Polzeath
Trail Running Calendar near Polzeath 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Polzeath for 2026-2027! We've gathered 27 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
An overnight supported trail event along the ancient Saints Way from Fowey to Padstow and back, with seven manned checkpoints, mandatory kit and issued GPS trackers. Cut off is 17.5 hours and the minimum age is 18.
Multi-duration trail event in Tehidy Woods on 12 September 2026 offering 3, 6, 9 and 12 hour loop races on a marked 4 mile circuit; entries open.
About eight miles of mostly off road coastal terrain around Crooklets, Bude with big hills, ankle timing tags, a finisher medal and a post race pasty.
A supported 100 mile self navigation event in Cornwall on 26 and 27 September 2026 with 18,000 ft ascent, ferry crossings and seven checkpoints.
October 2026
Cornwall Backyard Ultra sends runners on hourly 6.7 km loops between Bedruthan Steps and St Eval, with coastal views and on site camping. This open ended endurance test finishes when one runner remains after completing a lap.
A 40 mile coastal endurance event from Fistral Beach to St Ives Bay Holiday Park following the South West Coast Path, with GPS tracking, staffed checkpoints and medical cover for participants.
Coastal multi-terrain 10 km from Mount Hawke cricket club with technical and muddy sections; entry limited to 230 and a children's 24-minute laps event is included.
A club organised race in Lostwithiel on 11 October 2026 with limited entry, separate affiliated and unaffiliated fees, on site facilities and medals for all finishers.
Twelve hours plus one endurance event at Perranporth Life Saving Club with 12 timed rounds, shifting time requirements and a final head to head hour.
An obstacle course event at Scorrier House Estate with 10 km, 5 km and 2.5 km routes plus a dog-friendly K9 day.
November 2026
Cornwall’s only all-road marathon, held in Pensilva on 1 November 2026, follows a scenic route across Bodmin Moor and the Fowey Valley. The course has about 2200 ft of elevation and a 6.5 hour cut-off; entries are open.
December 2026
A festive coastal trail event in Newquay offering 8-mile Pisky, 15-mile Long Half and a 30-mile ultramarathon with GPS tracking for longer routes and a mandatory safety kit requirement.
January 2027
April 2027
May 2027
A 5k obstacle event at Stithians Showground where participants climb, crawl and slide over gravel and grass terrain. Participants must be 13 or older and there is a minimum fundraising target of £50.