Trail Running calendar near Ilfracombe 2026-2027

Celebrate the summer solstice with a weekend of trail runs, adventure races, and walks in the heart of Exmoor National Park with distances ranging from 1.5 km to 30 miles.

Experience 185 million years of history along the World Heritage Jurassic Coast. Choose from multiple distances up to 105 miles following the scenic South West Coast Path.

A popular family summer trail run at Siblyback Lake. Choose from 2.5k, 5k, or 10k on a flat course, or challenge yourself in the 8-hour Siblython. Everyone gets a medal in this scenic, relaxed event.

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.

Test your endurance at MacTuffX Bristol with interval based running challenges. Choose between solo, doubles, or relay formats across 400m and 800m repetitions in this organized summer event for adults.

Experience a scenic 10k multi terrain run through the private Widworthy Estate in East Devon. This 75 percent off road course starts and finishes at Umborne Village Hall with family friendly refreshments available.

A community organised 10 kilometre evening race along the River Exe, held on 26 June 2026, with a flat, traffic free course, on-course water and medical support, finishers medals and charity entry options.

The Boscastle Scramble is a 26.2-mile coastal run from Rock to Boscastle, navigating the famous North Cornish path. With checkpoints, live tracking, and a nine-hour cutoff, it's a challenging point-to-point adventure. All finishers get a me..

Experience an exciting inflatable obstacle course in Cardiff with 5k and 10k options. Join as an individual or part of a group for a unique running event supporting Hospice of the Valleys.

Hourglass is a unique last-person-standing race where runners complete consecutive 2-mile laps with ever-shrinking time limits. Strategy and pacing are key as the clock counts down on a mixed-terrain course. Prizes are awarded to the final..

Experience a unique 13.5 mile trail race across the rugged landscapes of Lundy Island. Run technical coastal paths and clifftops on this remote island challenge featuring a chartered raceboat from Ilfracombe.

Experience a flat and traffic free run along North Devon estuaries and historic railway tunnels. With distances from 10km to 50km plus family fun runs, this event offers a fast tarmac course through beautiful tranquil woodlands.

Experience a multi-terrain coastal challenge along the South West Coast Path with marathon, half marathon, and 10k options. Enjoy a unique race atmosphere ending with a traditional Devon cream tea and bespoke finisher medal.

Experience a 30 mile ultra marathon through the Gateway to Wales featuring 5,446 feet of elevation. Run over the iconic Sugar Loaf mountain and enjoy a supported journey with no time limits on this primarily trail course.

Test your strength and endurance in this iconic outdoor hybrid fitness competition. Featuring five 20 minute workouts including assault courses, rucking, and heavy carries, it is the ultimate test of functional fitness for pairs and teams.

Experience a traditional fell race in the village of Belstone with 300 meters of climbing over a 3.1 mile course. Enjoy a community atmosphere with junior races and post event refreshments on the village green.

The Hope Trail Festival at Newnham Park is a friendly running weekend with 12, 24, and 36-hour timed races on a scenic 5-mile loop. Run solo, as a pair, or in a team to see how many laps you can complete. The event includes a kids' race, fr..

Experience the stunning north Cornwall coast at sunset on this trail running event. Choose between the new Long 10 or the out-and-back half marathon, both featuring coastal paths and required head torches. All participants receive a medal w..

Experience a scenic off road race through the beautiful Otter Valley featuring an undulating 10km and a family friendly fun run. Enjoy a route along the river and old railway line with on site camping available for the weekend.

Join the Butterfly Run at Parc Taf Bargoed with rock up and run starts across distances from 5 km to ultra on a scenic tarmac course with a short riverside trail. Staggered starts, aid stations and an optional supersized spinning medal awai..