Trail Running calendar near Brixham 2026-2027

Test your endurance with this 12 hour Backyard Ultra format race featuring a 4.167 mile loop through the Purbecks. Run as an individual or in a team while enjoying the scenic Jurassic Coast and a lively event village.

A trail running event using a heritage steam train between Minehead and Bishops Lydeard, offering 11 km, 11 mile and marathon options. Routes include the Quantock Hills ridgeline and sections of the Steam Coast Trail and England Coast Path.

Three coastal trail races of 32.5, 18.5 and 10 miles follow the Wales Coast Path along the Vale of Glamorgan, with waymarked routes, staffed checkpoints, and coach transport for the linear course finishing at Ogmore-by-Sea.

A vertical ascent race in Cornwall that covers 1000 m of climb over two laps and about 15 miles of inland hills and coastal path. All finishers receive a cowbell medal and prizes are offered by Run 4 Adventure.

A chip timed trail run along the South West Coast Path covering 22 miles with about 4,000 feet of ascent. Solo, relay and a Sidmouth to Seaton half course are offered, with checkpoints, baggage transfer and optional coach transport.

A 15 miles fell race on the Mendips with over 2,000 feet of climbing and a fully marked Category B course. The route starts on Warrens Hill and finishes at Fairlands School where tea and cake are provided.

A multi distance event along the Two Moors Way across Devon, featuring a 112 mile non stop coast to coast ultra plus 75 km, 100 km and marathon stages. Participants navigate the waymarked route with live GPS tracking and checkpoint support.

A guided countryside run from Bovey Tracey to Lustleigh and back, about 10.5 miles with roughly 2000 ft of ascent. The route follows paths and lanes via Shaptor Down and Gladstone Rock; trail shoes and a waterproof are recommended.

Experience the rugged beauty of the South West Coast Path in South Devon with three distance options. Runners follow a hilly multi-terrain course from Kingswear or Babbacombe to a scenic finish at Shaldon.

Self-navigation 50 km and 50 mile ultramarathons through the Mendip Hills on 25 April 2026, starting at Mendip Activity Centre. Mostly off-road routes, UTMB qualifying and tracked for timing and safety.

A 37 miles coast to coast ultra from Boscastle to Looe on 25 April 2026, crossing Bodmin Moor and supporting the East Cornwall Search & Rescue Team. The event features live GPS tracking, four checkpoints, on-course photography and medal..

A multi terrain 7 mile race with a 4 km option and a 1 km fun run, starting and finishing at Kilmington Cricket Ground. The undulating course uses road, woodland and fields, offers onsite refreshments and prizes, and supports Devon Air Ambu..

A LDWA members only walking event around Leusdon with three approximately 10-mile loops offering 10, 20 or 31 mile choices, varied terrain and local landmarks such as Hembury Castle and Sharp Tor.

Experience a diverse range of multi terrain races including a full marathon half marathon and 10K. This festival offers distances for all levels plus dog friendly runs and a vibrant colour fun run.

Experience a trail running festival through the Jurassic Coast and East Devon countryside. Choose from multiple ultra and trail distances featuring significant elevation and scenery across a World Heritage Site.

A Silver Ticket backyard ultra at Grove Farm Estate on 1 May 2026 where competitors run repeated 4.167 mile loops each hour until one runner remains. Entry includes on-site camping for the runner and two crew.

Experience the dramatic coastline and steep moorland of Exmoor National Park across five trail distances. Run past towering cliffs and through the Valley of Rocks on technical terrain starting from Lynton.

Trail run through bluebell woods near Manswood, Wimborne offering Half Marathon, 10K and 5K distances. The event provides way-marked routes, aid stations, finisher medals and on-site facilities.

Experience a challenging 12 mile off road run through the private Clovelly Estate. This scenic course features ancient woodlands, coastal cliffs, and a final climb up Clovelly's famous cobbled street to support the RNLI.

A 5 mile mixed surface race on 6 May 2026 around Boconnoc Estate near Lostwithiel, Cornwall, organised by East Cornwall Harriers as part of the Cornwall Multi Terrain Race Series, with online entry, a minimum age of 18 and set fees.