Trail Running calendar near Salcombe 2026-2027

A starlit night trail at Arlington Court in North Devon, organised by Ilfracombe Running Club, with 6 km and 12 km loop options. Mandatory headtorch and trail shoes, age limits apply, and a 50 minute first-loop cut off for the 12 km.

Tackle 10 miles of mixed trails and heritage scenery around St Austell, with challenging climbs and views of former clay workings. Friendly club race with on site facilities, a finishers medal and proceeds supporting the Southwest Coast Pat..

A self-navigated 50 km east-to-west Dartmoor traverse with GPX files and live GPS tracking, checkpoints that double as feed stations, 1,389 m ascent and a 10-hour cut off, finishing at Tavistock Stannary Brewing Company.

Trail races at Escot Park on 28 March 2026 offer a 10K and a two-lap half marathon with canicross classes, chip timing, finishers medals and on-course support.

Experience a magical Twilight Run at Siblyback Lake with 2.5 km, 4.8 km and 9.6 km trails perfect for families and trail lovers. Enjoy buggy friendly routes, finisher medals, free race photos and Canicross options as dusk falls under torchl..

Take part in the Minster Challenge on 29 March 2026 in Axminster, with 12km, 5km and 3km options across scenic but testing terrain. All finishers get medals and you can refuel with homemade cakes and hot drinks at race HQ.

A multi-terrain event in mid Devon on 29 March 2026 featuring a 10 mile trail race with 637 m ascent and a 5 km fun run. The Fury is primarily off-road and unlicensed fun runners receive a medal.

Trail running event from Minehead using a steam train to the start points. Distances include **11 km**, **11 miles** and a full marathon returning to Minehead across the Quantock Hills and coastal paths.

A two-lap vertical-ascent race at Perranporth Airfield that covers 15 miles with 1000 m of ascent and descent; entries run from December to April, finishers receive a cowbell medal and entrants receive a TRIBE bar.

A chip-timed 22-mile coastal trail run on 12 April 2026 from Exmouth to Seaton with about 4,000 feet of ascent, relay options and a shorter Sidmouth to Seaton race; pre-race transport and baggage transfer are available.

A coastal 13 km out-and-back trail race along the north cliffs of Cornwall on 18 April 2026, starting at The Hells Mouth Coffee House. Parking is at the start, with a discounted £15 entry for runners who cycle or run to the event.

A multi stage route across Devon on the Two Moors Way offering a coast to coast 112 mile ultra, 75 km and 100 km stages and a marathon on Exmoor. Staffed checkpoints and mandatory GPS tracking support participants.

A coastal race on the South West Coast Path offering a 50 km ultra and a 13.1 mile half marathon between Kingswear or Preston Green and Shaldon. Both routes are mostly trails, include aid stations, mandatory kit and a cupless policy.

A 37 miles coast to coast ultra from Boscastle to Looe on 25 April 2026, crossing Bodmin Moor with live GPS tracking, four checkpoints, a 13.5 hour cut off, medals for all, and support for East Cornwall Search & Rescue Team.

A multi terrain seven mile race around Kilmington with woodland, field and road sections, plus a 3 km option and a 1 km fun run for children. The event includes registration, parking, refreshments and a water station, and is held under ARC..

A weekend trail running festival based at Offwell Village Hall with multiple ultra and shorter courses, live GPS tracking and aid stations. Events run over the first bank holiday weekend in May and include camping and bag drop services.

Coastal and moorland trail runs from Caffyns Farm, Lynton, with five distances from 5 km to 56 km, outposts and GPS tracks on the Ultra, plus reusable cup policy and conservation support.

A five mile mixed terrain race around Boconnoc Estate near Lostwithiel on 6 May 2026, organised by East Cornwall Harriers. Entries open 27 December 2025 and the event includes trails, unmade paths and some road sections.

A multi-day coastal festival at Hope Cove combining trail races from kids' 1K to an ultra, organised sea swims and swim runs, camping, live music, speakers, forest school and on-site food and bar facilities.

A coastal and countryside route following the Sid Valley Ring walking trail, with an uphill start, coastal views across Lyme Bay and a new 13.5 km Third Marathon joining the half route. The event is open to runners and walkers.