Logo

The Bell Plod

Blandford Forum, United Kingdom • 19 Jul 2026

The Bell Plod is a friendly, relaxed trail run/walk organised by Running Events Devon, held at Myncen Farm in Minchington, Blandford Forum, Dorset. The one-lap course runs on a privately owned farm, by permission of the owner, weaving through fields, grass, wildflowers, crops and dusty tracks for an undulating rural trail experience. The event welcomes participants aged 4 and up; under-10s must be accompanied by an adult, and all ages can take part with tails ensuring no one finishes last. Places are limited to 64 entrants, with entry priced at £10. The Bell Plod is part of a July weekend with camping (17–19 July 2026). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom South West (England) Blandford Forum

Race information

Registration
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

Dark Dorset 10

Tarrant Gunville - 5 mi from Blandford Forum

Run a twilight 10 km off road trail through Dorset woods and historic parkland as dusk falls. Enjoy atmospheric scenery, a touch of local ghost lore and medals, trophies and refreshments at the finish; entries are limited.

Wessex Night League - Salisbury North

Salisbury - 21 mi from Blandford Forum

Join the Wessex Night League in North Salisbury for a one hour score orienteering through urban streets and a hilltop nature park. Fast paced and social, bring lights and hi vis, and pre entry is required.

New Forest Central Trail Run

Brockenhurst - 26 mi from Blandford Forum

Join the New Forest Central Trail Run at Roundhill Campsite for 10km, 17km or 22km routes through ancient woodland and heath. Enjoy undulating gravel trails, roaming ponies and a plastic free event with water, medals and chip timing.

The Maverick Dark Castle

Corfe Castle - 15 mi from Blandford Forum

Experience torchlit trails and ancient ruins at the Maverick Dark Castle around Corfe Castle on 15 November 2025. Choose 5 km 10 km or 16 km routes for a thrilling off road night run hosted by Maverick Race.

Dark Valley, Night Trails

Ringwood - 16 mi from Blandford Forum

Dark Valley, Night Trails is a night-time trail run at Moors Valley Country Park, Ashley Heath, near Ringwood, Dorset. The 10km loop winds through wide, tree-lined forest tracks on the Hampshire/Dorset border, with 1, 2, or 3 laps for 10km,..

Bournemouth Coastal TEN

Bournemouth - 16 mi from Blandford Forum

Enjoy a scenic, flat coastal run at the Bournemouth Coastal TEN, choose 10 mile or 10 km along Hengistbury Head and Boscombe Pier. Chip timing, a finisher medal and post race refreshments make it a perfect seaside challenge for all abilitie..