Trail Running calendar near Chagford 2025-2026

Trail festival in Offwell near Honiton on the first May bank holiday, headlined by a 68 mile round with 38, 31 and 15 mile options across AONBs and the Jurassic Coast. Camping, communal meals and a Sunday mini round create a friendly vibe.

Run Exmoor's rugged coast and moorland at Maverick Exmoor X Trail in Lynton on 2 May 2026. Choose from five routes from 5 km to 56 km, enjoy fully marked, timed trails, a finishers medal and stunning Valley of Rocks views.

Join the Boconnoc 5 Mile on Wednesday 6 May 2026 at Boconnoc Estate, a pleasant evening race through estate roads, woodland trails and unmade paths. Hosted by East Cornwall Harriers, it’s a scenic midweek challenge for all abilities.

Take on the Sid Valley Ring for a scenic coastal challenge across lanes, footpaths and cliffs with sweeping Lyme Bay views. Choose half or third marathon, expect muddy hills and enjoy trails while helping support local maintenance.

Run a scenic point to point 50 mile ultramarathon from Taunton to Minehead, flat early then coastal and undulating through marshes, beaches and the Quantocks. Well supported but cupless so bring a bottle or cup.

Tackle a rugged 50 miles ultra across West Somerset coast, moorland and woodland with dramatic climbs and the tiny Culbone church. Six aid stations, GPX route and medical cover support a 16 hour cutoff for experienced runners.

The Westcountry Ultra 100 Miler on 9 to 10 May 2026 takes runners along scenic canal, river and coastal trails in Somerset on a challenging 100 mile route with about 9,500 ft of climbing. With a 32 hour cut off, cupless aid and pacers allow..

Experience rugged Exmoor trails from Martinhoe with 10K, half, marathon and ultra routes across moorland, cliffs, woods and river crossings. Fully marked course, timing and finishers medal make it a scenic challenge for all abilities.

Run a scenic 20 km coastal trail from Portreath to Perranporth supporting Man Down Cornwall, with a medal for every finisher and free race photography. Timed event with canicross option plus optional shuttle back and race t shirt for a fee.

Run through the Dorset landscape that inspired Thomas Hardy with a challenging trail half marathon or a 5 mile option. Start and finish at Dorchester Rugby Club with on route entertainment and an event village raising funds for local causes..

Run or walk the iconic Jurassic Coast in Dorset on 16 and 17 May 2026, from Corfe Castle to Bridport via Lulworth Cove, Durdle Door and Chesil Beach. Distances from 10 km to 100 km, with single day or two day options and Weymouth camping.

On 16 May 2026 Race The Tide offers three scenic trail races across the private Flete Estate and South Devon coastline, including a beach and Burgh Island causeway crossing. Expect fully marked, timed courses and a bespoke finisher medal.

Take on the True Grit Trail Marathon, a 26.2 mile mixed terrain challenge through Bedford Park and the Celtic Trail near Bridgend on 16 May 2026. Expect steep climbs, technical underfoot sections, five feed points, a finisher medal and just..

Run scenic, fully off road trails around Roadford Lake with options from 1K kids up to a half marathon, plus canicross and family distances. Enjoy a festival weekend of open water swims and triathlon events, medals, snacks and a friendly vi..

Marilyn's Meldon Madness on 16 May 2026 invites runners to a spirited fell challenge at Meldon Reservoir near Okehampton, with a testing 415 m climb and sweeping moorland views. Pre entry is required and places are limited.

Run coast to coast across Cornwall from Portreath to Devoran Quay on a scenic 11.5 mile waymarked trail following historic transport routes. Canicross welcome, with a checkpoint, relaxed timings and a finisher medal.

Take on the Rocky at 50 Run Wales, a relaxed 7 hour time challenge at scenic Dare Valley Country Park where you pick your distance from a 3 km minimum up to 50 km. Finishers earn themed medals and enjoy tasty aid station treats.

Tackle the Classic Quarter 44 mile ultra along the stunning south Cornish coast from Lizard Point to Land's End on 6 June 2026. Expect rugged trail, steep climbs and coastal exposure in a challenging yet scenic test of endurance.

Tsunami Ocean Trails brings rugged clifftop running along the North Devon and Cornish coastline with Ultra, Marathon and 16 mile options. Expect steep climbs, dramatic sea views, marshalled aid stations and a bespoke finisher medal.

Run 40 mile along the Wales Coast Path from Porthcawl to Penarth, enjoying golden beaches, cliffs, Ogmore Castle and stepping stones. Staffed checkpoints, medals and no time limit make this a relaxed coastal challenge.