Trail Running calendar near Lynton 2026-2027

Experience the rugged beauty of the North Cornwall coast with four trail distances starting from the golden sands of Polzeath. Runners will navigate severe terrain and dramatic coastal paths in this professionally timed event.

Experience a scenic multi terrain run through the Jurassic Coast and Otter valley starting from Budleigh Salterton. Choose between a half or third marathon featuring quiet lanes and historic landmarks.

An offroad event at Pengethley Manor offering 5k, 10k, half, marathon and ultra options with a seven hour time limit. Race and virtual entries are available in January, with paid entries receiving themed medals.

A seven day offroad challenge at Pengethley Manor where runners or walkers choose daily distances from 5k to Ultra and earn a unique medal each day; a virtual option is available during January.

Trail event at Pengethley Manor offering 5k, 10k, half, marathon and ultra distances within a seven hour time limit. The offroad laps include a hill and vineyard sections and a virtual option with a personalised bib and medal is available.

Part of the 7 Deadly Sins series at Pengethley Manor, The Lusty Run offers offroad distances from 5k to Ultra with a seven hour completion limit. A virtual option during January includes a personalised virtual bib and recorded result.

Offroad lap-based event at Pengethley Manor offering 5k, 10k, half, marathon and ultra options with a seven hour time limit. A virtual January option, themed medals and on-site facilities are provided.

Part of the Seven Deadly Sins series at Pengethley Manor, this offroad event offers 5k, 10k, Half, Marathon and Ultra options on 2.5k laps with a seven hour time limit. A virtual option in January includes a personalised bib and medal after..

Part of the 7 Deadly Sins series, The Greedy Run is at Pengethley Manor on 16 January 2027. Runners choose 5k, 10k, half, marathon or ultra and must complete their chosen distance within seven hours on a tough off road lap course.

Night trail races in Haldon Forest offering 10K, 5K, 2K and 1K distances plus a canicross option. Courses are marked and marshalled with chip timing, finishers medals, event photos and on-site catering.

An off road event at Pengethley Manor offering 5k, 10k, half, full marathon and ultra distances with a seven hour limit. Virtual entries and themed medals are available.

Experience a technical trail run through South Devon's Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Choose between four distances featuring rugged coastal paths and steep inland hills starting from Beesands.

Experience the mythical landscape of Dartmoor during this midwinter trail event featuring a marathon and half marathon. Run past ancient stone circles and pagan sites on courses that offer significant elevation gain.

Pagan Trails offers two challenging winter trail runs on Dartmoor. The over-28-mile Marathon and over-14-mile Half Marathon routes pass ancient stone circles and pagan sites. It's a significant test with strict time limits and mandatory saf..

The May Hill Massacre is a demanding 7-8 mile cross-country run in Gloucestershire, featuring steep climbs and muddy trails. A longer 14-15 mile Mayhem option is available for those seeking an extra challenge.

Race through the spectacular winter landscape of Westonbirt Arboretum after dark. Choose from 5km or 10km distances on a solid, road-like trail. Explore over 2,500 species of trees under the night sky.

Experience a scenic and flat run through Exeter’s historic Quayside and Riverside Valley Park. Choose between a two lap half marathon or a five mile course and earn a bespoke finisher medal.

Run through the stunning Westonbirt Arboretum, home to over 2,500 tree species, on a solid surface perfect for a scenic race. Choose from 5 km or 10 km distances with multiple wave starts for this popular winter event.

A 17 mile self navigated trail run through scenic East Devon. Runners visit four distinct trig points on a course that starts and ends at the Sidmouth Watersports Hub.

A measured 10 mile road race in Melksham with a route through Lacock, a finisher medal and prizes across age categories. The field is limited to 300 places and entries close on 1 January 2027 or earlier if full.