Trail Running calendar near Polzeath 2026-2027

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 fully supported 100 mile route around Cornwall on 26–27 September 2026, starting and finishing in Looe. Competitors have 39 hours, live GPS tracking, two ferry crossings and seven feed stations.

A non-stop 100 mile circumnavigation of Dartmoor on the waymarked Dartmoor Way, held 2 to 3 October 2026 in Okehampton. The route includes over 4000 m ascent, six indoor checkpoints, GPS tracking and a 34 hour time limit.

A three day coastal challenge from near Padstow to Lands End covering up to 78.6 miles with GPS tracking, staffed checkpoints, daily transport from event HQ and on course medical support.

A long distance trail race of about 50 mile across eastern Dartmoor following the Dartmoor Way from Scorriton to Okehampton, with over 2000 metres of ascent, three checkpoints offering hot food, GPX route files and medical support.

A six hour loop race in the Lower Otter valley where participants complete as many 4.4 km laps as possible. Solo and pairs relay options, aid station every lap, and facilities at Budleigh Salterton Cricket Club.

An endurance event near Bedruthan Steps and St Eval where runners complete repeated laps of 4.167 miles until one person remains. Camping is available and entrants must be over 18.

Self navigation trail event in East Devon on 3 October 2026 starting at Budleigh Salterton Cricket Club. Offers approx 21 km, 42 km and 53 km options for solo entrants or pairs with GPS tracking and onsite facilities.

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.

A multi terrain 10 mile race based at Stover School that is mostly off road through Stover Country Park, with a separate 1 mile fun run within the school grounds.

A lap-based trail event at Mill Marsh Park on 04 October 2026, with a 5.3 km lap that can be repeated for distances from 5 km to ultra. Flexible start times, a 7 hour time limit, and medal or lower-cost no-medal entry options are offered.

A five day series across the Isles of Scilly offering marathons, half marathons and island loops on five islands. Participants can complete the full series or enter single days, with marked loops and island support facilities.

A circumnavigation event in South Hams, Devon offering 100 mile, 44 mile and marathon routes along the South Hams Way and coastal paths, with multiple checkpoints, GPS trackers and a paid ferry crossing.

A 24 hour looped endurance event in Haldon Forest where runners complete one lap every hour and choose distances from 10k to ultramarathon. The final lap decides the winners and all participants receive wooden medals.

Duchy an Dinas 5 takes place on 11 October 2026 at the Duchy of Cornwall Nursery in Lostwithiel. The event is limited to 150 runners, lists separate affiliated and unaffiliated entry fees, offers medals for all finishers and free parking.

A 20 mile trail run or hike in South Devon starting and finishing at Broadsands Beach in Torbay. The route goes inland to Kingswear then along the South West Coast Path with about 4000 ft ascent, three aid stations and a cupless policy.

Trail races at Oxwich Bay with a self-navigated half marathon plus marked 10k and 5k routes. The event is postponed and a new date will be announced.

A coastal endurance test where time changes and loop distance stays limited. Competitors face 12 timed rounds plus a final hour if they survive; required pace is revealed only at the start of each round.

Day one of a two day mountain marathon at Westermill Farm, Exford, featuring a 40 km course with 1800 m of climb. Teams of two must pre-enter and the entry fee covers both race days and campsite.

Weekend obstacle event at Scorrier House Estate, Cornwall, with 10 km, 5 km and 2.5 km courses plus a dog-friendly K9 day. Mud, water and designed obstacles focus on teamwork and completing the course at your own pace.