Sturminster Newton
Trail Running Calendar near Sturminster Newton 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Sturminster Newton for 2026-2027! We've gathered 62 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
A point to point 50 km ultramarathon from Moors Valley Country Park to Hengistbury Head, following forest trails, the Castleman Trailway and the Bournemouth seafront, with feed stations, GPS route files and a bespoke finisher medal.
A chip timed 10 km trail race on 4 October 2026 through Somerset countryside, passing a prehistoric long barrow. The event includes a bespoke medal, Race Nation app support, camping nearby and proceeds shared with two charities.
A seaside 12 km race in Studland Bay, Dorset, starting and finishing at the National Trust visitors centre. Prizes for the top three men and women and a race memento for all participants.
An outdoor dog obstacle event at Avon Heath Country Park with 2.5 km and 5 km muddy courses, entertainment, a dog show, and fundraising for Lewis-Manning Hospice Care.
Trail races around the Isle of Purbeck on the Jurassic Coast, with three marked routes of 24 km, 12 km and 6 km across coastal ridges and inland marsh.
Roughly 12K off road race across bridle paths and the Imber Range, passing close to the Westbury White Horse and forming Race 3 of the Wiltshire Off Road Race League.
November 2026
An off road ultramarathon from Maiden Newton of about 35.9 miles with roughly 1,300 m of ascent, passing hillforts and coastal views. Six aid stations offer water and cake, GPX files and maps are provided for navigation.
A twilight off-road 10 km through a reputedly haunted parish of Dorset, starting and finishing in the park in front of Eastbury House. The route passes Chettle woods, Bloody Shard Gate and Chettle Long barrow.
A 7 mile chip timed trail race around The Blue Pool in Dorset on 7 November 2026. The route passes woodland, hills, heath and ridges and includes a capped canicross category; entry includes pool access for one adult and up to two children.
A multi-terrain 12 km off-road race from Barton Farm Country Park with a river crossing, chip timing, prizes and team awards, raising funds for Alzheimer's Support.
A winter adventure race in Wiltshire combining trail running and mountain biking with map and compass navigation and flexible time-limited courses.
Night trail from Corfe Castle with 5 km, 11 km and 15 km routes across Purbeck heath and woodland; the event is sold out and on the day entries are not accepted.
A 10 mile off-road trail race through the New Forest organised by Totton Running Club at Ocknell Campsite, capped at 301 entrants with age 17 plus.
A technical trail through ancient Bere Wood in Dorset on 29 November 2026, offering 10K, half marathon and a 2 person relay over rooted, low light terrain.
December 2026
Chip timed coastal runs of 10 mile and 10k from Hengistbury Head along Bournemouth seafront with Boscombe Pier, water stations, medal and on course first aid.
Festive trail runs at Moors Valley Country Park on 6 December 2026 with 2 km, 5 km and 10 km options; canicross allowed on the longer distances.