Somerset
Trail Running Calendar near Somerset 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Somerset for 2026-2027! We've gathered 66 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
March 2027
A twice-yearly race on the Grand Western Canal Path offering Marathon, 20 Miler (March), Half Marathon and 10k over largely flat, hard-packed canal paths.
Trail races at Escot Park offering a half marathon and a slightly over 10K, with canicross categories, chip timing and medals for finishers.
A countryside challenge from Cerne Abbas offering 20 or 30 mile routes across Dorset downland and river valleys with checkpoints and an 11 hour time limit.
April 2027
A 15 mile off road fell race across the Mendip Hills starting and finishing in Cheddar, with over 2,000 ft of climbing and proceeds supporting local charities.
A 13 hour endurance run at Upottery Airfield where solo runners, pairs or four person teams aim to cover the most miles while facing unknown challenges.
Timed lap event in Cardiff Bay on 11 April 2027 offering distances from a single 5.3 km lap up to ultra within a seven hour limit.
A 10.3 km linear trail from Selworthy Beacon to Minehead Beach with an accompanying youth relay and on-course support.
A last-person-standing Backyard Ultra at the Medieval Village, Cosmeston Lakes: runners repeat a fixed 6706 m loop each hour until one athlete completes one more loop than anyone else. Camping and on-site facilities are provided.
Seven hour canal challenge near Sampford Peverell with a flat 6.55 mile out and back lap plus a separate 10k option, medals and prizes for top finishers.
Timed multi distance event on a 5.3 km Cardiff Bay lap with options from 5 km to ultra, a seven hour limit and flexible start times.
A multi-distance trail running weekend in East Devon with on-site camping, GPS-tracked courses, UTMB Index status and supported aid stations across routes from about 25 km to 110 km.
May 2027
A 5 km obstacle event at Coopers Field Bute Park Cardiff with mixed tarmac and grass underfoot, staggered wave starts, on course marshals and fundraising support.
Race for Life at Coopers Field, Bute Park offers 10k, 5k and 3k routes on mixed grass and tarmac while raising funds for Cancer Research UK.
A trail race following the Windsor Hill railway path through woods, tunnels and viaducts, finishing in Shepton Mallet. Routes and walking options are provided, with a lunchtime boxty feast in the market place.
A point to point 50 mile race in Somerset that starts on canal path, follows river and coast routes, has six aid stations, and a 14 hour cut off.