Explore Southampton and Portsmouth
Bordering the New Forest National Park, Southampton is the perfect base for outdoor excursions, whether you're taking a leisurely walk or picking up the pace on two wheels. From Portsmouth, direct access into the Solent makes it a haven for watersports, though there's plenty to do for those remaining on dry land. Discover runs, rides, swims, walks, triathlons, challenges and other outdoor activities in and around Southampton and Portsmouth below.
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- Sun 8 Mar
- £37.50-£39.50
Wight Riot
Enjoy stunning coastal views on this flexible-distance run at Milford on Sea, following an out-and-back route beside Sturt Pond and the Isle of Wight — perfect for all abilities.
- 7 hrs multi terrain running + 47 ft ascent
- Fri 19 Jun
- £50
Landrace South Downs Way
A series of fast-paced guided gravel rides from London, perfect for serious riders skilled at off-road cycling. Can you ride 100 miles and climb 3000m, off road, in a day?
- 162 km gravel riding + 3600 m ascent
- Sat 17 Oct
- £22
AJ Bell Junior & Mini Great South Run
Who said grown-ups should have all the fun? Take on the challenge, soak up the atmosphere and discover your superpower! This event is the perfect stage for young runners to shine.
- Fun run 2
- Sat 17 Oct
- £27-£30
AJ Bell Great South 5K
Kicking off the famous weekend of running on a route with beautiful views across the Solent, an incredible atmosphere, lovely fresh sea air and a fast and flat route with PB potential.
- 5 km road running
- Sun 18 Oct
- £51-£53
AJ Bell Great South Run
Probably the world’s favourite 10 mile running event with inspiring history, salty air and glorious sea views guaranteed! Local supporters will keep your spirits and motivation up the whole way.
- 10 miles road running
- Sun 25 Oct
- £37.50-£39.50
Wight Lines
Enjoy stunning coastal views on this flexible-distance run at Milford on Sea, following an out-and-back route beside Sturt Pond and the Isle of Wight — perfect for all abilities.
- 7 hrs trail running + 47 ft ascent
- Sat 7 - Sun 8 Feb
- £39.50
Portsmouth/Langstone Coastal Half Marathons
A fantastic winter half marathon weekend by the sea! Complete the new Langstone Harbour Half on Saturday &/or Portsmouth Coastal Half on Sunday for your awesome medals and much more!
- Half marathon 2
- Sun 8 Feb
- FREE-£42
Farnborough Winter Half Marathon
A Brisk 13.1 Miles at the Home of British Aviation
- Fun run
- Half marathon
- Sun 8 Feb
- £40
Farnborough Half
Join thousands of runners on at one of the South’s most exciting winter races - and make every step count for Rainbow Trust Children's Charity.
- 13.1 miles road running
- Sun 15 Feb
- £36-£41
Bramley 20/10 Road Races | 10 mile and 20 mile races
The Bramley 20/10 Road Races are organised by Reading Roadrunners starting at Bramley Primary School, Hampshire.
- Road run 2
- Sun 22 Feb
- £40-£62
BigMud Trails (EARTH)
For those of you who like your trail running Feats to be BIG, BigFeat Events give you the Classic Element Trail Series.
- Trail run
- Marathon
- 50K ultra run
- Sun 1 Mar
- £22.50
Run The Saints Series - St Davids Day
The 2026 Run the Saint's Series. It’s Back. 5k or 10k options for each event.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Sun 8 Mar
- £16
Southampton Common 10K
Join in for the Southampton Common 10K and kickstart the new year with an invigorating post-Christmas shakeout!
- 10 km road running
- Sun 8 Mar
- £25-£29
Solent Half Marathon
The Solent Half is the half marathon road race, from 2026 onwards it has been held in the Spring. The event has been going for over 30 years.
- 13.1 miles road running
- Tue 17 Mar
- £22.50
Run The Saints Series - St Patricks Day
The 2026 Run the Saint's Series. It’s Back. 5k or 10k options for each event.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Sat 21 Mar
- £52-£98
Winter's End - 50 Mile Ultra & Marathon
An exciting start to 2026 as the incredible Winter's End 50 Mile Ultramarathon and Marathon returns, and this year it is bigger and better than before, with the addition of a 2nd marathon course!!
