Trail Running calendar near Salcombe 2026-2027

An inflatable 5 km obstacle course in Exeter, Devon on Saturday 15 August 2026, noted by an attendee for friendly staff and enjoyable obstacles.

Trail races at Fyne Court Estate offer 5km and 10km options on undulating but well maintained trails in the Quantock Hills AONB. Wooden finisher medals are available as an optional extra to reduce waste.

A Dartmoor fell race on 15 August 2026 with junior and senior races based at Ivybridge rugby club. The senior course is about 10 km with 450 m of climb and includes multiple summits, moorland sections and stream crossings.

An evening trail event near Dorchester with 5k and 10k routes through sunflower fields and bridleways. Routes include an aid station and finishers receive medals, while the event supports a local hospital charity.

Portmellon Trail is a new 12 km trail run on 16 August 2026 around the coastal village of Portmellon and the Wet Bodrugan nature reserve. The course is described as fun, technical and challenging and the entry fee is 20 GBP.

Join the Gt. Links Tor Flyer on Dartmoor for a challenging 7.5 km fell race with 388 m of climb, finishing at the Fox & Hounds in Lydford. Open to seniors and juniors with pre and on the day entry.

Gecko Gathering at Scorrier House in Redruth offers timed runs from 2.5 km to a half marathon plus a five hour Scorriergeddon endurance event, with personalised bibs, medals, food vendors and family activities on a private estate.

Experience scenic trail running at Wimbleball Lake with 5km and 10km routes across the dam. This event features chip timing, custom medals, and dedicated Canicross categories for runners and their dogs.

An evening trail event at Newnham Park, Plympton on 28 August 2026 offering 8 mile and 4 mile loops. Canicross runners are welcome and proceeds support Bowel Cancer West.

A timed endurance event on 29-30 August 2026 where runners complete a 4.167 mile circuit each hour until one remains; entries have a minimum age of 18, include camping, and raise funds for bowel cancer support and research.

Test your endurance at this 8 hour timed challenge along a scenic disused railway line in Devon. Run or walk as many laps as you choose in a flexible and supportive environment.

Complete as many 5.3 km laps as you choose in this flexible eight hour timed event along a scenic disused railway line in Bridestowe. Runners and walkers of all abilities are welcome to join this undulating off road challenge.

Enjoy an 8 hour timed challenge along a scenic disused railway line in Devon. Complete as many 5.3 km laps as you like at your own pace with a flexible start time and inclusive atmosphere.

A fully supported off road event across Dartmoor with 50 km and 30 km routes, GPX and map options, checkpoints with refreshments and Mountain Leader support for navigation and first aid.

A single-lap, off-road moorland race of about 6 miles around Haytor Rock on Dartmoor, featuring steep climbs, a stream crossing and two woodland sections. The event has a 350-runner limit, water stations and medals for all finishers.

Two coast-to-coast ultras along the Saints Way Trail in Cornwall offering 28-mile and 56-mile options with live GPS tracking, feed stations, medals and required kit; organised by Purple Gecko Events on 5 September 2026.

A 10.5 mile, 100% trail race on southern Dartmoor near Scorriton, featuring rocky and boggy terrain, river and clapper bridge crossings, and an ascent of the Red Lake Volcano. The event requires a minimum age of 17 and a mandatory kit list.

Sourton Tor Race uses a revised, slightly longer route with more uphill and a new start. The final race of the summer series includes marked junior races of 2 km and 3 km.

Experience the rugged beauty of the Dorset coastline with trail races ranging from 10k to a 50k ultra. Run through the historic Lulworth Castle Estate featuring scenic climbs and coastal views.

Experience a unique multi-terrain race through the private Flete Estate featuring riverside paths and woodland tracks. With distances of 10km, 5km, and a 1km fun run, there is an event for every speed set in spectacular surroundings.