The Kymin Dash
2026-04-12 | Haberdashers School Sports Complex, Monmouth, South Wales, NP25 3NG, United Kingdom
A 7 mile trail run through the scenic Wye Valley.

South Wales 200
2026-04-15 00:00 - 2026-04-19 00:00 (Europe/London) | Wales Coast Path, Chepstow, NP16 5HH, United Kingdom
A 200 mile/5 day trail run across South Wales. Starting in Chepstow and finishing just outside Swansea, you’ll have to deal with 30,000 feet of climbing!

Bristol Track Club 5k
2026-04-18 | Odd Down Cycle Track, Bath, BA2 2PR, United Kingdom
This event, which is backed by Pro-Direct and On, attracts some of the fastest runners in the country. And they live stream some of the races.

The Cut
2026-04-18 | Pomphrey Hill, Bristol, BS16 9NF, United Kingdom
The Cut: Elimination Run. Seven round of 3k, but each round, the cut off time gets shorter:
Round 1: 20mins
Round 2: 18mins
Round 3: 16mins
Round 4: 14mins
Round 5: 12mins
Round 6: 10mins
Round 7: 8mins

Newport Marathon Festival
2026-04-19 | Newport, South Wales, NP20, United Kingdom
Marathon, half marathon, 10k and one-mile fun run options. Road marathons are pretty rare in this area, but this is one of the best. Fast, flat and very well organised.

The Bluebell Blunder
2026-04-19 | Gumbersland Barn, Chepstow, GL15 6QG, United Kingdom
An off-road 7k(ish), just north of Chepstow in the Wye Valley.

Ilminster 10k
2026-04-19 | Archie Gooch Pavillion, Illminster, Somerset, TA19 9FE, United Kingdom
Formerly known as the Minster Milers’ Mash, The Ilminster 10k is an undulating course that takes in the beautiful South Somerset countryside including the magnificent backdrop of the Dillington Estate finishing through the historic Ilminster Town Square.
Part of the Somerset Series.

Bath and Bristol Railway Races
2026-04-19 | Green Park, Bath, Somerset, BA1 1HZ, United Kingdom
Someone has finally taken advantage of the amazing Bristol-Bath cycle path to put on a range of distance races. 10k, Half, 25k, Marathon & 50k distances all available.

Frenchay 10k
2026-04-19 | Student Centre UWE, Frenchay, Bristol, BS16 1QY, United Kingdom
One of the oldest 10k races in the country, with the first one being run back in 1980. It’s a traffic-free road race and every finisher will receive a Frenchay 10k Mug.

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 | 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.
Get 10% off entry to any Gert Lush event with the code RUNFINDER10.

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.

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.

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.
