Trail Running calendar near Barnstaple 2026-2027

Tackle 27 km of scenic Sidmouth trails as you navigate four trig points in order, choosing your own route between them. This challenging loop finishes at The Watersports Hub and raises funds for Cardiac Risk in the Young.

Take on the Wray Valley Trail in Bovey Tracey with Phoenix Running Devon The Launch. Scenic 5.3 km laps along the River Bovey, flexible start times and a keepsake memento for every finisher. Limited to 50 runners, so book early.

Run under the stars on 14 February from South Brent across Dartmoor, with 5 mile and 9 mile options for trail lovers. Expect riverside climbs, open moorland and muddy sections for a wild and memorable evening under the stars.

Take on a scenic 40 km mixed terrain route starting and finishing in Fowey on 14 February 2026, blending inland trails, moorland views and coastal paths. With feed stations, live GPS tracking, finisher medals and pro photos, this is a memor..

Take on the rolling countryside at Dalwood 3 Hills on 15 February 2026, with 10 mile, 5 km and 3 km trail routes featuring hills, mud and river crossings. Friendly village HQ and rustic parking promise a proper off road winter challenge.

Take on the Dartmoor Winter Traverse, a fully supported winter challenge across remote moorland with 50 km ultra and 30 km options. Guided navigation, GPS trackers and first aid keep you safe as you cross dramatic moors to finish at Meldon.

Run through Bath's iconic Two Tunnels on scenic tarmac and trail routes, with distances from 500 m up to 50 km plus relay options. Start and finish at Brickfields Park and £1 per runner supports Sustrans maintenance.

Take on the Sorbrook Slog on 22 February 2026, a lively 7 mile multi terrain race through footpaths, fields and gullies around Sorbrook and Sluvad in Cwmbran. Enjoy marshals on course, post race tea and cake and a finishers goodie bag.

Pair up for a winter challenge across Dartmoor's Eastern Tors, starting from the Rugglestone Inn in Widecombe. This demanding 11 miles route with 830 meters of climb needs teams, required kit and pre entry for a small, limited field.

Join a weekend fell and trail running retreat in the Black Mountains, Wales from 27 Feb to 1 Mar 2026 at Dinas Castle Inn. Guided runs on the Dragons Back ridge, skills coaching and bunkhouse accommodation make for an inspiring weekend for..

Run the Hameldown Hammer across Dartmoor at Widecombe in the Moor on 28 Feb 2026, from an inaugural ultra to an 8 mile or half marathon option. Expect rugged trails, big climbs, bespoke medals, and a cupless policy.

Run a scenic 70k along the Taff Trail from the Brecon Beacons to Nantgarw, passing reservoirs, waterfalls and historic sites. The event includes coach transfer to the start, checkpoints, timing and a finisher medal.

Tackle a rugged 75 km mountain ultramarathon from Brecon to Cardiff, summiting Pen y Fan, Cribyn and Fan y Big over wild ridges and forests. A 26.2 mile Taff Xtreme option covers the second half; both are unmarked and GPS navigated.

Join the Weymouth Bay 10K on 1 March 2026 for a flat, fast coastal run starting and finishing at the Riviera Hotel in Bowleaze Cove. Enjoy seaside views, a bespoke medal, spot prizes and the chance to support Margaret Green Animal Rescue.

Celebrate St David's Day with the Dragon Run at Dare Valley Country Park on 1 March 2026, choose from 3 km to ultra distances or tackle a flexible 7 hour time challenge. Enjoy scenic footpaths, aid stations, medals and vegan goody bags.

Push your limits at Haldon Horror on 1 March 2026 in Haldon Forest Park with 3 hour, 6 hour or 12 hour formats on 5 mile laps and canicross options. Medals, live GPS tracking and free photos await, just bring a headtorch.

Run the coast in Exmouth with 5km and 10km routes along seafront, coastal paths, sandy beach and marina. Enjoy mixed terrain, seaside views and support the Sideshore Project with charity entries and donations.

Tackle the Winter Green Man Ultra on Bristol's Community Forest Path with 45 mile or 30 mile options across rolling winter trails run anti clockwise. Self navigated with checkpoints and friendly support for a proper winter trail test.

Enjoy scenic trail running at Cardinham Woods with 2.5 km, 5 km and 10 km options on 7 March 2026. Canicross friendly, all finishers get a medal, personalised bibs and free race photos make for a fun, pet friendly day out.

Join the Polruan Shuffle on 14 March 2026, a scenic 12 mile coastal point to point from East Looe to Polruan along Cornwall's cliffs. Expect hills, steps, a feed at Talland Bay, live GPS tracking and finisher medals.