Trail Running calendar near Hope Cove 2025-2026

The Medal Mix Challenge Day 1, organized by Running Events Devon, takes place near Capel Lane, Littleham, Exmouth on November 29, 2025. This 7-hour timed event welcomes runners and walkers of all abilities to complete as many 5.3 km laps as possible on a scenic, undulating out-and-back course along..

The Medal Mix Challenge Day 2, organized by Running Events Devon, takes place near Capel Lane, Littleham, Exmouth on Sunday, 30th November 2025. This 7-hour timed event features an accurately measured 5.3 km out-and-back course on a scenic, undulating old disused train line, fully paved and classifi..

The Siblyback Santa Scamper will take place in Liskeard from Saturday 6 December 2025 to Sunday 7 December 2025. This trail is organized by Purple Gecko Events. You can run between 9 and 9 kilometers.

Fordh Sen Mighal is a popular 11-mile multi-terrain trail race held in Cornwall, running from Lelant on the north coast to Marazion on the south coast. This point-to-point event follows the European cultural route, passing scenic landmarks such as Trencrom and Ludgvan, showcasing the beautiful Corni..

Race The Light is a unique trail running event held at Mothecombe on the Erme Estuary in Devon, England. The classic race covers 8.5 miles of shadowy estuarine trails through the private Flete Estate, featuring a challenging double crossing of the River Erme estuary, making it a race against both li..

The Fairytale of Newquay is a festive coastal trail running event held along the North Coast of Cornwall, finishing at Porth Beach, Newquay. It features two main distances: a 15-mile Long Half Marathon starting from Harlyn Bay and a 30-mile Ultramarathon beginning at Porth Beach. Both races are time..

The Salcombe RNLI Resolution Fun Run is a 7km scenic trail run held in Salcombe, starting from Island Street. The course loops around the picturesque Snape’s Point, offering participants stunning coastal views and fresh air. Taking place on New Year’s Eve, this community-focused event provides a spi..

The Bell Challenge Day 5, organized by Running Events Devon, takes place on January 2, 2026, in Exmouth at Capel Lane. This 7-hour timed event features a mainly flat, accurately measured 5.3 km out-and-back course on a scenic, disused train line surfaced entirely with tarmac, classifying it as a roa..

The Walter Raleigh Round Half Marathon is a scenic 13.6-mile race starting and finishing in Budleigh Salterton, England, the birthplace of Sir Walter Raleigh. The course traverses quiet back lanes, unsurfaced county roads, hidden footpaths, the Otter Valley, High Peak, the Jurassic Coast, and a dism..

Endurancelife North Cornwall is a trail running event set in the scenic village of Polzeath on the rugged North Cornwall coast. The event features four distances: 10K (6.3 miles), Half Marathon (13.6 miles), Marathon (26.5 miles), and Ultra (31.7 miles), all starting on Polzeath's golden beach. Runn..

Haldon Night is a winter night trail running event held at Haldon Forest Park near Exeter, Devon. It features single-loop courses of 10K and 5K distances, with the 5K open to children aged 8 and above if accompanied by an adult. The event also offers kids' races: a 1K for ages 3-7 and a 2K for ages..

The Dirty Devil Stampede is a challenging and muddy running event held at the Bovington Tank Range in Bovington Lane. Participants can choose from 5k, 10k, or 15k distances, with a special Dark 10k race taking place at dusk on a different course. The race takes place on an army training ground, offe..

The Arc Of Attrition by UTMB will take place in Coverack from Friday 23 January 2026 to Sunday 25 January 2026. You can run between 13 and 101 miles.

Pagan Trails is a challenging running event set in the picturesque Dartmoor region, specifically in Chagford. Participants can choose between two distances: a Marathon of over 28 miles and a Half Marathon exceeding 14 miles, both featuring significant elevation gains. The routes take runners past an..

Endurancelife South Devon is a renowned trail running event set in the stunning South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Starting at Start Point, the event offers challenging distances including a 10k, half marathon, marathon, and ultra marathon, featuring rugged coastal terrain with jagged r..

The Pagan Midwinter Marathon, held in Chagford, Devon, is a challenging trail running event set in the mythical, pagan landscapes of Dartmoor. Scheduled for January 24, 2026, it offers two distances: a marathon of over 28 miles with more than 1500 meters of ascent, and a half marathon exceeding 14 m..

The Haldon Winter Series is a trail running event held in the scenic Haldon Forest, Devon. It offers a variety of distances including 2.5K, 5K, and 10K runs, with options for both trail runners and canicross participants. The course is fully marked and features water points along the way.The event i..

The Exeter Half Marathon, organized by Exeter City Community Trust, is a popular running event held in Exeter, UK. The race features a two-lap, 13.1-mile (half marathon) course starting from Piazza Terracina, Haven Road, and follows a scenic route along Exeter’s historic Quayside and Riverside Valle..

The Portland Coastal Marathon is an ultra trail running event held at the Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy in Portland, UK. Scheduled for February 8, 2026, it offers a full marathon, half marathon, and 10k distances, catering to all abilities. The course follows the scenic Portland sec..

The Wild & Mild Night Run is a challenging trail race held in South Brent, UK, featuring 9-mile and 5-mile distances across trail and open moorland. The course begins with a mainly uphill stretch along the river to Shipley Bridge, followed by a tarmac section before entering Dartmoor. Runners naviga..