Trail Running calendar near Barnstaple 2026-2027

Run the Saints & Smugglers 100 Mile Challenge Part Deux in Looe, Cornwall on 26 and 27 September 2026, a scenic coast to coast route with 39 hours to finish. Expect 18,000 ft of climbing, two ferry crossings and live GPS tracking.

Choose 23, 34 or 50 mile routes that trace beaches, bays and cliffs around the Gower peninsula in this stunning Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Enjoy checkpoints, GPS tracking, finisher's medal and post race food.

Enjoy scenic off road runs or walks around Fleet Lagoon in Dorset, with 10k, half marathon, marathon, a new four person marathon relay and a canicross category. Trails are waymarked and the event raises funds for local charities.

Run through scenic Margam Country Park with castle views in this chip timed trail event offering 5K and 10K options. Fully marked courses, water stations, finisher medal and award ceremony make it perfect for racers and fun runners alike.

Run through ancient woodland in the Forest of Dean at the Autumn Half Marathon starting and finishing at Speech House. This scenic 13 mile trail on well marked tracks supports local charities and awards a medal to every finisher.

Take on Dartmoor's moorland on 2 to 3 October 2026 with a 100 mile Full Circle or a 51 mile Granite race. Rugged trails, night sections and staffed checkpoints with hot food guide you to a finish in Okehampton.

Two supported Dartmoor trail ultras in October 2026: Full Circle 100 is about 100 miles around the moor; Granite 50 covers the eastern 50 miles. Expect moorland, woodland and riverside trails, checkpoints and solid on course support.

Take on the Salt Settlers Six Hour Race in Budleigh Salterton, completing as many scenic 4.4 km loops as you can around the Lower Otter valley. Open to runners and walkers with solo or pairs entries and on site aid, cafe and showers.

Run the scenic East Devon 8 Trigs with half, marathon or 53 km ultra options across coastal cliffs and Woodbury Common, navigating to trigpoints along the way. Event base at Budleigh Salterton Cricket Club offers parking, a cafe, bar and ho..

Sibelco Templer Ten on 4 Oct 2026 at Stover School is a scenic 10 mile multi terrain run about 90 percent off road through Stover Country Park. Entries are capped at 325 and often sell out, with medals for all finishers.

Run a scenic and rugged half marathon through the Quantock Hills, featuring rolling climbs, forest trails and open moorland. Enjoy on course support, a finishers medal and a festival vibe with camping, pizza and nearby pubs.

Explore Devon's stunning coast and Dartmoor with the South Hams Ultra this October 2026, offering 100 mile, 44 mile and marathon trail options. Expect tidal and ferry crossings, rugged terrain and big views for runners seeking a true advent..

Tackle 55 km through the Forest of Dean, from ridges and dense woodland to the River Wye and Symonds Yat viewpoint. Technical single track and riverside sections offer scenic challenge and there is a canicross category.

Run muddy, multi terrain trails across rolling Stockland countryside with river crossings and hills, choosing 3 km, 5 km or 10 km distances. Village hall hub offers parking, cake and limited on the day entries.

Town and Country Harriers is a friendly Bristol based off road club that meets most Thursdays, usually starting and finishing at a local pub. Trails range from city paths to the Mendips and Cotswolds and all who can run 4 to 5 miles are wel..

Devon Trail Races at Roadford Lake offer scenic but testing trails with 10K and half marathon routes plus canicross entries. Enjoy marshalled courses, a quirky bottle opener finisher medal and a fun post race atmosphere.

Tackle the Dorset Hillfort Ultra, a scenic 35.9 mile off road route linking ancient hillforts and coastal viewpoints across Dorset. Expect rugged turf and tracks, plentiful aid stations and stunning views over Lyme Bay and Portland Bill.

The Cornish Marathon takes runners on a scenic circular route from Pensilva through Bodmin Moor and the Fowey Valley, finishing at the Millenium Centre. Expect about 2200 ft of climbing, a warm community vibe, and support for local charitie..

Run the dramatic North Coast 110 and Exmoor Coast Ultra along the South West Coast Path on 7 and 8 November 2026, with distances up to 110 miles and GPS tracking provided. Self navigated routes showcase cliffs, estuaries and classic North D..

On 7 November 2026 explore the stunning Gower peninsula from Oxwich Bay on scenic trail courses that hug cliff tops, dunes, woods and beaches. Choose from 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon or Ultra and enjoy a friendly vibe with finish medals.