Trail Running calendar near East Looe Beach 2026-2027

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.

A fully supported off-road challenge across Dartmoor offering a 50 km ultra and a 30 km challenge, running from Okehampton via Postbridge to Ivybridge with GPX/maps, checkpoints, mountain leader support and finish facilities.

Celebrate the 40th Haytor Heller on Saturday 5 September 2026, a thrilling 6 mile off road moorland race that starts below Haytor Rock. Expect rugged terrain, steep climbs, a stream crossing and a fast downhill finish to a festive HQ.

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.

A 10.5 mile trail race around southern Dartmoor near Scoriton, touching Ryders Hill and the Red Lake Volcano. The fully marked route includes river crossings, bogs and technical terrain with an aid station mid course.

Join Barney to Beach on 13 Sept 2026 for a scenic 8 mile run from Barnstaple to Crow Point along the Tarka Trail, with a 1 mile kids fun run. Finish festival with live music, medals and family fun supporting Families in Grief.

Storm the Fort is a 10 km multiterrain race at Woodland Fort in Plymouth on 13 September 2026. The two lap course runs through wooded paths, grass and quiet roads and finishes at the fort with refreshments and commemorative medals.

A community run along the Exe Valley Way from Exmouth to Dulverton offering a 43 mile ultra and a team relay with shorter sections. The event highlights Exe salmon and works with river restoration partners.

Run the Saints & Smugglers 100 Mile Challenge Part Deux in Looe, Cornwall on 26 and 27 September 2026, a scenic coast to coast route with 39 hours to finish. Expect 18,000 ft of climbing, two ferry crossings and live GPS tracking.

A 100 mile circumnavigation of Dartmoor on the waymarked Dartmoor Way, with six indoor checkpoints, GPS tracking and a 34 hour limit. A companion 51 mile Granite 50 follows the eastern section with three checkpoints.

Take on the Atlantic Coast Challenge along the rugged South West Coast Path from near Padstow to Lands End, choosing one, two or all three days of stunning coastal trails. Expect wild scenery, steep climbs and a finisher's medal plus a Corn..

A 51 mile trail race across eastern Dartmoor following the Dartmoor Way, with over 2000 m of ascent and a 15 hour time limit. The route includes three indoor checkpoints, GPS tracking and requires recent trail marathon experience.

Take on the Salt Settlers Six Hour Race in Budleigh Salterton, completing as many scenic 4.4 km loops as you can around the Lower Otter valley. Open to runners and walkers with solo or pairs entries and on site aid, cafe and showers.

Self-navigation trail event in East Devon offering approximate 21 km, 42 km and 53 km routes. Solo or two-person teams are welcome; GPS tracking is provided and participants must visit trigpoint checkpoints.

Sibelco Templer Ten on 4 Oct 2026 at Stover School is a scenic 10 mile multi terrain run about 90 percent off road through Stover Country Park. Entries are capped at 325 and often sell out, with medals for all finishers.

A trail half marathon through the Quantock Hills with technical trails, climbs and stream crossings. The event includes two feed stations, marshals, awards for top finishers and weekend camping and bunk options near Kilve Court.

Explore Devon's stunning coast and Dartmoor with the South Hams Ultra this October 2026, offering 100 mile, 44 mile and marathon trail options. Expect tidal and ferry crossings, rugged terrain and big views for runners seeking a true advent..

Stockland Scamper on 18 October 2026 is a friendly trail event near Honiton in East Devon with river crossings, muddy lanes and hilly farmland. Choose 3 km, 5 km or 10 km then relax with village cakes and community atmosphere.

Devon Trail Races at Roadford Lake offer scenic but testing trails with 10K and half marathon routes plus canicross entries. Enjoy marshalled courses, a quirky bottle opener finisher medal and a fun post race atmosphere.

The Cornish Marathon takes runners on a scenic circular route from Pensilva through Bodmin Moor and the Fowey Valley, finishing at the Millenium Centre. Expect about 2200 ft of climbing, a warm community vibe, and support for local charitie..