Trail Running calendar near Helston 2026-2027

A 10.5 mile, 100% trail race on southern Dartmoor near Scorriton, featuring rocky and boggy terrain, river and clapper bridge crossings, and an ascent of the Red Lake Volcano. The event requires a minimum age of 17 and a mandatory kit list.

Experience the final race of the summer series at Sourton Tor featuring hilly courses for seniors and marked routes for juniors starting from the village hall.

Experience a unique multi-terrain race through the private Flete Estate featuring riverside paths and woodland tracks. With distances of 10km, 5km, and a 1km fun run, there is an event for every speed set in spectacular surroundings.

A two lap 10 km multiterrain race through Woodland Woods and quiet roads around Woodland Fort in Crownhill, Plymouth. Organised by Storm Plymouth, finishers receive commemorative medals and post-race refreshments are provided.

A supported 100 mile self-navigation challenge in Cornwall on 26 and 27 September 2026, covering both north and south coasts with 18,000 ft of ascent, two ferry crossings and seven feed stations, timed via a mobile app.

A 100 mile continuous circuit of Dartmoor on the waymarked Dartmoor Way in October 2026, with six indoor checkpoints, GPS tracking and a 34 hour time limit.

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 50 mile trail race across eastern Dartmoor following the Dartmoor Way from Scorriton to Okehampton. The route covers about 51 miles with over 2000 metres of ascent, three staffed checkpoints and a 15 hour time allowance.

Test your resilience at this unique backyard ultra in Cornwall. Complete a 6.7 kilometer loop every hour on the hour until only one runner remains in this test of grit and endurance.

Experience a scenic 10 mile multi terrain race through Stover Country Park and Teigngrace. Enjoy excellent facilities at Stover School including showers, a BBQ, and bespoke medals for all finishers.

Take on the Hairy Hands event along the flat Wray Valley Trail. This flexible run lets you choose your distance, from 5km to ultra, on a scenic riverside course. Complete just one lap to earn a finisher's medal.

A circumnavigation ultra in South Hams, Devon offered as 100 miles, 44 miles and marathon routes. The course uses the South Hams Way, includes multiple checkpoints, GPS tracking and a paid ferry crossing.

Join this flexible eight hour timed event on a scenic disused train line in Devon. Complete as many 5.3 km laps as you wish within the time limit to earn your finisher medal.

A trail event at Roadford Lake offering 10K and Half Marathon distances plus canicross options, with chip timing, marked course, feed station and finisher medals. Entry fees range from £24 to £30.

A road marathon in East Cornwall starting and finishing at Pensilva. The chip timed course visits local landmarks and is limited to 475 runners; minimum age 18.

Experience a demanding coastal run past Cornwall's iconic lighthouses. Tackle steep climbs and varied terrain in a marathon or ultra marathon distance ending at the scenic Gwithian coast.

Run the scenic Camel Trail in Padstow at the Lobster Lollop, with distances from 2.5 km to 10 miles and Canicross options. Family friendly event supports the National Lobster Hatchery and offers medals, photos and personalised bibs.

Overview The Drogo 10 is a multi-terrain fell race, categorised as FRA BM and run under FRA regulations. It takes place at Castle Drogo on the National Trust estate. The course distance is approximately 10 miles (16 km) with a total climb o..

A six-hour trail challenge on a weekday, where you run as many 5 km laps as you like around Dartington Hall. Complete just one for a medal, or keep going to marathon distance. The event base is a cozy cafe offering refreshments and shelter..

The Dark Dart Dash returns with evening 5K and 10K runs on mixed terrain at Dartington Hall. There are also kids' races and a canicross option. After the run, participants can gather at the Green Table Cafe for refreshments.