- Marathon 2
- Ultra run
- Sun 29 Mar
- £30-£32
Fleet Half Marathon
The Fleet Half Marathon is organised and administered by Fleet & Crookham Athletic Club - a race organised by runners for runners!
- 13.1 miles road running
- Sat 11 Apr
- £22
Froyle 10K Trail Race and Kids Colour Dash
This is a family-friendly event. Why not join in for the fantastic children’s colour dash before heading out on the 10K? It’s an ideal way to warm up!
- 10 km trail running
- Sun 19 Apr
- £32-£40
Dell 10K & Half Marathon
The Dell 10km is back and joined by a Half Marathon from Dummer Down Farm in the beautiful Hampshire countryside.
- 10K run
- CaniCross
- Half marathon
- Thu 23 Apr
- £22.50
Run The Saints Series - St Georges Day
The 2026 Run the Saint's Series. It’s Back. 5k or 10k options for each event.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Sun 3 May
- £7-£55
ABP Southampton Marathon
Join thousands of people and take on The ABP Southampton Marathon in 2026.
- Marathon
- Half marathon
- 10K run
- Fun run
- 5K run
- Mon 4 May
- £38-£56
BigWayRound - Winchester
BigWayRound, the Award Winning, Gold-rated Trail Running Event is now live for 2026!
- Trail run 2
- Marathon
- 50K ultra run
- Tue 19 May
- £7.50-£24
Thruxton 10K Series Race 1 & Fun Run
Experience the thrill of running on the UK’s fastest race track, the iconic Thruxton Motor Racing Circuit! Closed roads and super safe for both the 10K and 3.8k Fun Run!
- 10K run
- Fun run
- Sun 14 Jun
- £32-£63
The Hampshire Hoppit
The pint-sized trail challenge with top reviews on scenic countryside routes with keepsake beer glass, real ale, medal, free photo, prizes, goodies and special Bridgedale socks offer!
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- 10K run
- Tue 23 Jun
- £7.50-£24
Thruxton 10K Series Race 2 & Fun Run
Experience the thrill of running on the UK’s fastest race track, the iconic Thruxton Motor Racing Circuit, over a fast-paced, flat and completely safe 10K distance on summer evenings.
- 10K run
- Fun run
- Sat 4 Jul
- £20
Round the Harbours Bike Ride
Sun, sea and saddles to stop MS! Round the Harbours Bike Ride gives you the choice of two scenic coastal routes around Havant, Southsea, Fareham and Gosport to enjoy at your own pace.
- Charity bike ride 2
- Tue 21 Jul
- £7.50-£24
Thruxton 10K Series Race 3 & Fun Run
Experience the thrill of running on the UK’s fastest race track, the iconic Thruxton Motor Racing Circuit! Closed roads and super safe for both the 10K and 3.8k Fun Run!
- 10K run
- Fun run
- Sun 13 Sep
- £10-£68
The Garmin New Forest Marathon
The Garmin New Forest Marathon 2026 returns to the familiar location of New Park Showground, Brockenhurst in the heart of the New Forest National Park.
- Fun run 2
- Short walk
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- + 1 more race
- Sun 4 Oct
- £25-£110
Clarendon Marathon
If you are looking for a marathon which is off road, picturesque and challenging then running the Clarendon is the ultimate.
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- Multi-terrain run
- Sun 4 Oct
- £10-£25
Pieces of Eight and Bayside 10K
More pirate adventues as the pirates set sail to find new routes and stunning coastal locations.
- Fun run
- Trail run
- 10K run
- Sun 4 Oct
- FREE-£38.40
Destination Basingstoke Phillips Law Half Marathon, 10K & 5K
Known for the friendly welcome, traffic free roads and scenic course, the Destination Basingstoke Phillips Law Half Marathon is a ‘must do’ race.
- Fun run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- 5K run
- Mon 30 Nov
- £22.50
Run The Saints Series - St Andrews Day
The 2026 Run the Saint's Series. It’s Back. 5k or 10k options for each event.
- 5K run
- 10K run