Trail Running calendar near Ipplepen 2026-2027

Summer Canal Canter in Tiverton features a flat half marathon, 10 km and 5 km all on the Grand Western Canal Path. The event donates half of its profits to The Friends of The Grand Western Canal and awards a bespoke finisher medal.

A 5 mile multi-terrain race on Saturday 1 August 2026 around Shave Cross and Pilsdon in the Marshwood Vale. Based at Kittys Farm, the event limits entries to 70 and includes awards plus medals for all finishers.

A community-organised road half marathon and multi-terrain 5K around Sturminster Newton on 2 August 2026, with water stations, marshals, a race T-shirt and finish cake. Online entries close 1 August; day entries possible if places remain.

Experience a scenic off road run alongside the River Dart in Devon. This community focused event features an 11km main course and a 1 mile fun run with medals for all finishers and a post race BBQ.

A scenic evening cross-country event at North Perrott Cricket Club offering a two-lap 10K and an approximate 6K fun run, limited to 250 entries, cupless with water stations, chip timing and proceeds supporting local community projects.

Two point-to-point ultra races across the Mendip Way: a 30 miler on the West Mendip Way and a 50 miler covering the full Mendip Way, both finishing at Uphill Sands Beach with multiple aid stations and professional medical cover.

Tackle the Sticklepath Horseshoe a 15.5 km fell race over rugged moorland with 519 m climb. Pre entry is limited so book early. Bring map compass and solid navigation skills as this event is not suitable for beginners.

West 100 is a crewed, self-navigation 100 mile team event in Cornwall with three coastal routes, mandatory qualifying criteria and a 36 hour completion limit; organisers provide crew support, food and checkpoint meeting every 5 to 6 miles.

A canal-side lap event in Exeter on 8 August 2026 offering laps of a 5.3 km course with distances from 5 km to ultra marathon, a no medal entry option, and a 7 hour limit. Places are limited to 50 runners.

A mainly trail 5k along the Jurassic Coast from Peveril Point via Durlston Country Park to Anvil Point Lighthouse and back into Swanage. The race is part of Swanage Lifeboat Week and the Purbeck Trail Series.

Inflatable 5K in Exeter on 15 August 2026 offers inflatable obstacle laps of 2.5k with options of 2.5k, 5k, 10k and 15k. The event includes music zones, finisher medals, on-course hydration and family and group ticket discounts.

Trail running at Fyne Court Estate in the Quantock Hills AONB with 5 km and 10 km options, using parkland and woodland trails. The 10 km is two laps of the 5 km circuit and medals are optional to reduce waste.

A Dartmoor fell race with a senior course of about 10 km and 450 m climb plus junior races for ages 6 and up. The route is marshalled for erosion control and race HQ is at the rugby club with nearby parking.

An evening trail event near Dorchester with 5k and 10k routes through sunflower fields and bridleways. Routes include an aid station and finishers receive medals, while the event supports a local hospital charity.

Portmellon Trail is a new 12 km trail run on 16 August 2026 around the coastal village of Portmellon and the Wet Bodrugan nature reserve. The course is described as fun, technical and challenging and the entry fee is 20 GBP.

Join the Crook Peak Cake Race in Axbridge on Wed 19 Aug 2026 for a spirited 3 mile fell challenge across stunning Somerset hills, finishing with cake and community cheer. On the day entry available for runners aged 14 and up.

Join the Gt. Links Tor Flyer on Dartmoor for a challenging 7.5 km fell race with 388 m of climb, finishing at the Fox & Hounds in Lydford. Open to seniors and juniors with pre and on the day entry.

Timed races from 2.5 km to a half marathon take place at Scorrier House on 23 August 2026, alongside a five hour endurance event called Scorriergeddon. On-site food, music and awards are part of the event.

A children's fun run organised by Afan Valley Swimming Club on 23 August, covering approximately 1 mile of mixed grass and tarmac with uphill and downhill sections. Entry includes a finishers' medal and a bag of sweets.

A point to point coastal event from Weymouth to Swanage covering about 32 miles with a 12 hour limit. The route features steep climbs, staffed checkpoints, pre-booked coach transfers from Swanage to Weymouth, and a meal at the finish.