Trail Running calendar near Exeter 2026-2027

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 lap-based ultra in Bridgend, South Wales, on a 10-mile loop offering 50-mile (5 laps) and 100-mile (10 laps) options with aid stations, crew access, and set time limits.

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.

Series finale at Hyde Common in the New Forest with 18 mile, marathon and 50 km trail options across open plains and winding forest paths. Fully marked, it finishes along Hampton Ridge with rewarding views.

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.

Three long-distance trail races follow the Wales Coast Path around the Gower Peninsula: *50 miles*, *34 miles* and *23 miles*. Routes use Coast Path signage, GPS traces and manned checkpoints with multiple refreshment points and tracking.

Trail runs and walks of 10k, half and full marathon distances take place around The Fleet Lagoon from Bagwell Farm Touring Park. Routes are mainly off road and follow national trails, with proceeds going to small local charities.

Run through scenic Margam Country Park with castle views in this chip timed trail event offering 5K and 10K options. Fully marked courses, water stations, finisher medal and award ceremony make it perfect for racers and fun runners alike.

Run across rolling downland and ancient tracks at The Race on the Chase, with routes through Martin Down and historic sites near Salisbury. Choose marathon, half or 10k, enjoy racecourse facilities and a finisher medal with trophies for the..

A 100-mile waymarked circumnavigation of Dartmoor with GPS tracking and six indoor checkpoints, plus a companion 51-mile Granite 50 on the eastern route. Both events feature on-course support, medical cover and compulsory kit checks.

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.

A *50 km* point-to-point ultramarathon from Moors Valley Country Park to Hengistbury Head, featuring forest trails, coastal paths and a fully signed flat course. The race includes four feed stations, a GPS route file, medical cover and a 9...

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.

A multi terrain 10 mile race through Stover Country Park and Teigngrace, starting and finishing at Stover School on 4 October 2026. The event includes a 1 mile fun run and bespoke 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..

A trail running event on the Isle of Purbeck offering 102 km and 54 km ultra routes along sections of the Jurassic Coast with coastal ridge running and multiple outposts. The event is based at Burnbake Forest Lodges and Campsite near Corfe..

Roughly 12K trail run on bridle paths and the Imber Range near the Westbury White Horse on 18 October 2026. Limited to 200 places so book early for a bespoke finisher medal and category prizes.