Trail Running calendar near Lifton 2026-2027

An eight hour timed loop event in Bridestowe on an out and back 5.3 km route along an old disused train line, with flexible start under a Turn Up Get Going system. Entry is limited to 70 and entrants must be at least 18 years old.

A coastal festival near Hope Cove, Devon combining trail races from 5k to ultra with swim runs, a sea swim, camping, family activities, forest school and evening music.

A new *15 mile* trail event in September 2026 on the Rhymney Valley Ridgeway Walk, with 2,267 ft of ascent, mostly off-road terrain, one fully stocked checkpoint and organised entry support from Rudry to Parc Penalta.

An off-road Dartmoor challenge offering a 50 km Okehampton to Ivybridge route and a 30 km option from Postbridge, run across open moorland with staffed checkpoints and Mountain Leader support.

A single lap, off-road moorland race of about 6 miles that starts and finishes at Haytor Rock. The route crosses rugged terrain with steep climbs and descents, a water station near Hound Tor, a 350-runner limit and charity support.

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.

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 around southern Dartmoor, touching Ryder's Hill and ascending Red Lake Volcano, with rough, rocky and boggy terrain and almost 650 m of ascent, starting and finishing in Scorriton.

A 5.25 km off road fell race on Dartmoor with 276 m ascent, starting and finishing at Sourton Village Hall. The course requires self navigation with compulsory checkpoints and includes separate marked junior races and category prizes.

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.

A community event from Barnstaple Pannier Market to Crow Point marking 20 years of Families in Grief. Includes an eight mile route, a one mile children's race, an event village and fundraising for local bereaved families.

Storm the Fort 10K Multiterrain Race in Plymouth follows a two lap route over grass, wooded paths and quiet roads and finishes at Woodland Fort. A post race event village offers refreshments and a family friendly atmosphere.

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 12 km canitrail and trail run at Halo Ogmore Valley Life Centre in Ogmore Vale on 13 September 2026, held in aid of PAPYRUS. Participants may take part with dogs; tickets are listed at £26 and refunds are not offered.

A mainly off road multi terrain run of about 10 km around Crediton with Race HQ at Queen Elizabeth School Barnfield Site. The route uses footpaths, grassland and farmland, has a water station at 5 km and offers medals and age category prize..

A 43-mile ultra and team relay along the Exe Valley Way from Exmouth to Dulverton, Salmon Run links running with river conservation and community events while tracing the salmon's upstream journey.

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 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.

A single loop 10K trail run at Woodbury Common on natural trails with climbs and stream crossings. All finishers receive medals and top male and female finishers receive prizes including a donated sports massage.