Run Finder

Severn Bridge 5 ‘Twilight’
2026-04-23 | Chepstow, Wales, NP16 5TY, United Kingdom
A five mile race that starts on the Chepstow side of the Severn Bridge. Run along the path to the England side, loop round and back to the start. Timed for when the sun is setting which can be pretty spectacular.

Butcombe Trail Ultramarathon
2026-04-25 | Medips Activity Centre, Churchill, Somerset, BS25 5PQ, United Kingdom
This year there is a 50-mile or 50km option that will take you up and down the Mendip Hills, starting and finishing at the Mendip Activity Centre near Churchill in Somerset. Organised by the Town and Country Harriers (TACH).

The Bath Beat
2026-04-25 | Ralph Allen School, Bath, Somerset, BA2 7AD, United Kingdom
A running and walking event with options for 12.5, 17, 21 and 26.5 miles. The trail route uses public footpaths, farmland and tow paths to take you around Bath and the surrounding countryside and villages.

Frome Valley 10k
2026-04-25 | Elm Park Primary, Winterbourne, Bristol, BS36 1NF, United Kingdom
Confusingly, this race is nowhere near Frome in Somerset. Instead, it takes place on the roads and trails around Winterbourne, just north of Bristol. All money raised will go to support Elm Park Primary School. There’s also a colour run for kids.

Kolor Dash
2026-04-25 | Tredegar Park, Newport, South Wales, NP10 9DD, United Kingdom
A 5k charity colour fun-run around Tredegar Park raising money for St David’s Hospice Care.

Medieval Backyard Ultra
2026-04-25 00:00 - 2026-04-26 00:00 (Europe/London) | Comeston Country Park, Penarth, Cardiff, South Wales, CF64 5UY, United Kingdom
You’ll run 4.1 miles, on the hour, every hour, until only one runner remains. The route is largely flat and run on gravel paths.
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Ravers2Runners Presents Run2Rave: Bath
2026-04-25 11:00 - 23:00 | The Bell Inn, Bath, BA1 5BW, United Kingdom
A run and then a rave. And you’d expect nothing less from Ravers2Runners.
The event starts with a 5k or 10k run and then turns into a rave that goes on until 11pm.

The Eastnor Mud Bath
2026-04-26 | Eastnor Castle, Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8 1EN, United Kingdom
Mud, hills and natural obstacles. 10k, 6k and 3k options.

Corsham 10k
2026-04-26 | Corsham Rugby Club, Corsham, Wiltshire, SN13 9QG, United Kingdom
A 10k road-race with a cheaper ‘no frills’ entry price available (no t-shirt, memento or ice cream). There’s also a 2k race option.

Horton Bull Run
2026-04-26 | Horton, Bristol, Gloucestershire, BS37 6QH, United Kingdom
7km of undulating country lanes.

London Marathon
2026-04-26 | London, London, United Kingdom
Ok, so not local, but a good marker in the calendar.

Trust10
2026-04-26 | Stourhead, Wiltshire, BA12 6QD, United Kingdom
Stourhead’s Trust10 10k trail run is a challenging, multi-terrain run involving some public roads. Beginning and ending at Stourhead house, the trail takes in pasture, woodland and an Iron age hillfort with King Alfred’s Tower marking the mid-way point. Trust10 is all about enjoying the experience of running in beautiful landscapes, surrounded by nature.
*Further than 1 hour from Bristol

Westonbirt 10k
2026-04-29 | Westonbirt Arboretum, Gloucestershire, GL8 8QS, United Kingdom
Run a 10k around the beautiful surroundings of Westonbirt Arboretum. It’s flat and on hard paths. This one usually sells out so be quick!

Bristol Backyard Ultra
2026-05-02 | Blaise Castle Estate, Bristol, BS10 7QS, United Kingdom
To win this, you’ll need to be the last runner standing. 4.167 miles, on the hour, every hour, until only one person remains. Taking place at Blaise Castle, Bristol.

Midsomer Norton Town Park 5k Run
2026-05-02 | Midsomer Norton Town Park, Somerset, BA3 2UH, United Kingdom
This is a free, timed 5k Community Run in Midsomer Norton Town Park that takes place on the first Saturday of every month. Organised by the Welton Church Runners and supported by the Midsomer Norton Town Council.

Runaway Train
2026-05-03 | Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BA4 5AZ, United Kingdom
New for 2026, there are now THREE trail routes the choose from – the traditional 3mile and 8.5miles, plus now a six mile option. All routes are ‘super scenic’ taking in woods, valleys, tunnels and viaducts. Walkers and families are also welcome. Enjoy a Boxty Feast (Irish potato pancake) at the finish. Visit the official website for entry.

Marlborough Downs Challenge
2026-05-03 | Marlborough Leisure Centre, Marlborough, Wiltshire, SN8 1PB, United Kingdom
A 20 mile or 33 mile challenging race with over 3,000 feet of elevation on the longer route. Visit the Marlborough Running Club website for more details.

