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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- 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
- Sun 15 Nov
- £8-£35
Southampton MoRun
MoRunning brings everyday people together with the focus being to inspire you, your family, your kids and your friends to have the best time running! Get ready, Southampton!
- Fun run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sat 14 Mar
- £10-£49
The Maverick Hampshire Trail | Long Route
Maverick Race is heading to the beautiful South Downs National Park to explore the trails surrounding Winchester.
- 24 km trail running + 410 m ascent
- Sat 14 Mar
- £10-£25
The Maverick Hampshire Trail | Short Route
Maverick Race is heading to the beautiful South Downs National Park to explore the trails surrounding Winchester.
- 5 km trail running + 125 m ascent
- Sat 14 Mar
- £10-£39
The Maverick Hampshire Trail | Middle Route
Maverick Race is heading to the beautiful South Downs National Park to explore the trails surrounding Winchester.
- 16 km trail running + 298 m ascent
- 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
- Thu 26 Mar
- £6-£10
The Portsmouth Ghost Walk: Spice Island
It is 1813… Spice Island is a place of sin, a place of degradation, every sin know to man, women and dog is available for a price...
- 1.5 hrs walking
- Fri 27 Mar
- £7.50-£15
Ghost Stories from The Brickworks
You are invited inside the dark corridors of the Brickworks at Bursledon.
- 1.5 hrs walking
- 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
- Sun 29 Mar
- £24-£26
Combe Gibbet to Overton
16 Miles of Hampshire Countryside Finishing in Overton
- 16 miles multi terrain running
- Thu 9 Apr
- £6-£10
The Winchester Ghost Walk
It is 1813… and as the ancient capital of England the historic streets of Winchester are heavy with myth and legend.
- 1.5 hrs walking
- 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 12 Apr
- FREE-£50
The New Forest Classic - Sunday
UK Cycling Events are back in the New Forest for Day 2 of the New Forest Classic.
- Sportive
- Short sportive
- Medium sportive
- Long sportive
- 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
- Sat 30 May
- £55
Garmin Ride Out
Ride alongside your cycling heroes, including Garmin-sponsored pro teams, and other pros to be announced soon, on the long-awaited return of the Garmin RIDEOUT.
- 55 miles road cycling
- Sat 6 Jun
- £40-£50
New Forest 100 Sportive
Ride Through the Heart of the New Forest – A Cycling Experience Like No Other
- Short sportive
- Medium sportive
- Long sportive
- 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 27 Jun
- £27.50-£45
Gravel Rush, Winchester
Get ready for an adventure in the stunning South Downs National Park, with the single-loop, mixed-surface, off-road run! Choose between half marathon and 10km race options.
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sat 4 Jul
- £60-£75
South Downs 100
The South Downs Way: 100 miles or 100km
- Gravel events 2
- 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
- Sun 5 Jul
- £16-£28
Lordshill 10K Road Race
Come and join in early July when the days are long, for the friendly and fast 10K road race!
- 10 km road running
- Sun 12 Jul
- £45-£75
Winchester Pedal Paddle Pace
Three stages, one epic finish! 20K cycle, 1.5K kayak, 5K run in the beautiful Winchester surroundings.
- 20 km road cycling
- 1.5 km kayaking
- 5 km road running
- 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
- Sat 8 Aug
- £23-£33
Brutal - Bordon
A double looped race which is a favourite for the mud feasters out there.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Fri 11 - Sun 13 Sep
- £55-£75
Trailwalker
Are you Trailwalker strong? As a team of four, trek 100km non-stop across the South Downs in under 30 hours.
- 100 km trekking
- 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
- Sat 19 Sep
- £16-£20
Dash in the Dark Southampton
On your mark, get set, GLOW!
- 5 km road running
- Fri 25 Sep
- £70
Quadrant Sportive
Quadrant Sportive 2026 returns for another exciting year of cycling, networking and fundraising in support of ReachOut.
- Gravel events 3
- Medium sportive
- Long sportive
- 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