Trail Running calendar near Kingswear 2026-2027

A **30 mile** ultra run from Studland Bay around the Isle of Purbeck with about 4600 ft elevation. The guided coastal route uses the Purbeck Way and South West Coast Path and passes Corfe Castle, Kimmeridge Bay, Swanage and Old Harry Rocks.

A fully supported cross-country challenge across Dartmoor offering 50 km and 30 km routes with staffed checkpoints, map and GPS support, and Mountain Leaders providing navigation and first aid.

Experience a challenging 6 mile moorland race across the rugged terrain of Dartmoor including steep climbs and woodland trails. This historic off road event finishes with a fast downhill run at the iconic Haytor Rock.

Two ultra-distance events along the Saints Way Trail in Cornwall on 05 September 2026, offering 28-mile and 56-mile routes, live GPS tracking, feed stations, medals and race photography.

A roughly 13(ish) mile TRA licensed trail race around Corfe Castle Common and the Purbeck coast on 06 September 2026. The event includes four water stations a 3 hour 30 minute cutoff and awards trophies plus a finisher t shirt.

Coastal running from Exeter to Babbacombe Downs with 50k, marathon and half marathon options; cupless format, marked coast path, cut-offs, and a bespoke medal plus a warm pasty at the finish.

A multi-duration trail event at Tehidy Woods on 12 September 2026, using a marked 4 mile loop. Runners choose from 3, 6, 9 or 12 hour formats and compete on a hilly, technical woodland course.

A high level 10.5 mile trail race across rocky, boggy Dartmoor terrain, featuring an ascent of the Red Lake Volcano and a touch of Ryder's Hill. The route is fully marked and marshaled and requires runners to be at least 17 years old.

A short fell race on Dartmoor of just under 5 km with 276 m ascent, starting and finishing at Sourton Village Hall. Junior races are available with marked short routes and low entry fees.

Experience the rugged beauty of the Dorset coastline with trail races ranging from 10k to a 50k ultra. Run through the historic Lulworth Castle Estate featuring scenic climbs and coastal views.

A multi-terrain running event at the Flete Estate organised by Ivybridge Rotary Club, featuring 10K, 5K and 1K races, with marshalled routes, medical cover and finishers' awards for each distance.

An eight miles town to tide charity run from Barnstaple Pannier Market to Crow Point with a one mile children's fun run and an event village. Funds raised support Families in Grief's 20 Years of Hope campaign.

A 10 km multiterrain race at Woodland Fort in Crownhill, Plymouth on 13 September 2026. The two-lap route runs through Woodland Woods and quiet roads and finishes at an event village with refreshments and commemorative medals.

A 6k forest run near Moreton, Dorset, over woodland paths with the final kilometre on a quiet country road. Open to runners aged 14 and over; entry fees are £11 or £9 for affiliated runners and proceeds support local charities.

A 10 km fell race at Seatown and Chideock Hill on 13 September 2026 with about 570 m of climb. Entry is available beforehand or on the day for a £20 fee and the minimum age is 18.

A roughly 10 km multi-terrain run around Crediton, mostly off road on footpaths, fields and quiet lanes. The course is signposted, offers water at 5 km and the finish, and includes medals, goody bags and category prizes.

A community event tracing the River Exe from Exmouth to Dulverton, offering a 43 mile ultra and a non-competitive relay in shorter sections. The run raises awareness of the Exe salmon’s decline and includes local music and ceremonial moment..

A 23 mile trail event on the Quantock Hills where runners compete alongside horses, with an additional Pegasus Challenge 4 person relay. The event is in Over Stowey and organised by Equi-Librium Coaching and Therapy CIC.

A trail marathon and a 27 km event on 20 September 2026 around Swanage, featuring coastal and hill routes, published time limits, mandatory safety kit and local charity involvement.

A long running trail race in the Doone Valley, Exmoor covering about 16 km (10 miles) over scenic but hilly terrain. The 37th edition limits entries to 250, requires entrants to be at least 16 and uses chip timing.