Trail Running calendar near Merrivale 2026-2027

Gecko Gathering at Scorrier House in Redruth offers timed runs from 2.5 km to a half marathon plus a five hour Scorriergeddon endurance event, with personalised bibs, medals, food vendors and family activities on a private estate.

A children’s fun run of about one mile on mixed grass and tarmac around Bryn Rugby Field, organised by Afan Valley Swimming Club; entry includes a finishers medal and a bag of sweets, and parents may accompany under 9s.

Experience scenic trail running at Wimbleball Lake with 5km and 10km routes across the dam. This event features chip timing, custom medals, and dedicated Canicross categories for runners and their dogs.

An evening trail event at Newnham Park, Plympton on 28 August 2026 offering 8 mile and 4 mile loops. Canicross runners are welcome and proceeds support Bowel Cancer West.

Experience a point to point mountain ultra from the Black Mountains to Cardiff featuring scenic ridges and historic castles. Choose between 33 or 44 mile distances with indoor aid stations and self navigation along the Cambrian Way.

A timed endurance event on 29-30 August 2026 where runners complete a 4.167 mile circuit each hour until one remains; entries have a minimum age of 18, include camping, and raise funds for bowel cancer support and research.

Test your endurance at this 8 hour timed challenge along a scenic disused railway line in Devon. Run or walk as many laps as you choose in a flexible and supportive environment.

Complete as many 5.3 km laps as you choose in this flexible eight hour timed event along a scenic disused railway line in Bridestowe. Runners and walkers of all abilities are welcome to join this undulating off road challenge.

Enjoy an 8 hour timed challenge along a scenic disused railway line in Devon. Complete as many 5.3 km laps as you like at your own pace with a flexible start time and inclusive atmosphere.

Experience a 30 mile ultra marathon along the scenic ridge tops of the Rhymney Valley Ridgeway Walk in South East Wales with no time limits and full course support.

A fully supported off road event across Dartmoor with 50 km and 30 km routes, GPX and map options, checkpoints with refreshments and Mountain Leader support for navigation and first aid.

A single-lap, off-road moorland race of about 6 miles around Haytor Rock on Dartmoor, featuring steep climbs, a stream crossing and two woodland sections. The event has a 350-runner limit, water stations and medals for all finishers.

Two coast-to-coast ultras along the Saints Way Trail in Cornwall offering 28-mile and 56-mile options with live GPS tracking, feed stations, medals and required kit; organised by Purple Gecko Events on 5 September 2026.

A 10.5 mile, 100% trail race on southern Dartmoor near Scorriton, featuring rocky and boggy terrain, river and clapper bridge crossings, and an ascent of the Red Lake Volcano. The event requires a minimum age of 17 and a mandatory kit list.

Sourton Tor Race uses a revised, slightly longer route with more uphill and a new start. The final race of the summer series includes marked junior races of 2 km and 3 km.

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.

Experience a unique multi-terrain race through the private Flete Estate featuring riverside paths and woodland tracks. With distances of 10km, 5km, and a 1km fun run, there is an event for every speed set in spectacular surroundings.

An eight mile fundraising run from Barnstaple Pannier Market to Crow Point marking Families in Grief's 20 Years of Hope campaign, with a one mile children's race, an event village and medals for finishers.

A two lap 10 km multiterrain race through Woodland Woods and quiet roads around Woodland Fort in Crownhill, Plymouth. Organised by Storm Plymouth, finishers receive commemorative medals and post-race refreshments are provided.

A 6k woodland trail run in Moreton Forest on 13 September 2026, based at Moreton Village Hall. Runners must be 14 or older; affiliated entry £8 and unaffiliated £10. The event raises funds for Bonnie’s Last Wish for Suffering Donkeys.