Trail Running calendar near Bolventor 2026-2027

Explore the Gower Peninsula Ultra Challenge from basecamp at Penrice Castle, with scenic trails across beaches, cliffs, moors and woods. Distances from 10 km to 100 km, weekend camping, support stops and finisher goodies.

Run scenic coastal trails at Merthyr Mawr Estate, over sand dunes including the famous Big Dipper and along the Glamorgan Heritage Coast. Choose from 12K, 40K or family Bunny races for a sandy seaside challenge for all abilities.

Join Gecko Gathering at Harlyn Beach on 19 July 2026 for scenic coastal routes between Harlyn and Padstow, with 10.5 km and half marathon options. Enjoy personalised bibs, medals, free photos and support Padstow Rowing Club.

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.

Join the Tywardreath Trotter at the village summer fete for a 1 mile fun run or a scenic but challenging 7 mile mixed terrain race from the New Inn. Enjoy village lanes, countryside views and support local charities.

Tackle the South West Coast 50, a scenic 50 km coastal and Exmoor loop from Dunster with a festival style basecamp by Dunster Castle. Choose 10 km, 25 km or the full 50 km and enjoy on route support, food and camping.

Take on The Dartmoor Crossing 33.5 miles across wild moorland and steep summits, or choose The Great Escape 15.5 miles through the Erme Valley to Ivybridge. Fully marked and marshalled courses with aid stations and a bespoke finisher medal.

Join the Totnes 10K on Sunday 2 August 2026 for a scenic off road run alongside the River Dart, starting and finishing in Borough Park. Expect a fun 1 mile family run, bespoke medals and a lively village atmosphere.

Tackle the Sticklepath Horseshoe a 15.5 km fell race over rugged moorland with 519 m climb. Pre entry is limited so book early. Bring map compass and solid navigation skills as this event is not suitable for beginners.

Join the Gt. Links Tor Flyer on Dartmoor for a challenging 7.5 km fell race with 388 m of climb, finishing at the Fox & Hounds in Lydford. Open to seniors and juniors with pre and on the day entry.

Join Gecko Gathering at Scorrier House on 23 August 2026 for scenic trail and field routes from 2.5 km up to a half marathon and a 5 hour endurance challenge. Expect medals, a lively event village with music, food and family fun.

Take a scenic single lap around Wimbleball Lake on varied off road trails with a short tarmac crossing, choosing 5K or 10K. Part of the Wimbleball sports festival with canicross entries, chip timing and finisher medals.

Enjoy an early evening trail run across the picturesque Newnham estate near Plymouth with 4 and 8 mile options. Canicross runners are welcome and proceeds support the work of Bowel Cancer West.

Steam Challenge on Sunday 30 August 2026 is a timed out and back race along an old train line near Bridestowe with a seven hour limit and medals for finishers. Enjoy undulating off road and paved terrain.

Dartmoor In A Day on 5 September 2026 offers a 50 km ultra or 30 km challenge across wild Dartmoor with dramatic tors, river crossings and sea views. Expect remote off road terrain, marshaled support and a festival finish at Ivybridge.

Celebrate the 40th Haytor Heller on Saturday 5 September 2026, a thrilling 6 mile off road moorland race that starts below Haytor Rock. Expect rugged terrain, steep climbs, a stream crossing and a fast downhill finish to a festive HQ.

Take on the Saints Way Challenge & Ricochet in Looe on 5 September 2026, choosing 28 or 56 mile ultras along Cornwall's scenic Saints Way trail. Expect stocked feed stations, live GPS tracking and finisher medals, with a mandatory kit list.

Join the 10th anniversary Dartmoor Volcano Race, a rugged 10.5 mile trail across rocky, boggy high moorland and a volcano summit. Expect technical terrain, big views and a bespoke finisher medal.

Join Barney to Beach on 13 Sept 2026 for a scenic 8 mile run from Barnstaple to Crow Point along the Tarka Trail, with a 1 mile kids fun run. Finish festival with live music, medals and family fun supporting Families in Grief.

Salmon Run on 19 September 2026 is a scenic community run from Exmouth to Dulverton offering a 43 mile ultra or relay sections for teams. Celebrate river conservation with music, local activities and a medal for all finishers.