Trail Running calendar near Brixham 2025-2026

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.

Join a guided 30 mile trail run around the Isle of Purbeck, tackling very hilly coastal paths and 1400 m of ascent through iconic spots like Corfe Castle and Old Harry Rocks. This non competitive group run is scenic, challenging and social.

Join Dartmoor In A Day Saturday 5 September 2026, a supported across Dartmoor challenge with 50 km and 30 km routes open to runners and walkers. Enjoy wild moorland, river crossings and stunning views with checkpoints, GPS trackers and moun..

Celebrate the 40th Haytor Heller on Dartmoor, a challenging 6 mile off road loop from Haytor Rock. Expect steep climbs, fast descents, woodland stretches and a stream crossing for a classic moorland race.

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.

The Beast is a challenging trail race of around 13 miles through Corfe Castle Common, with undulating terrain and stunning coastal path views toward Worth Matravers. Enjoy water stations on course and a unique finisher t shirt.

Test your legs on the Dartmoor Volcano Race, a scenic 10.5 mile trail that climbs to Ryder's Hill and winds past the Red Lake Volcano. Rugged moorland, river crossings and sweeping views make this a bold and memorable challenge.

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.

Tackle the Saints & Smugglers 100 Mile Challenge Part Deux in Looe, Cornwall on 26 to 27 September 2026, a coastal 100 mile route with about 18,000 ft of climbing and a 39 hour cutoff. Supported with GPS tracking, ferry crossings and checkp..

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 wild Dartmoor in early October with the Dartmoor Way from Okehampton, choose the challenging 100 mile Full Circle or the rugged 51 mile Granite 50. Waymarked and fully supported, routes across moorland promise epic scenery.

Run the Dartmoor Way in October 2026 with two linked supported ultras: Full Circle 100 around the moor and Granite 50 on the eastern leg. Tough moorland, scenic trails and staffed checkpoints make it a fully supported adventure.

Run to the Sea Bournemouth is a scenic 50 km point to point ultramarathon that threads forest trails and coastal paths to a seafront finish at Hengistbury Head. Enjoy a fully signed route, regular feed stations and a bespoke medal on 3 Oct..

Push your limits on the Salt Settlers Six Hour Race, a scenic 4.4 km loop in the Lower Otter valley from Budleigh Salterton Cricket Club. Run or walk solo or in pairs across six hours and enjoy cafe, showers and a commemorative memento.

Put your navigation skills to the test at East Devon 8 Trigs, a self navigated trail from Budleigh Salterton with 21 km, 42 km and 53 km routes along the South West Coast Path and Woodbury Common. Solo or two person teams, GPS tracking and..

Run a scenic multi terrain 10 mile course through Stover Country Park and Teigngrace, mostly off road, at Stover School, Newton Abbot on Sunday 4 October 2026. Limited to 325 entries and includes a 1 mile fun run and bespoke finisher medals..

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.

Take on Devon coast and moorland at the South Hams Ultra on 10 and 11 October 2026, with 100 mile, 44 mile and marathon routes finishing at Mothecombe. Scenic but tough trails, tidal crossings and full race support await.

Run the dramatic Jurassic Coast around the Isle of Purbeck with cliff top ridges, steep climbs and technical trails. Choose from 6, 12 or 24 km routes, with the Half Marathon passing Old Harry's Rocks for unforgettable coastal views.

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.