Trail Running calendar near Holywell 2026-2027

A guided countryside run from Bovey Tracey to Lustleigh and back, about 10.5 miles with roughly 2000 ft of ascent. The route follows paths and lanes via Shaptor Down and Gladstone Rock; trail shoes and a waterproof are recommended.

Experience the rugged beauty of the South West Coast Path in South Devon with three distance options. Runners follow a hilly multi-terrain course from Kingswear or Babbacombe to a scenic finish at Shaldon.

A 37 miles coast to coast ultra from Boscastle to Looe on 25 April 2026, crossing Bodmin Moor and supporting the East Cornwall Search & Rescue Team. The event features live GPS tracking, four checkpoints, on-course photography and medal..

An LDWA members only event of three roughly 10 mile loops from Leusdon Memorial Hall, offering 10, 20 or 31 mile options across moor, woods and tors. Numbers are limited and a waiting list may operate.

A 12 mile off road run across the Clovelly Estate on 3 May 2026, organised by RNLI Events. The course features steep hills and views, tickets are shown from £33.22 to £38.62 and the event is for 18 plus.

A five mile multi terrain race around the Boconnoc Estate near Lostwithiel on 6 May 2026. Organised by East Cornwall Harriers, the event uses paths, woodland and road and offers free field parking.

A multi day festival at Hope Cove featuring trail races from 5k to ultra, swim runs and a sea swim, with camping, family activities, forest school and evening live music.

Trail races at Martinhoe in Exmoor National Park offering 10K, half, marathon and ultra courses across moorland, forest and coastal terrain. The routes include steep climbs, long descents and fully marked navigation.

A 20 km timed coastal trail run from Portreath to Perranporth on 9 May 2026 supporting Man Down Cornwall. Open to participants aged 18 and over, with medals, awards and free race photography.

A Pretty Muddy 5k obstacle course at Stithians Showground on 09 May 2026, with grassy and gravel terrain, staggered wave starts and on-site parking; minimum fundraising target applies and the event is for ages 13 and over.

Scillonian Sprint on St Marys offers two trail distances on 9 May 2026 with a three hour time limit and a start at Porthmellon Beach. Proceeds support local charities and adult finishers receive a commemorative ale and artwork.

An off-road 10 km race on Sunday 10 May 2026 starting and finishing at Trevornick Holiday Park near Newquay, running over Cubert Common and the Cornish Coast Path with coastal cliff side elevation.

Three trail races at the Flete Estate in Mothecombe combine private tracks, estuary footpaths and coastal path sections. Distances range from 8.5 to 28.5 miles with marked courses, aid stations, mandatory kit rules and bespoke finishers' me..

Trail races at Roadford Lake on 16 May 2026 offer 10.5 km and 5 km laps, with a half marathon run as two laps of the longer course. Kids races for ages 3 to 11 allow adults to run free and entries include chip timing and a finisher medal.

A fell running event at Meldon Reservoir featuring a five mile senior race climbing 1,362 ft to High Willhays and return, plus junior races over 2 km and 4 km. The course requires self navigation and includes compulsory checkpoints.

A 13.1 miles trail across Cornwall from Portreath to Devoran on 23 May 2026, following historic transport routes with a halfway checkpoint, medals and results via the ST App Service.

A fell race from Peter Tavy across Coombe Tor, Cox Tor and the Langstone with ascents, descents and technical sections. The main senior course is about 10 km and junior races are also provided.

A guided trail run of about 10 miles through woodland tracks, river valley paths and minor lanes around the Tamar Valley, starting at the Tamar Trails carpark. Steady guided pace; trail shoes, waterproof and snacks recommended.

A marshalled looped trail of **10 km** around Menabilly and Gribbin Head near Fowey, featuring mixed surfaces and steep climbs. A share of the proceeds supports St Austell Foodbank and food donations are collected on race day.

Participants leave HMP Dartmoor and try to reach the furthest straight-line distance on foot within 6, 12 or 24 hours, using public rights of way. GPS tracking, mandatory kit and a pre-event equipment check apply, entrants must be 18 or old..