Trail Running calendar near Salcombe 2025-2026

Run around rugged Lundy Island in a 13.5 miles trail race visiting all four corners, from technical eastern coast to undulating western clifftops. Fully waymarked, marshalled and served by aid stations with a raceboat transport option.

Run the Summer Sunset Half or Long Ten along the stunning north Cornwall coast path between Perranporth and Crantock. Enjoy sunset sea views, feed stations, free photos and charity support as you race the evening light.

Join the Otter Rail and River Run for a scenic off road 10 km or one mile family run along riverside paths and woodland. Community event raising funds for the village playing field with finishers receiving a local memento.

Run the stunning South West Coast Path between Padstow and Harlyn Beach at Gecko Gathering Harlyn 2026, with 10.5 km and half marathon options for all abilities. Expect coastal views, medals for every finisher and free race photos.

Join the Tywardreath Trotter under summer evening skies in Tywardreath, Cornwall. Tackle a 7 mile multi terrain course or enjoy a 1 mile fun run with village support and scenic countryside.

Run the South West Coast 50 from Dunster basecamp beneath Dunster Castle, a scenic 50 km loop on the coastal path and Exmoor with about 1600 m of climb. 25 km and 10 km options plus full support and camping suit runners and brisk walkers.

Explore Dartmoor with two marked trail races finishing at Ivybridge Rugby Club. Pick the 33.5 mile baby ultra across two 600 m summits or the 15.5 mile final section, then enjoy on site camping, food and finisher medals.

Enjoy the Totnes 10K along mostly off road riverside trails beside the River Dart, starting and finishing in Borough Park with a lively race hub and bespoke finisher medal. Limited places and proceeds support Totnes Caring.

Tackle the Sticklepath Horseshoe a 15.5 km fell race over rugged moorland with 519 m climb. Pre entry is limited so book early. Bring map compass and solid navigation skills as this event is not suitable for beginners.

Join the Gecko Gathering at Scorrier House in Redruth on 23 August 2026 for trail races from 2.5 km to a half marathon and a 5 hour Scorriergeddon endurance challenge. Enjoy a lively race village with music, food, bar and medals.

Enjoy scenic trail laps around Wimbleball Lake on off road routes with water views and a friendly festival atmosphere. Choose 5K or 10K courses with run and canicross options, finisher medals and pro timing.

Join an early evening 8 mile or 4 mile trail run through the picturesque grounds of Newnham Park in Plympton on 28 August 2026. Canicross runners welcome and proceeds will support Bowel Cancer West.

Take on the Steam Challenge in Bridestowe on 30 August 2026 for a scenic out and back on an old rail line, run or walk 5.3 km laps and complete as many as you can within the event time limits. Places are limited to 70 entrants and medals aw..

Tackle Dartmoor in a Day on 5 September 2026, a fully supported off road challenge across wild moorland with 50 km Ultra and 30 km Challenge options. Checkpoints, mobile marshals and a finishers memento make this a memorable day.

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..