptune and Paradise Wood. There are age category awards, a midway drinks station, refreshments and a fastest villager prize.

Rodney's Pillar is a confirmed 5.2 km race near Criggion Village Hall on 18 June 2025, featuring 280 m of ascent and both pre-entry and on the day registration with fees of £7 and £10.

Multiple-distance ultraruns along the Jurassic Coast World Heritage site, with routes on the South West Coast Path from 33 km up to 105 miles, live GPS tracking, staffed aid stations and finisher awards.

A three day festival at the Pinkery Centre in Exmoor National Park combining the Exmoor Perambulation and Man vs Moor events. It features walks, trail races, a sunset swim, evening talks and family options.

A trail event on the Malvern Hills offering *27 miles* with about 5000 ft ascent or *15 miles* to Black Hill. Routes use tracks and paths, include staffed checkpoints with snacks, and finish at Colwall Village Hall.

Two self-navigating trail routes on 20 June 2026 finishing at Ludlow Castle, with mixed terrain through the Marches of England. Options include an approximately 30 mile ultra and a 14 to 15 mile half with parking and optional transport from..

Test your endurance at MacTuffX Bristol with interval based running challenges. Choose between solo, doubles, or relay formats across 400m and 800m repetitions in this organized summer event for adults.

A 5 km obstacle event on The Downs in Bristol on 20 June 2026 where participants aged 13 and over climb, crawl and slide across a mainly grassy course. Waves run every 15 minutes, a fundraising target of £50 applies and finishers receive a..

A 34 km fell race in the Brecon Beacons with 1700 m of ascent visiting eight summits and run anticlockwise. The 2026 route adds Fan y Big, moves the finish to Talybont on Usk, and includes two timed cutoffs and strict navigation requirement..

Test your resilience in this 12 hour endurance challenge through the wild beauty of Dartmoor National Park. Run or walk as many 12 km laps as possible to support North Dartmoor Search and Rescue.

A multi-terrain 10k starting and finishing at Umborne Village Hall near Colyton, with about 75% off-road running and a scenic section on the private Widworthy Estate. The event includes marshals, water stations, limited parking and prizes a..