Trail Running calendar near Polzeath 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.

Take on the Dartmoor Volcano Race, a scenic 10.5 mile trail around Ryders Hill and the Red Lake Volcano with over 550 metres of ascent across rugged moorland. Limited to 250 runners, finishers earn a bespoke medal.

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..

Explore wild Dartmoor on 2 and 3 October 2026 with OuterEdge Events: a 100 miles Full Circle and a 51 miles Granite 50. Rugged moorland, woodlands and riverside trails with manned checkpoints, tracking and full support.

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..

Tackle Dartmoor on this supported trail challenge through moorland, woods and riverside trails with 100 miles or 51 miles options. Checkpoints, on course support and epic scenery make it a must for experienced trail runners.

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 the South Hams Ultra on 10 and 11 October 2026, a stunning multi distance trail around South Hams with 100 miles, 44 miles or marathon options. Expect coastal views, estuaries, a ferry crossing and tough, rewarding terrain.

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..

Choose from five scenic coastal ultras along the South West Coast Path, from a challenging 110 mile test to shorter 38 km routes. Self navigation with GPS tracking guides runners across dramatic cliffs, beaches and moorland for a true coast..

Endurancelife Gower at Oxwich Bay on 8 November 2025 invites runners to tackle stunning cliff top, woodland and beach trails across challenging terrain. Choose from 10K to ultra distances and finish with sea views and a medal.

Take on the Cornish coast at the Lighthouse Marathon and Ultra on 7 November 2026, a point to point trail finishing at Godrevy lighthouse. Choose 26.2 miles or about 35 miles across rocks, sand and big climbs; ultra field is limited.

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..

The Medal Mix Challenge Day 2, organized by Running Events Devon, takes place on Sunday, 29th November 2026 near Capel Lane, Littleham, Exmouth. This 7-hour timed event welcomes runners and walkers of all abilities to complete as many 5.3 k..

The Fordh Sen Mighal will take place in St Ives on Saturday 5 December 2026.

Kick off 2027 with a 7 hour timed challenge in Exmouth on the scenic tarmac of the old Capel Lane rail line. Tackle as many 5.3 km laps as you can on this mainly flat out and back course and earn a finisher medal.