Trail Running calendar near Bideford 2025-2026

Take on the VOGUM 40 mile ultra along the Wales Coast Path on 6 June 2026, enjoying beaches, cliffs and coastal castle views from Porthcawl to Penarth. Fully staffed checkpoints and no time limit make this a stunning and supported adventure..

Run the Brecon Beacons at Midnight Mountain Marathon on June 6, 2026, starting in daylight and finishing under the stars, so some may need a torch. Take part in Marathon, Half Marathon or Bergen pack races and earn a medal and a mug of tea.

Tackle 32 miles of rugged Dartmoor roads in the Dartmoor Discovery Ultra, a single lap with tough climbs and sweeping moorland views around Princetown. Club run atmosphere with a finisher tee, medal and lively after party.

Coastal loop at Mount Edgcumbe on 13 June 2026 with 10.5 km laps for 10K, half and full marathon plus canicross and kids races. Camping on site and a short Cremyll ferry links to Plymouth.

Gecko Gathering at Siblyback Lake is a flat scenic lakeside trail festival with distances from a fun run to an 8 hour Siblython, medals for all and awards for top finishers. Camping, a cafe and buggy friendly routes create a relaxed festiva..

Run the iconic Cheddar Gorge from 1 km to marathon, or try the Omnium combining sprint, climb and middle distance challenges. Wave starts, waymarked scenic but rocky courses, food stations and medals for 6 km and above.

Tackle the dramatic Jurassic Coast World Heritage cliffs on self navigated courses from 33 km to a 105 mile epic, with live GPS tracking to keep you on course. Pick a coastal challenge with ITRA UTMB index points and well stocked aid statio..

Explore Exmoor with a weekend of running and walking at the Pinkery Centre in June 2026, from family strolls to 30 mile challenges. Enjoy social evenings, guest speakers and films while taking in stunning National Park trails.

Take on the Burrator Horseshoe, a scenic 10 km fell race across Dartmoor with about 315 m of climb at Meavy Village Green. Rugged terrain, junior races and club prizes make it ideal for competitive and social runners.

Run an evening 10K along the flat, traffic free banks of the River Exe in Exeter. Scenic, fast course with a finishers medal and longer distance options, ideal as a summer tune up for autumn marathons.

Tackle the Boscastle Scramble, a self navigated trail marathon along the dramatic North Cornwall coast from Rock to the fishing village of Boscastle. Enjoy sweeping coastal views, live GPS tracking and a finisher medal as part of the Saints..

Run Lundy Island's wild 13.5 mile trail visiting all four corners, from technical eastern coasts to undulating western clifftops. Chartered ferry places are limited so book early and every finisher gets a medal.

Run the PIGUM 30 mile ultra around Abergavenny, summiting Sugar Loaf and tackling over 5,400 ft of ascent on scenic trails. With three fully manned checkpoints, generous support and no time limit, it is a bold, well looked after challenge.

Enjoy a summer sunset run along the stunning Perranporth and Crantock coast with a choice of a half marathon or long 10. Timed via app, the event supports Cornwall Air Ambulance, awards medals to finishers, and offers free race photos.

Enjoy the Otter Rail and River Run: a scenic off road 10 km through Otter Valley along the river, woods and old railway, plus a fun 1 mile run for all ages. Community event with finishers prizes and Otter Brewery beer.

Explore the Gower Peninsula on 18 and 19 July 2026 from Penrice Castle basecamp, following a figure of eight route across beaches, limestone cliffs, moors and woodland. Choose a continuous 100 km, a two day 100 km or shorter loops.

Take on coastal trails at Merthyr Mawr Warren National Nature Reserve on 18 July 2026 with 12K, 40K and family races like Bunny and Toddler Dash. Expect sand dune descents, river crossings and dramatic cliffside views for a true Welsh trail..

Run 30, 50 or 100 miles along the stunning Wales Coast Path, finishing at the Norwegian Church in Cardiff Bay. Expect coastal trails, beaches and dunes with live GPS tracking and staffed checkpoints for a true seaside ultrarun.

Run the stunning South West Coast Path between Padstow and Harlyn Beach at Gecko Gathering Harlyn 2026, with 10.5 km and half marathon options for all abilities. Expect coastal views, medals for every finisher and free race photos.

Take on the Selworthy Beacon Fell Race on Sun 19 Jul 2026, a punchy 6.2 km with 305 m of climb from Bossington National Trust car park. Pre entry or day entry available for a classic short fell test with stunning coastal views.