Trail Running calendar near Ilfracombe 2026-2027

Experience a flexible eight hour timed event on a scenic tarmac route in Exmouth. Runners and walkers of all abilities can complete as many laps as they choose on this flat disused railway course.

Trail races at Wenchford Picnic Site offering a 7 mile course with seven named hills and a 14 mile double lap option. Terrain can be muddy and wet and canicross waves are available.

Experience the rugged beauty of the North Cornwall coast with four trail distances starting from the golden sands of Polzeath. Runners will navigate severe terrain and dramatic coastal paths in this professionally timed event.

Experience a scenic multi terrain run through the Jurassic Coast and Otter valley starting from Budleigh Salterton. Choose between a half or third marathon featuring quiet lanes and historic landmarks.

Experience the thrill of evening running at Haldon Forest Park with torchlit single loop courses. This event features 10k and 5k distances alongside dedicated kids races and a canicross option for dog owners.

Experience a technical trail run through South Devon's Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Choose between four distances featuring rugged coastal paths and steep inland hills starting from Beesands.

Experience the mythical landscape of Dartmoor during this midwinter trail event featuring a marathon and half marathon. Run past ancient stone circles and pagan sites on courses that offer significant elevation gain.

Pagan Trails offers two challenging winter trail runs on Dartmoor. The over-28-mile Marathon and over-14-mile Half Marathon routes pass ancient stone circles and pagan sites. It's a significant test with strict time limits and mandatory saf..

Experience a scenic and flat run through Exeter’s historic Quayside and Riverside Valley Park. Choose between a two lap half marathon or a five mile course and earn a bespoke finisher medal.

A 17 mile self navigated trail run through scenic East Devon. Runners visit four distinct trig points on a course that starts and ends at the Sidmouth Watersports Hub.

Experience a festive multi terrain run through the hills and mud of East Devon. Choose between ten mile five kilometer or three kilometer routes designed for various experience levels and ages.

Run through the longest underground tunnels in the UK on a historic railway path in Bath. This event offers distances from 500m to an ultra marathon with both flat and hilly route options for all participants.

Experience a night trail run through the hills and moorland of Dartmoor. Participants can enjoy live music and a sauna after finishing the nine or five mile courses.

Experience spectacular views of Dartmoor with trail races starting in Widecombe In The Moor. Choose from 8-mile, half-marathon, or ultra distances featuring steep ascents and rugged granite landscapes.

Celebrate Welsh culture with a flexible seven hour time challenge at Dare Valley Country Park. Run any distance from 3km to an ultra-marathon on well-maintained paths with a full aid station and finisher medals.

Experience a muddy winter adventure on the Community Forest Path around Bristol. Choose between 30 and 45 mile distances featuring chip timing, dedicated pacers, and well stocked checkpoints.

Experience a 38 mile ultra marathon through the English landscape from Liskeard to Truro. This single day challenge features a tracked route with full check-point support and a bespoke finishers medal.