Trail Running calendar near Sidmouth 2026-2027

Take on the inaugural MTC Afanc, a one day ultra of about 39.7 miles along National Cycle Route 8 with over 4,200 ft of ascent. Limited entry and GPS tracking make this intimate but demanding race ideal for seasoned ultrarunners.

Take on the Devon Coast to Coast on 18 and 19 April 2026, a 112 mile nonstop ultra across Dartmoor and Exmoor along the Two Moors Way. Expect rugged moorland, stocked checkpoints and live GPS tracking for safety.

Take on a scenic 34.8 mile one day ultra from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry Island along National Cycle Route 8 on 19 April 2026. Limited to 40 runners, this inaugural edition offers an intimate yet epic challenge with a coastal finish.

Tackle a challenging 50 km ultra or scenic half marathon along the South West Coast Path, with mostly trails, sweeping sea views and a finish at The Ness in Shaldon. Expect big climbs, coastal panoramas and a rewarding finisher medal.

The Bath Beat showcases scenic running and walking from Bath into Cotswolds countryside, with distances from 12.5 to 26.5 miles. Checkpoints serve homemade cakes, long routes offer hot meals, and finishers get a medal and warm welcome.

Butcombe Trail Ultra takes runners across the Mendip Hills AONB from Churchill with 50 mile and 50 km self navigation options. Rugged off road trails, pub stops and UTMB qualification make for a rewarding challenge.

Run coast to coast across Cornwall from Boscastle to Looe, crossing wild Bodmin Moor in the 37 mile Smugglers Way. Enjoy live GPS tracking, finisher medals and free race photos while supporting the East Cornwall Search and Rescue Team.

Run the scenic 40 mile Mon & Brec Canal race from Malpas to Brecon Basin on 25 April 2026. Enjoy towpath views, three fully supported checkpoints and a friendly community vibe with a 15 hour time limit and commemorative finish memento.

Event overview The Chase Trail Run 2026 is part of the Garmin UK Trail Running Festival on 26th April 2026. The event takes place at St Giles House, Wimborne St Giles, BH21 5NA and is organised by ORA Events Limited. Entries close on 22nd A..

Choose your distance from 3 km to ultra marathon and tackle a 7 hour time challenge around scenic Dare Valley Country Park. Enjoy lap aid stations, vegan snacks and a finisher medal for anyone completing at least 3 km.

Run the East Devon Round over the May bank holiday through Offwell and the Jurassic Coast. Multiple distances, Friday socials and a Sunday community breakfast make for a memorable weekend of trails and camaraderie.

Run Exmoor's rugged coast and moorland at Maverick Exmoor X Trail in Lynton on 2 May 2026. Choose from five routes from 5 km to 56 km, enjoy fully marked, timed trails, a finishers medal and stunning Valley of Rocks views.

The Bluebell Bash is a trail running event in Manswood, Wimborne, UK, organized by Tri-Counties Trail Running. It offers three distances—half marathon (13.1 miles), 10K, and 5K—with full accessibility for canicross. Runners traverse scenic..

Enjoy a 5 mile mixed terrain run through the scenic Boconnoc Estate on 6 May 2026, with woodland paths, estate roads and countryside views. A friendly East Cornwall Harriers event and part of the Cornwall Multi Terrain Race Series.

Something Wild Festival is a multi day trail running and outdoor weekend in Hope Cove, Devon, with coastal routes, races from 5K to ultra, sea swims and kids events. Evenings bring live music, communal meals and inspiring talks.

Enjoy the Sid Valley Ring Half or new Third Marathon near Sidmouth on 9 May 2026, a scenic yet testing coastal route with hills, mud and sweeping Lyme Bay views. All finishers receive a solid oak coaster and the course welcomes runners and..

Experience a scenic 50 mile point to point ultra from Taunton to Minehead, starting on flat canal towpaths then rolling coastal trails past marshes, beaches and woodland. Enjoy aid stations, a medal and stunning Westcountry views.

Tackle a rugged 50 miles ultra across West Somerset coast, moorland and woodland with dramatic climbs and the tiny Culbone church. Six aid stations, GPX route and medical cover support a 16 hour cutoff for experienced runners.

Westcountry Ultra 100 is a scenic and tough 100 mile trail from Taunton to Minehead, following canals, rivers and coastal paths. Expect dramatic views, challenging climbs and a 32 hour cutoff with plentiful aid stations.

Tackle rugged Exmoor trails at Martinhoe on 9 May 2026 with coastal views, steep climbs and wooded combes. Multiple distances from 10K to Ultra suit all levels and finishers earn leaderboard points.