South West (England)
Trail Running Calendar South West (England) 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in South West (England) for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 277 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in South West (England) below and join the trail community at these great events!
August 2027
A hilly trail ultramarathon on the Mendip Way offering 30 and 50 mile routes with varied terrain and a coastal finish at Uphill Sands.
A 15.5 km fell race in Sticklepath with 519 m climb, FRA permit, age minimum 18 and a 50 place limit for pre-entry.
A 10 km trail and canicross event at Ramsbury Brewery on August 8th with mostly off road terrain, two water stations, a medal, pint cup and a free drink included.
Evening trail run at Fyne Court Estate on 14 August 2027 with 5 km or 10 km on waymarked trails, cupless water provision and optional wooden finisher medals.
Obstacle course races at Badminton Estate in South Gloucestershire on 15 August 2027, featuring Sprint 5 km, Super 10 km, Beast 21 km and a kids race.
A Bath running event that passes through two former railway tunnels, including a 1,672 m tunnel converted to a well lit shared-use path.
Mini Backyard Ultra in Plymouth offering 4 mile laps or an 8 mile option, with a canicross category and prizes; proceeds support Bowel Cancer West.
A multi‑terrain ultramarathon around Bristol on the Community Forest Path, offered as 45 mile and 30 mile self‑navigated races with chip timing and staffed checkpoints.
An 8 mile urban to trail loop from Bournemouth Square into Meyrick Park, on mixed trails with chip timing, an aid station and a finisher's medal.
Mini Backyard Ultra at Newnham Park on 27 August 2027 offering one or two 4 mile laps, dog friendly and crew categories, with proceeds supporting Bowel Cancer West.
Traffic-free 5K and 10K trail races at Wimbleball Lake in Exmoor, with dedicated canicross and junior 5K options as part of a larger multisport festival.
September 2027
A guided 30 mile trail run along the Jurassic Coast around the Isle of Purbeck, with route guidance, coastal views and a possible post run alcohol free beer.
50 km point to point ultra from Renegade Brewery to Ramsbury Brewery with 75% off road terrain, four aid stations, chip timing and a 9 hour cut off.
Races through Westonbirt Arboretum offer half marathon, 10km, 5km and a 1 Mile fun run on solid forest paths with medals, feed stations and limited parking.
A community trail race in Epney covering about 11 miles (17 km) along canal towpaths and local trails with marshals, one aid station and a three hour cut-off.
A coastal Marathon and Half Marathon from Exeter Quayside or Dawlish Warren to Babbacombe Downs, featuring sea wall and coast path terrain, aid stations, and a bespoke finish medal.
Trail event in Tehidy woods with four timed challenges on a 4 mile loop, from 3 to 12 hours; entry fees range from £30 to £60.
A 7-hour timed road event near Littleham, Exmouth on 11 September 2027 with 5.3 km tarmac laps, limited to 50 entrants and minimum age 18.
A fully marked 10.5 mile trail race on Dartmoor with about 550 m ascent, river crossings, bogs and a volcano ascent; entry is limited to 250 runners.
A 50k autumn trail along the historic Liberty Trail from Ham Hill Country Park to Lyme Regis with four aid stations, medical cover and a seaside finish.