Trail Running calendar near Lynton 2026-2027

Haytor Heller is a single lap, off road moorland race of about 6 miles around Haytor Rock with steep climbs, a stream crossing and a strict cut off at Hound Tor. The event has a 350 runner limit and entries open in spring.

This ultra-marathon offers two epic coastal challenges on Cornwall's Saints Way Trail: a 28-mile route or a 56-mile out-and-back. It features GPS tracking, medals for all, and fully stocked feed stations. The event is based in Looe.

A running event at Westonbirt Arboretum on 5 September 2026 with 1 mile, 5 km and 10 km routes through varied tree collections; organised by Relish The Great Outdoors and currently showing tickets as sold out.

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.

A 10.5 mile trail race on Saturday 12 September 2026 across southern Dartmoor, visiting Ryders Hill and the Red Lake Volcano. The marked, marshaled route includes river crossings, bogs, a clapper bridge and an aid station at about 6.3 miles..

Eight mile town to tide run from Barnstaple Pannier Market to Crow Point on 13 September 2026, with a one mile children's race and an event village near the finish. Proceeds support Families in Grief.

Storm the Fort is a 10K multi-terrain race through Woodland Woods and quiet roads, finishing at the historic Woodland Fort in Plymouth. All runners get a commemorative medal, and post-race refreshments are available.

The Relentless This event takes place at the Bridgend Miniature Railway in Bridgend, South Wales. It is a multi-lap ultra marathon organized by Mad Running Junkies. Runners choose between two distances: a 50-mile or a 100-mile race. The rac..

A community run along the Exe Valley Way from Exmouth to Dulverton offering a 43 mile ultra and a team relay with shorter sections. The event highlights Exe salmon and works with river restoration partners.

A hilly trail event in the Cothi valley offering a 13 mile half marathon, a 6.5 mile alternative and a kids race, held at Pumsaint Village Hall with online entry and published route and results.

A 100-mile, supported self-navigation challenge in Cornwall across 26–27 September 2026, featuring 18,000 ft of ascent, two ferry crossings and seven checkpoints, with a 39-hour completion window.

Three long-distance coastal trail races on the Wales Coast Path around the Gower peninsula, with 50, 34 and 23 mile options. The event uses GPS tracking and checkpoints, and requires self-navigation and compulsory kit.

Trail runs and walks of 10k, half and full marathon distances take place around The Fleet Lagoon from Bagwell Farm Touring Park. Routes are mainly off road and follow national trails, with proceeds going to small local charities.

Take on the trails of Margam Country Park. This event offers both a 5K and a 10K route on scenic paths, with car parking and a finisher's medal included for all participants.

This autumn half marathon takes place on scenic forest trails in the Forest of Dean. The course features no road crossings and offers a unique, slightly hilly route. Organized by the Rotary Club for charity, it provides chip timing and a me..

A waymarked 100 mile circumnavigation of Dartmoor along the Dartmoor Way. Continuous non stop race with six indoor checkpoints, around 4000 m ascent, GPS tracking, mandatory kit checks and on route food and medical support.

The Dartmoor Granite 50 is a 50-mile trail race across the eastern moors of Dartmoor National Park. Starting in Scorriton and finishing in Okehampton, it features over 2000 meters of ascent and a 15-hour time limit. Entry requires trail mar..

A six hour looped race on a 4.4 km circuit through the Lower Otter valley. Solo and pairs relay options, aid station each lap, and event base at Budleigh Salterton Cricket Club with cafe and hot showers.

A self-navigation trail event in East Devon offering approximate distances of 21 km, 42 km and 53 km. Options include solo entries, pairs and team slots, with GPS tracking and checkpoint stamps at local trigpoints.