Trail Running calendar near Barnstaple 2026-2027

Choose between half marathon, marathon, or ultra distances in this self navigation event visiting historic trig points. Explore the trails of East Devon and the South West Coast Path solo or in pairs.

Choose your own distance in this flexible 7-hour Time Challenge at Dare Valley Country Park. Run laps on well-maintained paths and enjoy a themed medal, goody bag, and snacks at the finish. The event welcomes walkers and offers vegan option..

A multi terrain 10 mile race through Stover Country Park and Teigngrace, starting and finishing at Stover School on 4 October 2026. The event includes a 1 mile fun run and bespoke medals for all finishers.

This trail half marathon tackles the challenging hills and varied terrain of the Quantock Hills. The route includes forests, moorland, and technical trails, with two feed stations and a UTMB index. The event offers camping and a weekend atm..

Take on the Hairy Hands event along the flat Wray Valley Trail. This flexible run lets you choose your distance, from 5km to ultra, on a scenic riverside course. Complete just one lap to earn a finisher's medal.

Follow the South Hams Way through Devon on a scenic journey across Dartmoor and the coastal paths. Choose between a 100 mile circuit, a 44 mile run, or a marathon distance featuring estuaries and rolling countryside.

Experience a 55 km journey through the scenic Forest of Dean featuring technical trails and river views. This self navigation ultra marathon offers dedicated support and a separate category for Canicross runners.

The Scare Bear Run offers a spooky themed event at scenic Dare Valley Country Park. Choose from various distances or a flexible 7-hour Time Challenge. Finishers receive themed medals, goody bags, and refreshments including ice cream.

A trail event near Honiton on 18 October 2026 offering 10 km, 5 km and 3 km courses across muddy, hilly farmland with village hall race HQ, on site refreshments and route maps.

Keynsham Dandy is an off-road race on Sunday 18 October 2026 around Keynsham. The roughly 12.5 mile course starts at The New Inn and includes the revived Compton Dando route with a stream feature.

Experience the scenic trails around Roadford Lake with various distances including a 10K and Half Marathon. Runners and canicross participants enjoy chip timing, marked courses, and a custom finishers medal.

Tackle three ascents of Pen y Fan via six unique paths in this 32 km mountain challenge. Choose between a classic trail run or a weighted 16 kg bergan category in the Brecon Beacons.

Run a scenic 35.9 mile ultra marathon through the historic hillforts of West Dorset. Enjoy coastal views and well stocked cake stops on this challenging 1,300m ascent course starting from Maiden Newton.

Experience a scenic road marathon through the heart of East Cornwall. Starting in Pensilva, this chip timed event takes runners past iconic landmarks like Golitha Falls and the Jamaica Inn.

Experience an epic journey along the South West Coast Path with five distances ranging from 38 km to 110 miles. Run through Exmoor National Park and discover the highest sea cliffs in England on this coastal adventure.

Coastal trail runs on the Gower Peninsula, Britain's first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Choose from four distances along cliff tops, woodland, and famous beaches. The event features flexible booking and is part of a season-long trail..

Experience the beauty of the Brecon Beacons in November with three distances ranging from a half marathon to a 49 mile ultra. All races start and finish in Talybont on Usk across mixed mountain, trail, and canal terrain.

Explore the forest trails of Margam Park with a choice of three distances: 5 km, 10 km, or a half marathon. The fully marked routes include checkpoints, and your entry covers parking, timing, and a finisher's medal. A mandatory kit list ens..

Run the scenic Camel Trail in Padstow at the Lobster Lollop, with distances from 2.5 km to 10 miles and Canicross options. Family friendly event supports the National Lobster Hatchery and offers medals, photos and personalised bibs.

Off road 5 km and 10 km races around the Bath Skyline in November, with night and day options, a kids 500 m and a canicross wave. Mixed trails, muddy sections and marked routes with a large two sided medal for finishers.