Trail Running calendar near Chagford 2025-2026

Run a scenic 50 km loop from Dunster along the South West Coast Path across Exmoor with about 1600 m climb, or choose shorter loops and a family 10K around Dunster Castle. Camping and robust on course support make this a top summer ultra.

Run or walk as far as you like in the 7 hour Ooops I Ran It Again event at scenic Dare Valley Country Park, from 3 km to ultra distances. Finishers earn themed medals and distance pins, with aid stations, vegan snacks and free parking, and..

Choose the 33.5 mile Crossing or the 15.5 mile Great Escape and run across wild Dartmoor with moorland summits and valley descents. Finish at Ivybridge Rugby Club and earn a bespoke medal, with event tees available to buy.

Enjoy the Totnes 10K along mostly off road riverside trails beside the River Dart, starting and finishing in Borough Park with a lively race hub and bespoke finisher medal. Limited places and proceeds support Totnes Caring.

Tackle the Mendip Marauder on 8 August 2026, a rugged trail challenge offering 30 mile and 50 mile routes across woodlands, hilltops and classic Mendip landmarks. Both distances finish on Uphill Sands Beach in Weston Super Mare for a glorio..

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 Crook Peak Cake Race in Axbridge on Wed 19 Aug 2026 for a spirited 3 mile fell challenge across stunning Somerset hills, finishing with cake and community cheer. On the day entry available for runners aged 14 and up.

Discover the Summer MTC Green Man Ultra around Bristol's Community Forest Path with 45 and 30 mile clockwise routes finishing at Ashton Park School. With festival style checkpoints, a bespoke Green Man medal and a challenging scenic route.

Gecko Gathering at Scorrier House in Cornwall on 23 August 2026 offers runs from 2.5 km to a half marathon plus a five hour Scorriergeddon endurance challenge. Enjoy a lively race village with music, food, medals and free photos.

Enjoy scenic trail laps around Wimbleball Lake on off road routes with water views and a friendly festival atmosphere. Choose 5K or 10K courses with run and canicross options, finisher medals and pro timing.

Take on scenic trails at Newnham Park near Plymouth on 28 August 2026 with 4 and 8 mile routes, plus canicross categories for runners with dogs. Enjoy a friendly race day atmosphere while supporting Bowel Cancer West.

Take on the Black Cattle Ultra on Saturday 29 August 2026, a scenic trail running from the Black Mountains into Cardiff, finishing near Castell Coch. Choose between 71K or 53K routes through mountains, wooded vales and villages.

Take on the Steam Challenge in Bridestowe on 30 August 2026 for a scenic out and back on an old rail line, run or walk 5.3 km laps and complete as many as you can within the event time limits. Places are limited to 70 entrants and medals aw..

Run a scenic 30 mile ultra around the Rhymney Valley Ridgeway in South East Wales, with ridge top views, trails and woodland. Staffed checkpoints, no time limits and post race care make this a welcoming challenge.

Take on Dartmoor In A Day 2026 on Saturday 5 September and choose a 50 km ultra or 30 km challenge across wild moorland and stunning tors. With guided support, checkpoints and a festive finish, it is a true Dartmoor adventure.

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.

Join the 10th Dartmoor Volcano Race on Saturday 12 September 2026 for a rugged 10.5 mile all trail course from Scorriton. Technical rocky and boggy ground, big climbs and river crossings promise a true moorland challenge.

Tackle The Relentless in Bridgend, a tough looped ultra on 18 September 2026 offering 50 miles (5 loops) or 100 miles (10 loops) with big support, crew zones and drop bag access each lap. Limited to 25 runners per distance so book early.