Trail Running calendar near Lynton 2025-2026

Celebrate the 40th Haytor Heller on Dartmoor, a challenging 6 mile off road loop from Haytor Rock. Expect steep climbs, fast descents, woodland stretches and a stream crossing for a classic moorland race.

Take on the Saints Way Challenge & Ricochet in Looe on 5 September 2026, choosing 28 or 56 mile ultras along Cornwall's scenic Saints Way trail. Expect stocked feed stations, live GPS tracking and finisher medals, with a mandatory kit list.

Join the Ross on Wye Riverbank Run on 6 September 2026 for scenic multi terrain 5k, 10k and a family fun 500m along the River Wye. Flat, fast course, chip timing and medals for all finishers make it perfect for racers and families alike.

Join the Carnival Chase on 6 Sep in Warminster Town Park for 10K, 3K and a 1.2K family, wheelchair and buggy fun run. Enjoy a scenic country lane course by the boating lake, medals for all and a lively event village.

Woodchester Trail Challenge on 6 September 2026 is a demanding eight mile hilly woodland run through Woodchester Park with a new start and route. Expect a metal finisher medal and a strict two hour cut off.

Test your legs on the Dartmoor Volcano Race, a scenic 10.5 mile trail that climbs to Ryder's Hill and winds past the Red Lake Volcano. Rugged moorland, river crossings and sweeping views make this a bold and memorable challenge.

Tackle The Relentless on 18 September 2026 at Bridgend Miniature Railway, a rugged 10 mile loop with big climbs and a full lap hub for crew, food and rest. Pick 50 mile or 100 mile and push your limits on this intimate ultra.

Salmon Run on 19 September 2026 is a scenic community run from Exmouth to Dulverton offering a 43 mile ultra or relay sections for teams. Celebrate river conservation with music, local activities and a medal for all finishers.

Run the Pumsaint trail half marathon in Llanwrda, a scenic, hilly route through the Cothi valley that rewards effort with great views. Held each September from Pumsaint Village Hall, it is a perfect challenge for trail lovers.

Tackle the Saints & Smugglers 100 Mile Challenge Part Deux in Looe, Cornwall on 26 to 27 September 2026, a coastal 100 mile route with about 18,000 ft of climbing and a 39 hour cutoff. Supported with GPS tracking, ferry crossings and checkp..

Run the stunning Gower Coastal Trail Races on 26 September 2026, with 23, 34 or 50 mile options along dramatic cliffs, beaches and charming fishing villages. Chip timing, checkpoints and post race facilities make this a must do coastal chal..

Enjoy scenic off road runs or walks around Fleet Lagoon in Dorset, with 10k, half marathon, marathon, a new four person marathon relay and a canicross category. Trails are waymarked and the event raises funds for local charities.

Take on scenic park trails at Margam Country Park on 27 September 2026 with a choice of 5K or 10K laps suited to runners of all levels. Chip timing, water stations and a finisher medal ensure a rewarding and well supported race day.

Run through ancient woodland in the Forest of Dean at the Autumn Half Marathon starting and finishing at Speech House. This scenic 13 mile trail on well marked tracks supports local charities and awards a medal to every finisher.

Run wild Dartmoor in early October with the Dartmoor Way from Okehampton, choose the challenging 100 mile Full Circle or the rugged 51 mile Granite 50. Waymarked and fully supported, routes across moorland promise epic scenery.

Run the Dartmoor Way in October 2026 with two linked supported ultras: Full Circle 100 around the moor and Granite 50 on the eastern leg. Tough moorland, scenic trails and staffed checkpoints make it a fully supported adventure.

Push your limits on the Salt Settlers Six Hour Race, a scenic 4.4 km loop in the Lower Otter valley from Budleigh Salterton Cricket Club. Run or walk solo or in pairs across six hours and enjoy cafe, showers and a commemorative memento.

Put your navigation skills to the test at East Devon 8 Trigs, a self navigated trail from Budleigh Salterton with 21 km, 42 km and 53 km routes along the South West Coast Path and Woodbury Common. Solo or two person teams, GPS tracking and..

Run a scenic multi terrain 10 mile course through Stover Country Park and Teigngrace, mostly off road, at Stover School, Newton Abbot on Sunday 4 October 2026. Limited to 325 entries and includes a 1 mile fun run and bespoke finisher medals..

Run a scenic and rugged half marathon through the Quantock Hills, featuring rolling climbs, forest trails and open moorland. Enjoy on course support, a finishers medal and a festival vibe with camping, pizza and nearby pubs.