Trail Running calendar near Hope Cove 2025-2026

Run through the Dorset landscape that inspired Thomas Hardy with a challenging trail half marathon or a 5 mile option. Start and finish at Dorchester Rugby Club with on route entertainment and an event village raising funds for local causes..

Race The Tide at Flete Estate in South Devon on 16 May 2026 invites runners to scenic estuary, woodland and beach trails including the Burgh Island causeway. Choose marathon, 15.5 mile or 8.5 mile routes with digital timing and bespoke fini..

Scenic off road races at Roadford Lake in Devon from 1K kids runs to a half marathon with canicross options. Family friendly, chip timed with medals or charity alternatives and finish line snacks and beer.

Marilyn's Meldon Madness on 16 May 2026 invites runners to a spirited fell challenge at Meldon Reservoir near Okehampton, with a testing 415 m climb and sweeping moorland views. Pre entry is required and places are limited.

Take on the Beer Blazer on 17 May 2026, a multi terrain run along the Jurassic Coast with cliff top views and pebble beach sections. Enjoy race day refreshments and a BBQ while supporting Beer Primary School.

Run coast to coast across Cornwall from Portreath to Devoran Quay on a scenic 11.5 mile waymarked trail following historic transport routes. Canicross welcome, with a checkpoint, relaxed timings and a finisher medal.

Run the Taunton Trail 10K or Half Marathon on 24 May 2026 at Taunton Rugby Football Club for an ultra flat, fast route along scenic waterways. Friendly marshals, well stocked feed stations and finisher medals make for a rewarding day.

Tackle the Classic Quarter 44 mile ultra along the stunning south Cornish coast from Lizard Point to Land's End on 6 June 2026. Expect rugged trail, steep climbs and coastal exposure in a challenging yet scenic test of endurance.

TSUNAMI Ocean Trails offers rugged clifftop running along the North Devon and Cornwall coast with dramatic sea views and hefty climbs. Choose from a 37.5 mile ultra, a marathon or a 16 mile route and earn a bespoke finisher medal.

Tackle 32 miles of rugged Dartmoor roads in the Dartmoor Discovery Ultra, a single lap with tough climbs and sweeping moorland views around Princetown. Club run atmosphere with a finisher tee, medal and lively after party.

Take on the Oner Ultra Trail Run, an epic 85 mile coastal ultramarathon along the scenic Dorset Coast Path on 6 June 2026. Runners must complete the route within 24 hours for a true test of endurance.

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 a scenic 10 km trail through the historic Lulworth Estate, across chalk downland and through woodland with views of the Jurassic Coast. Expect about 175 m of ascent, off road paths, water stations and a cosy cafe with homemade cakes at..

Tackle the dramatic Jurassic Coast World Heritage cliffs on self navigated courses from 33 km to a 105 mile epic, with live GPS tracking to keep you on course. Pick a coastal challenge with ITRA UTMB index points and well stocked aid statio..

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.

Take on the Burrator Horseshoe, a scenic 10 km fell race across Dartmoor with about 315 m of climb at Meavy Village Green. Rugged terrain, junior races and club prizes make it ideal for competitive and social runners.

Run an evening 10K along the flat, traffic free banks of the River Exe in Exeter. Scenic, fast course with a finishers medal and longer distance options, ideal as a summer tune up for autumn marathons.

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..

Run Lundy Island's wild 13.5 mile trail visiting all four corners, from technical eastern coasts to undulating western clifftops. Chartered ferry places are limited so book early and every finisher gets a medal.