Trail Running calendar near Padstow 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.

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.

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.

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 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.

Take on the Atlantic Coast Challenge along the rugged South West Coast Path from near Padstow to Lands End, choosing one, two or all three days of stunning coastal trails. Expect wild scenery, steep climbs and a finisher's medal plus a Corn..

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..

Take on Devon coast and moorland at the South Hams Ultra on 10 and 11 October 2026, with 100 mile, 44 mile and marathon routes finishing at Mothecombe. Scenic but tough trails, tidal crossings and full race support await.

Run the scenic muddy trails of Roadford Lake on 31 October 2026 at the Devon Trail Races, with 10K and half marathon distances plus canicross races. Enjoy a finisher medal, post race food, prizes and a friendly festival atmosphere.

The Cornish Marathon takes runners on a scenic circular route from Pensilva through Bodmin Moor and the Fowey Valley, finishing at the Millenium Centre. Expect about 2200 ft of climbing, a warm community vibe, and support for local charitie..

Take on the dramatic South West Coast Path to Minehead with distances from 38 km to a rugged 110 mile ultra. Self navigation with GPX files and GPS tracking delivers wild coastal scenery, Exmoor climbs and an epic seaside challenge.

Explore Gower's wild coast on 7 November 2026 with 10K, half marathon, marathon and ultra trail options across cliffs, dunes, woodland and beaches. Expect tough terrain, stunning views and a friendly post race gathering.

Coastal trail running on the Cornish Coast Path from Pendeen to Godrevy with a marathon or a lighthouse ultra. Rugged terrain, big climbs and stunning sea views make this a scenic but serious test.

Join the Dark Dart Dash, a magical night trail at Dartington Hall starting from the Green Table Cafe, with 1K kids to 10K and canicross options. Run under torchlight, enjoy post race pizzas and drinks while supporting a new playground.

The Medal Mix Challenge Day 1, organized by Running Events Devon, takes place near Capel Lane, Littleham, Exmouth on November 28, 2026. This 7-hour timed event features a scenic 5.3 km out-and-back course on an old disused train line, fully..

Race The Light at Mothecombe offers scenic estuary trails and a bold double River Erme crossing, with 8.5 mile Classic and Half Marathon routes. Courses are fully marked, finishers receive a bespoke medal and a head torch is required.