Trail Running calendar near Exeter 2026-2027

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.

A community off‑road event in Tipton St John featuring a scenic 10 km through the Otter Valley and a one mile fun run for children, with on‑site camping and local finishers mementoes.

Run the Cider 5K.ish on Friday 17 July 2026 at Myncen Farm near Blandford Forum, a scenic one lap trail over fields, grass and dusty tracks. Part of a weekend of running and optional camping, this friendly race offers finisher goodies.

Take on the 12 hour Cider Challenge solo across undulating farm trails in Dorset this July 18, with fields, wildflowers and dusty tracks underfoot. Camp onsite for a full weekend vibe and earn a medal and goodies for every finisher.

Explore the Gower Peninsula Ultra Challenge from basecamp at Penrice Castle, with scenic trails across beaches, cliffs, moors and woods. Distances from 10 km to 100 km, weekend camping, support stops and finisher goodies.

Run scenic coastal trails at Merthyr Mawr Estate, over sand dunes including the famous Big Dipper and along the Glamorgan Heritage Coast. Choose from 12K, 40K or family Bunny races for a sandy seaside challenge for all abilities.

Three ultramarathon races follow the Wales Coast Path into Cardiff Bay, over beaches, dunes and coastal trails. Distances are 100, 50 and 30 miles with route marking, GPS tracking, checkpoints and finish awards at the Norwegian Church.

Tackle the Apple Plod 10K.ish on Sunday 19 July 2026 at Myncen Farm for a two lap undulating trail run or walk through fields, wildflowers and dusty tracks. Enjoy a relaxed 2.5 hour cut off, weekend camping and finisher goodies.

A multi-distance event on the Wye Valley Greenway featuring a 1.1 km tunnel, flat former-railway trails and family Colourburst fun runs. Routes are waymarked and marshalled with feed stations and on-site facilities.

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.

Take on the Selworthy Beacon Fell Race on Sun 19 Jul 2026, a punchy 6.2 km with 305 m of climb from Bossington National Trust car park. Pre entry or day entry available for a classic short fell test with stunning coastal views.

A marked fell race in South Wales on 23 July 2026, covering 5.5 km with 315 m of climb. Entry on the day costs £3 and the minimum age is 16. Post race tea and cake are available; bring your own mug.

A village based multi terrain running event in Tywardreath featuring a seven mile race and a one mile fun run. The course uses footpaths, bridleways and quiet lanes and is part of the village fete and Cornwall series.

A 100 miles race across the Brecon Beacons on 25 July 2026, following the Beacons Way from Abergavenny Castle with 10 checkpoints, 6143 m ascent and live GPS tracking. Entrants must meet age, experience and mandatory kit requirements.

Trail races around Abergavenny on 25 to 26 July 2026 offer distances from 12 km to 110 km, camping at Llangorse, checkpoints about every 10 km and UTMB Index categories. The event includes medical support, marked courses and a Race Pack sen..

Tackle the South West Coast 50, a scenic 50 km coastal and Exmoor loop from Dunster with a festival style basecamp by Dunster Castle. Choose 10 km, 25 km or the full 50 km and enjoy on route support, food and camping.

Join Ooops I Ran It Again at Dare Valley Country Park on 25 July 2026 for a fun themed seven hour time challenge where you can choose distances from 3 km to ultras. Expect medals, goody bags, on course refreshments and scenic park trails.

Two Dartmoor trail races finish at Ivybridge Rugby Club, offering a **33.5 miles** Crossing and a **15.5 miles** Great Escape across open moorland and moorland villages. Both courses are marked and marshalled, include medals for finishers,..

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.

Two trail distances along the Mendip Way on 8 August 2026, finishing at Uphill Sands Beach. The routes feature woodlands, hilltop views and coastal terrain with aid stations and a cupless policy.