Trail Running calendar near Plymouth 2026-2027

A mainly off road challenge across Dartmoor with a 50 km route from Okehampton to Ivybridge and a 30 km option from Postbridge. Qualified mountain leaders, checkpoints and on route refreshments provide support.

Experience a challenging 6 mile moorland race across the rugged terrain of Dartmoor including steep climbs and woodland trails. This historic off road event finishes with a fast downhill run at the iconic Haytor Rock.

Two ultra-distance events along the Saints Way Trail in Cornwall on 05 September 2026, offering 28-mile and 56-mile routes, live GPS tracking, feed stations, medals and race photography.

Coastal running from Exeter to Babbacombe Downs with 50k, marathon and half marathon options; cupless format, marked coast path, cut-offs, and a bespoke medal plus a warm pasty at the finish.

A multi-duration trail event at Tehidy Woods on 12 September 2026, using a marked 4 mile loop. Runners choose from 3, 6, 9 or 12 hour formats and compete on a hilly, technical woodland course.

A 10th edition, 10.5 mile trail race on southern Dartmoor around Ryder's Hill and the Red Lake Volcano. The route features rocky and boggy terrain, river and Clapper Bridge crossings, and about 650 m of ascent.

A 5.25 km off road fell race on Dartmoor with 276 m ascent, starting and finishing at Sourton Village Hall. The course requires self navigation with compulsory checkpoints and includes separate marked junior races and category prizes.

A community running event at The Flete Estate on 12 September 2026 offering 10 km, 5 km and a 1 km fun run, organised by Ivybridge Rotary Club to raise money for charity.

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

A 10 km two-lap multiterrain race at Woodland Fort, Plymouth on 13 September 2026, with wooded paths, grass and quiet roads, post-race refreshments at an event village and commemorative medals for all finishers.

A 10 km fell race at Seatown and Chideock Hill on 13 September 2026 with about 570 m of climb. Entry is available beforehand or on the day for a £20 fee and the minimum age is 18.

A multi-terrain approximately 10 km run around Crediton with mostly off-road footpaths, grassland and farmland, Race HQ at Queen Elizabeth School, water stations at 5 km and finish, marshals, medals and age-category prizes.

Salmon Run is an event organised by Wild Running and scheduled for 19 Sep; the available listing gives the name, organiser and date but does not provide location, distance or course details.

A 23 mile trail race on the Quantock Hills that pits human runners against horses, with a Pegasus Challenge four person relay. The event is held in Over Stowey and organised by Equi-Librium Coaching and Therapy CIC.

The Ham & Lyme 100K/50K will take place in Ham Hill, Somerset on Saturday 19 September 2026. You can run 50 kilometers.

A long running trail race in the Doone Valley, Exmoor covering about 16 km (10 miles) over scenic but hilly terrain. The 37th edition limits entries to 250, requires entrants to be at least 16 and uses chip timing.

A single loop 10K trail run at Woodbury Common on natural trails with climbs and stream crossings. All finishers receive medals and top male and female finishers receive prizes including a donated sports massage.

MacTuffX Exeter at Exeter Arena on 20 September 2026 combines ten functional Xercises with repeated runs across solo doubles and team formats. Entries are for ages 18 and over and a LITE weight option is available.

An approximately eight mile multi terrain race around Crooklets and Maer Down in Bude featuring coastal and countryside trails, water stations, and a charity donation to Bude Surf Life Saving Club. Fancy dress is encouraged.

A guided, slow-paced run around Burrator Reservoir of about 11 to 12 miles across paths, trails and open moorland, gaining over 2000 ft and offering reservoir views, photo opportunities and notes on local Dartmoor history.