Dragonfly Run
2026-05-03 | Brimscombe, Gloucestershire, GL5 2QN, United Kingdom
This is a timed event where you choose whatever distance you fancy doing 5k to 10k, half to marathon to ultra, you can complete as many, or as few laps as you like of a 2.62 mile out and back route, along the stunning Stroud Waterways canal.
We welcome all abilities of runner/walker – complete one lap or keep going and see how far you can get in the full 7 hour time limit and everyone gets the fabulous bespoke finishers’ medal.
We also operate our uniquely flexible ‘rock up and run’ start times within a 1 hour start window, so no waiting around if you arrive early and no added pressure if you’re running a bit late.
Minimum distance is 2.62 miles or as far as you can go in 7 hours. Off road trail, the terrain is canal gravel towpath, road or trail shoes will be fine.

Bristol Sri Chinmoy Races Summer Series
2026-05-05 | Eastville Park, Bristol, BS5 6QL, United Kingdom
Race 1/4. A 2 mile race on an undulating path around the edge of Eastville Park. A one mile junior race is also available. Find out more at the official website.

Bannister Anniversary Mile
2026-05-06 | Pontcanna Fields, Cardiff, South Wales, CF11 9HY, United Kingdom
A one-mile race to commemorate Roger Bannister breaking the four minute mile barrier in 1954. This year it will take place in Pontcanna Fields. Visit the Cardiff Running Events website for more details.

Bitton 5k Series (1/4)
2026-05-06 | Bitton Railway Station, Bristol, BS306HD, United Kingdom
Out and back on the Bristol-Bath cycle path, starting and ending at Bitton Station. Lots of fast runners but all abilities welcome and a great chance to test yourself on a fast 5k course.

Bourton Mile Road Race
2026-05-08 | Bourton-on-the-Water, Gloucestershire, GL54 2DZ, United Kingdom
A totally flat, point to point road race over 1 mile (1.6k). Visit the Bourton Road Runners website for full info.

The Bridge 200
2026-05-08 00:00 - 2026-05-10 00:00 | Chepstow, Wales, NP16 5TY, United Kingdom
You have 55 hours to run 200 miles, back and forth over the Old Severn Bridge – around 50 laps. Shorter versions are also available, 100 miles and 40 miles. Visit the Cockbain Events website for more info.

Easy Miles & IPAs Shakeout Run
2026-05-08 18:00 - 19:30 | Kinisi Run Hub, East Stree, Bristol, BS3 4HH, United Kingdom
An easy 5k shakeout run around the harbour ahead of the Bristol 10k & Half Marathon. Hosted by Kinisi Run Hub, with demos from Hoka and Compressport, finishing at Bristol Beer Factory for a Clear Head (alcohol free) IPA.

The Bristol Great Run Shakeout
2026-05-08 18:15 - 19:15 | College Green, Bristol, BS1 5UY, United Kingdom
The official ‘shakeout’ run for the Bristol Half and 10k. It’s a relaxed 5k, starting at College Green and taking in a loop of the Harbourside. It’s free, but you need to register. Co-hosted by Bristol Run Club.

Radyr Trail Races
2026-05-09 | Whitchurch, Cardiff, CF14, United Kingdom
Half and full marathon options available, but across some pretty tough terrain. The marathon as 1300m of climbing. There will be hills! Find out more at the Ridge Runners website.

Westcountry Ultra Flat 50 Miler
2026-05-09 | West Somerset College, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 6AY, United Kingdom
A point-to-point race that starts in Taunton and ends in Minehead. The first 15 miles are flat, but then things do start to undulate (there’s 2,128 feet of elevation). Enter now at the Albion Running website.

Westcountry Ultra Hilly 50 Miler
2026-05-09 | West Somerset College, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 6AY, United Kingdom
This race starts and ends in Minehead. You’ll be rewarded with some spectacular scenery, but you’ll pay for it with 7,337 feet of elevation, more than three times more than the flat version of the race. Visit the Albion Running website for more details.
*Further away than one hour from Bristol

Westcountry Ultra 100 miler
2026-05-09 00:00 - 2026-05-10 00:00 | Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1PN, United Kingdom
Starting in Taunton and ending in Minehead, this race combines the hilly route and the flat route (see above) into one giant 100 mile race. That means you’ll face 9,538 feet of elevation, but you’ll have 32 hours to complete it. You can get more details at the Albion Running website.

Queen Square Run Club Bristol Shakeout Run
2026-05-09 10:30 - 11:30 | Queen Square, Bristol, BS1 4NT, United Kingdom
Ahead of the Bristol 10k & Half, a social 5k around the city centre with Midnight Runners Berlin, finishing at Pinkmans Bakery.
