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Fun runs in South West in May 2026

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Enjoy a free family fun run as part of the much-loved Oldbury White Horse Triathlon day.
  • Sun 3 May
  • FREE
Calne, Wiltshire

Oldbury White Horse Sprint Triathlon Events | Fun Run

Enjoy a free family fun run as part of the much-loved Oldbury White Horse Triathlon day.

  • 1.5 km trail running
  • All ages
A family-friendly trail running festival for all ages and abilities with Devon's best trail routes at its heart - plus sea swims, swimruns, guided runs, yoga, music, speakers, local food and camping!
  • Fri 8 - Mon 11 May
  • £10-£80
Kingsbridge, Devon

Something Wild Festival

A family-friendly trail running festival for all ages and abilities with Devon's best trail routes at its heart - plus sea swims, swimruns, guided runs, yoga, music, speakers, local food and camping!

  • Trail run
  • 5K run
  • 10K run
  • Half marathon
  • Sea swim
  • + 7 more races
  • Families
  • Recycling
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Plastic bottle free
  • Dogs allowed at venue
  • Entertainment
  • Music
  • Event village
  • Rural
  • Coast
  • All ages
Who said grown-ups should have all the fun? These events see younger Bristol runners tackle a supercharged sprint with a carnival atmosphere to get athletes off to a flying start.
  • Sat 9 May
  • £17
Bristol, Somerset

AJ Bell Junior & Mini Great Bristol Run

Who said grown-ups should have all the fun? These events see younger Bristol runners tackle a supercharged sprint with a carnival atmosphere to get athletes off to a flying start.

  • Fun run 2
  • Families
  • Fancy dress
  • Urban
  • Park
  • Sustainability policy
  • Age 3-15
Muddy good fun! Tackle 15+ award-winning obstacles across 6km of stunning Dorset countryside — then celebrate with friends, a cold drink, and a t-shirt you've truly earned.
  • Sat 16 - Sun 17 May
  • £39.60-£44
  • Teams save 10%
Sturminster Newton, Dorset

Dorset Mud Run

Muddy good fun! Tackle 15+ award-winning obstacles across 6km of stunning Dorset countryside — then celebrate with friends, a cold drink, and a t-shirt you've truly earned.

  • Mud run 2
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Event village
  • Age 16-65
By popular demand, a selection of trail races has been added to the multi-sports weekend at the scenic Roadford Lake, with an inclusive and encouraging atmosphere, and lakeside camping.
  • Sat 16 May
  • £9-£28
Lifton, Devon

Roadford Lake Trail Races

By popular demand, a selection of trail races has been added to the multi-sports weekend at the scenic Roadford Lake, with an inclusive and encouraging atmosphere, and lakeside camping.

  • Fun run 2
  • 5K run
  • CaniCross 2
  • 10K run
  • Half marathon
  • Families
  • Trees not tees
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Dogs allowed at venue
  • Event village
  • Rural
  • Sustainability policy
  • Age 3 & over
Enjoy a 1.5km fun run within an exclusive venue at this family-friendly multisport summer event.
  • Sat 23 May
  • FREE
Swindon, Wiltshire

Cotswolds Lake 62 Spring Events | Fun Run

Enjoy a 1.5km fun run within an exclusive venue at this family-friendly multisport summer event.

  • 1.5 km trail running
  • All ages
A fast, flat 10K route that is almost all on tarmac and is one of the most beautiful 10Ks in the country. The kids races make the event even more exciting, especially as all finishers get a medal!
  • Sat 30 May
  • £9-£26
Yelverton, Devon

Burrator 10K and Kids Races

A fast, flat 10K route that is almost all on tarmac and is one of the most beautiful 10Ks in the country. The kids races make the event even more exciting, especially as all finishers get a medal!

  • 10K run
  • Fun run 2
  • Families
  • Trees not tees
  • Recycling
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Plastic bottle free
  • Rural
  • Sustainability policy
  • Plastic-free event
  • Age 3 & over
  • Sat 2 May
  • £8-£10
Budleigh Salterton, Devon

Jurassic Coast 10K & 2.5K Childrens Run | Fun Run

  • 2.5 km multi terrain running
  • Sun 3 May
  • £17-£19
Exeter, Devon

Exeter Live Better Marathon and Community 5 Mile | 5 Mile

  • 5 miles road running
  • Sun 3 May
  • £3
Saltash, Cornwall

Saltash Half Marathon and 5K+ and Fun Run | Fun Run

  • 1.8 miles road running
  • Fri 8 May
  • £3-£9
Torrington, Devon

Round the Tree

  • Fun run 2
  • Sat 9 May
  • £20-£60
Poole, Dorset

Seaside Scramble

  • 5 km track and field
  • Sun 17 May
  • £13-£16
Newton Abbot, Devon

The Lemon Run 5K & 10K | 5K

  • 5 km multi terrain running
  • Thu 21 May
  • £2
Weston-super-Mare, Somerset

The Dave Jones Prom Run Series - Race 9 | Junior 1 Mile

  • 1 mile road running
  • Sun 24 May
  • £5
Exeter, Devon

Bishop Fleming Great West Run | Moki Community Mile

  • 1 mile road running
  • Sat 30 May
  • £16
Saint Agnes, Cornwall

Trail Pursuit: Cornwall | Kids 1 Mile

  • 1 mile trail running
  • Sun 31 May
  • FREE
Plymouth, Devon

Muskie Madness | 1 Mile Kids Race

  • 1 mile multi terrain running

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