Trail Running calendar near Sourton 2026-2027

An 8 hour timed out and back event on an old disused train line near Bridestowe with 5.3 km laps and a flexible turn up and start system. Limited to 70 entrants and minimum age 18.

A 7 km fell race with 365 m of ascent in Machen on 31 August 2026. The route runs on steep, loose terrain so trail or fell shoes are recommended and entry is on the day with a £7 fee and age limit over 18.

A coastal festival near Hope Cove, Devon combining trail races from 5k to ultra with swim runs, a sea swim, camping, family activities, forest school and evening music.

A new *15 mile* trail event in September 2026 on the Rhymney Valley Ridgeway Walk, with 2,267 ft of ascent, mostly off-road terrain, one fully stocked checkpoint and organised entry support from Rudry to Parc Penalta.

A cross-country challenge across Dartmoor with two options: roughly 50 km or 30 km. The route links Okehampton, Postbridge and Ivybridge and runs mainly over open moor with guided support and roadside checkpoints.

A single lap, off-road moorland race of about 6 miles that starts and finishes at Haytor Rock. The route crosses rugged terrain with steep climbs and descents, a water station near Hound Tor, a 350-runner limit and charity support.

Two ultra-distance events along the Saints Way Trail in Cornwall on 05 September 2026, offering 28-mile and 56-mile routes, live GPS tracking, feed stations, medals and race photography.

Coastal running from Exeter to Babbacombe Downs with 50k, marathon and half marathon options; cupless format, marked coast path, cut-offs, and a bespoke medal plus a warm pasty at the finish.

A multi-duration trail event at Tehidy Woods on 12 September 2026, using a marked 4 mile loop. Runners choose from 3, 6, 9 or 12 hour formats and compete on a hilly, technical woodland course.

A high-level 10.5-mile trail race around southern Dartmoor, touching Ryder's Hill and ascending Red Lake Volcano, with rough, rocky and boggy terrain and almost 650 m of ascent, starting and finishing in Scorriton.

Run as far as you like at Alice in Runderland, a timed multi lap event at Parc Taf Bargoed with flexible start times and on course support. Choose from one lap up to marathon and earn a bespoke finisher medal.

A 5.25 km off road fell race on Dartmoor with 276 m ascent, starting and finishing at Sourton Village Hall. The course requires self navigation with compulsory checkpoints and includes separate marked junior races and category prizes.

A multi-terrain running event at the Flete Estate organised by Ivybridge Rotary Club, featuring 10K, 5K and 1K races, with marshalled routes, medical cover and finishers' awards for each distance.

A community event from Barnstaple Pannier Market to Crow Point marking 20 years of Families in Grief. Includes an eight mile route, a one mile children's race, an event village and fundraising for local bereaved families.

Storm the Fort 10K Multiterrain Race in Plymouth follows a two lap route over grass, wooded paths and quiet roads and finishes at Woodland Fort. A post race event village offers refreshments and a family friendly atmosphere.

A 6k forest run near Moreton, Dorset, over woodland paths with the final kilometre on a quiet country road. Open to runners aged 14 and over; entry fees are £11 or £9 for affiliated runners and proceeds support local charities.

A 10 mile fell race on 13 September 2026 around Seatown and Chideock Hill with 971 m of climb. Pre entry and entry on the day are available and the entry fee is £25 with entry handled via SI Entries.

A 12 km canitrail and trail run at Halo Ogmore Valley Life Centre in Ogmore Vale on 13 September 2026, held in aid of PAPYRUS. Participants may take part with dogs; tickets are listed at £26 and refunds are not offered.

A mainly off road multi terrain run of about 10 km around Crediton with Race HQ at Queen Elizabeth School Barnfield Site. The route uses footpaths, grassland and farmland, has a water station at 5 km and offers medals and age category prize..

A 43-mile ultra and team relay along the Exe Valley Way from Exmouth to Dulverton, Salmon Run links running with river conservation and community events while tracing the salmon's upstream journey.