Portishead
Trail Running Calendar near Portishead 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Portishead for 2026-2027! We've gathered 112 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
December 2026
A pre Christmas anniversary timed run in Stroud on 13 December 2026 with flexible lap-based entry on a 3.28 mile canal route; distances range from 5 km to ultra and all finishers receive a bespoke medal and a memento.
Skirrid Xmas Hill Race is a 5.7 km fell race with 450 m ascent near Llanvihangel Crucorny on 19 December 2026; entry £10, no entries on the day.
Timed lap based run at Barry Sidings Country Park offering distances from 5 km to ultra on a 5.3 km tarmac lap with a 7 hour limit.
A free, untimed community run along the canal between Bridgwater and Taunton with 14 and 7.5 mile options. Registration is required and basic medical cover will be available.
January 2027
Trail races at Wenchford Picnic Site offering 7 miles with 7 hills or a 14 mile double lap with 14 hills, on muddy forest trails with Canicross waves.
A January off road 9.6 mile run across trails, fields and woodland with about 80 percent off road terrain. The event uses chip timing, has one water station at Littleton upon Severn and a 2.5 hour expected run time limit.
A 9 km fell race at Cwm Nant-y-Groes with 550 m climb, navigational checkpoints, a flagged mandatory loop and enforced full kit; date and series inclusion are to be confirmed.
Timed multi-lap run on a 2.62 mile canal out and back in Brimscombe with distances from 5 km to ultra and a seven hour limit; medals for all participants.
A 7 to 8 mile cross country run around May Hill in Gloucestershire with steep climbs, muddy trails and an open plain at the summit. A Sunday May Hill Mayhem option adds an extra loop to total 14 to 15 miles.
February 2027
A night race at Westonbirt National Arboretum on 6 February 2027, with scenic routes through tree collections and firm trail-like surfaces. Distances include 5 km and 10 km; tickets are currently sold out.
A 5km and 10km run through Westonbirt Arboretum on 7 February 2027, with firm trail terrain and routes through areas showcasing over 2,500 tree species. The event is family friendly and tickets are currently sold out.
Doynton Hard Half Marathon is a cross country half marathon on 2 February 2025, organised by Emersons Green Running Club with entries opened 1 September 2024.
A UKA measured 10 mile road race on 14 February 2027 starting and finishing at King George V Playing Field in Melksham. The course passes Lacock, offers prize categories and medals for finishers, and includes water stations and basic race facilities.
A one way, fully marked 70k ultramarathon along the Taff Trail from Brecon to Nantgarw. The route moves from mountain landscapes to former industrial valleys and includes coach transfer to the start, checkpoints and live GPS tracking.
A timed event on a 2.62 mile out and back canal route with flexible rock up and run starts. Distances range from 5 km through marathon and beyond, with a seven hour time limit and a finisher medal for all.
A multi-distance running event in Bath that routes through two historic tunnels and finishes at Brickfields Park, with events from 500 m to ultra marathon.