Trail Running calendar near Dartington Hall 2026-2027

A 7-mile multi-terrain race on the Oakdale plateau that starts and finishes by wind turbines and loops the village of Manmoel. Selected as the second race in the East Wales Road Race Championships, with entry fees for UKA and non-affiliated..

A technical off-road 10 km through woodlands, meadows and river crossings on the Forde Abbey Estate, plus a free Junior 1500 m for primary-age children. Medals for all and prizes for winners; some participant restrictions apply.

The Exeter 10k River Run is a summer evening 10 km race along the River Exe on 26 June 2026. The traffic free flat route is open to runners over 15 and supports local sports participation and wellbeing.

A 26.2 mile self-navigation coast path event on 27 June 2026 from Rock to Boscastle, passing Polzeath, Port Isaac and Tintagel, with three manned checkpoints, live GPS tracking, medals for finishers and a nine hour cut off.

An inflatable obstacle-course event at Heath Park Cardiff on 27 June 2026 offering 2.5k 5k 10k and 15k lap-based options, on-course water, onsite facilities and family-friendly entries with charity partners involved.

Hourglass on 27th June 2026 is a last person standing running event of repeated *2 mile* laps around the Royal Cornwall Events Centre. Lap time allowances shrink each circuit and runners are eliminated if they miss the limit.

A timed trail event on a five mile loop at Widemouth Bay, offering 24 hour, 12 hour, 6 hour and a Cub Fun Run over 27 to 28 June 2026, with camping and team entries available.

A 13.5 mile trail half marathon across Lundy Island with a chartered raceboat option for up to 250 runners, two aid stations, mandatory kit requirements and a 3.75 hour time limit.

Races along the traffic free Tarka Trail in Devon, from Colourburst fun runs to a 50 km ultra, on certified tarmac courses through estuaries, woodlands and two tunnels, with family friendly extras at Woolmer's Farm.

A coastal running event at Woolacombe on 28 June 2026 offering marathon, half marathon and 10K distances with chip timing, on-course support, a race village with merchandise and fundraising to benefit North Devon Hospice.

A guided Dartmoor trail run of about 10 miles exploring Holne Moor and Ryder's Hill, with an optional swim at Sharrah Pool if conditions allow. Steady-paced, kit recommended includes trail shoes, waterproof and a change of clothes.

A roughly 5 mile trail race in Haldon Forest Park near Exeter with water stations, age category prizes, a hillclimb championship and a donation to St Petrock's.

An evening trail event on 4 July 2026 based at the Fox Inn in Ansty, Dorchester with a 10k course and 220 m of elevation, venue music and food, accommodation options, finisher medals and trophies to third place male and female.

A short Dartmoor fell race of 3.1 miles with 300 m of ascent around Belstone. The unmarked route is marshalled in places and features steep climbs, rough moorland and a fast lumpy descent, finishing on the village green with tea and cakes.

Timed 12, 24 and 36 hour events run on a marked five mile trail loop at Newnham Park near Plymouth, with solo, pair and team entries and a separate timed kids race. Free participant camping, on site facilities and awards are provided.

A two evening 10K in Exeter on a new flat, officially measured road course with pacer trains for a range of target times. Finishers receive a medal and the event features chip timing and full course marshals.

Evening coastal races in Perranporth on 11 July 2026 offering a 13.1 Miles half marathon and a 10.5 km long 10k. The event supports Cornwall Air Ambulance and includes GPS tracking, medals and free race photography.

A scenic off-road 10 km through the Otter Valley plus a short fun run around Tipton St John playing field. Routes follow riverside tracks, public footpaths and the old Sidmouth railway line, with camping available.

A 50 km trail race from Studland Beach along the Purbeck Way that passes coastal landmarks like Old Harry Rocks and Corfe Castle. One runner is appointed the Ferry who starts at the back and competitors aim to finish ahead of them.

A near entirely off road 17 mile run and walk along the Little Dart River from Rackenford to Bridge Reeve, Chulmleigh, within the North Devon UNESCO Biosphere. The route is marked and offers feed stations, marshals and one day access to pri..