Trail Running calendar near Exeter 2025-2026

Run through two lit railway tunnels beneath Bath on routes from short fun runs to ultra distances. Starts and finishes at family friendly Brickfields Park and each entry supports Sustrans, making it a memorable community day out.

BigSea Trails WATER brings runners to the Isle of Purbeck, with a beach start and single lap routes past Corfe Castle, Kimmeridge Bay and Old Harry Rocks. Distances from half marathon to 54k ultramarathon offer sweeping coastal views.

Run along the shoreline from Bournemouth Pier toward Boscombe on sand and over groynes, choosing 5K or 10K routes with lovely sea views. Great for all abilities, with marshalled support and a relaxed coastal vibe.

Coastal loop at Mount Edgcumbe on 13 June 2026 with 10.5 km laps for 10K, half and full marathon plus canicross and kids races. Camping on site and a short Cremyll ferry links to Plymouth.

Gecko Gathering at Siblyback Lake is a flat scenic lakeside trail festival with distances from a fun run to an 8 hour Siblython, medals for all and awards for top finishers. Camping, a cafe and buggy friendly routes create a relaxed festiva..

Run the iconic Cheddar Gorge from 1 km to marathon, or try the Omnium combining sprint, climb and middle distance challenges. Wave starts, waymarked scenic but rocky courses, food stations and medals for 6 km and above.

Take on the Jurassic Coast ultra with distances from 33 km to 105 miles along the stunning South West Coast Path, finishing on Exmouth seafront. Routes use self navigation with live GPS tracking and well stocked aid stations to keep you goi..

Explore Exmoor with a weekend of running and walking at the Pinkery Centre in June 2026, from family strolls to 30 mile challenges. Enjoy social evenings, guest speakers and films while taking in stunning National Park trails.

Tackle the Boscastle Scramble, a self navigated trail marathon along the dramatic North Cornwall coast from Rock to the fishing village of Boscastle. Enjoy sweeping coastal views, live GPS tracking and a finisher medal as part of the Saints..

Take on a rugged off road half marathon around Lundy Island, weaving coastal trails, clifftops and the North Lighthouse for dramatic sea views. Boat transport is available and every finisher earns a commemorative medal.

Tackle a 30 mile ultra around Abergavenny, climbing Sugar Loaf and 5,000 feet of scenic mountain trails. Professionally organised with fully manned checkpoints, crew support and a memorable post race medal.

Run the Summer Sunset Half or Long Ten along the stunning north Cornwall coast path between Perranporth and Crantock. Enjoy sunset sea views, feed stations, free photos and charity support as you race the evening light.

Enjoy the Otter Rail and River Run: a scenic off road 10 km through Otter Valley along the river, woods and old railway, plus a fun 1 mile run for all ages. Community event with finishers prizes and Otter Brewery beer.

The Cider 5K.ish is a one-lap, 5-kilometre trail run/walk set on Myncen Farm in Minchington, near Blandford Forum, Dorset. The undulating course takes you across fields, grass, wildflowers, crops and dusty tracks on private farmland with pe..

The Cider Challenge Solo is a 12-hour trail-running event held on a privately owned farm in Dorset (Myncen Farm, Minchington, Blandford Forum, DT11 8DH). Designed for solo runners, with the option to enter as part of a team, participants ha..

Run across the wild Gower Peninsula from Penrice Castle basecamp with distances from 10 to 100 km, including a figure of eight ultra and weekend camping. Expect on course support, GPS tracking, and finisher goodies.

Take on coastal trails at Merthyr Mawr Warren National Nature Reserve on 18 July 2026 with 12K, 40K and family races like Bunny and Toddler Dash. Expect sand dune descents, river crossings and dramatic cliffside views for a true Welsh trail..

Take on the Dragon Coastal Races along the Wales Coast Path with 30, 50 or 100 mile point to point courses finishing in Cardiff Bay. Scenic coastal trails, dunes and forests, fully waymarked with live GPS tracking and checkpoints for a supp..

Event overview The Apple Plod 10K.ish is a trail running event on Sunday, 19 July 2026, organised by Running Events Devon. The race distance is 10K and is described as undulating trail on a two-lap course. Participants may run or walk; ther..

Enjoy the Wye Valley Tunnel Run along the scenic Greenway, including the 1 km Tidenham Tunnel and riverside railway paths. Distances from kids Colourburst to marathon make this a family event with waymarked routes and on course feast statio..