Trail Running calendar near Cornwall 2026-2027

Take on the Burrator Horseshoe, a scenic 10 km fell race across Dartmoor with about 315 m of climb at Meavy Village Green. Rugged terrain, junior races and club prizes make it ideal for competitive and social runners.

A five person team event covering a 100 mile trail route in Cornwall on 20–21 June 2026, with crew support every 5 to 6 miles, mandatory kit and qualifying requirements for entrants. Cost is £110 per runner.

The Exeter 10K River Run is a flat, traffic-free evening race along the scenic River Exe. Held in late June, it's an ideal step up from a 5K for runners of all abilities. All finishers receive a medal and benefit from on-course support.

A self-navigated 26.2 mile coastal marathon from Rock to Boscastle along the North Cornwall Coast Path, with three manned checkpoints, GPS tracking and mandatory kit checks, medals for finishers and awards for top male and female runners.

A one-day trail race across Lundy Island of about 13.5 miles, served by a chartered ferry for up to 250 runners. Fully marked and marshalled with aid stations, mandatory kit and a finisher medal.

A range of measured races on the flat, traffic free Tarka Trail near Barnstaple, with family activities at Woolmers Farm and UK Athletics course certification.

A multi-terrain marathon, half marathon and 10K along the North Devon coast, based at Woolacombe Meadow Playing Fields on 28 June 2026. Entry fees apply and the event supports North Devon Hospice, with fundraising recommended.

A short but steep fell race on Dartmoor, starting and finishing at Belstone Village Green. The unmarked 3.1 miles with 300 m ascent is marshalled in places; junior races precede the senior event and there is tea and cakes at the finish.

A coastal running event in Perranporth on 11 July 2026 offering a half marathon and a new long 10, supporting Cornwall Air Ambulance with on-course aid, app timing, medals for finishers and required head torches for after-dark running.

Team-based, crew-supported *100 mile* trail runs in Cornwall with three route options, required prior experience, a detailed kit list and a 36-hour completion limit.

Inaugural South Hams Relay on 18 July 2026 is a 100 mile team relay in South Devon, split into 16 legs of 5 km to just under 16 km. Teams of 10 to 16 runners, GPX routes provided, with event profits donated to two local charities.

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.

Annual Saturday evening multi terrain event in Tywardreath featuring a 7 mile race and a 1 mile fun run. The route mixes footpaths, bridleways and quiet country lanes and starts and finishes at the village pub.

Two linear trail races across Dartmoor finishing at Ivybridge Rugby Club. The Crossing covers 33.5 miles of high moorland with substantial ascent and descent, while The Great Escape covers 15.5 miles from Princetown; both are fully marked a..

A mostly off-road 10K in Totnes on Sunday 2 August 2026, run on a riverside route now measuring about 11 km. The event offers bespoke medals, multiple prize categories, a 1-mile fun run, on-site facilities and local charity support.

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.

An evening Dartmoor fell race based at Ivybridge rugby club with senior and junior races. The senior course is about 10 km with 450 m of climb across moorland with several stream crossings and varied terrain.

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.

Gecko Gathering at Scorrier House in Redruth on 23 August 2026 offers trail races from 2.5 km to a half marathon plus a five hour Scorriergeddon endurance challenge, with a race village, music, food stalls, medals and awards.

Trail races of 8 and 4 miles take place at Newnham Park near Plymouth in the evening, with canicross options available. Entry fees are modest and proceeds support Bowel Cancer West.