Trail Running calendar near Sticklepath 2025-2026

Join the Bell Challenge in Exmouth on Friday 2 January 2026 for a friendly 7 hour timed loop along a flat tarmac former rail trail. Runners and walkers can log as many laps as they like and opt into multi day challenges for extra fun.

Run Sir Walter Raleigh's birthplace around Budleigh Salterton on a scenic 13.6 mile half or 8.5 mile third via quiet lanes, the Otter valley and the Jurassic Coast. Oak finisher coaster and period fancy dress welcome.

Fernworthy Devon League at Fernworthy Forest on Sunday 4 January offers courses for beginners to experienced runners across scenic but testing moorland. Reservoir paths suit newcomers while longer courses bring steep climbs and open running..

Take on North Cornwall's rugged coastal trails from Polzeath on 10 January 2026, with scenic routes along the Pentire Peninsula, fishing villages and valleys. Distances from 10K to ultra offer tough, sandy and rocky terrain for all levels.

Join guided recce runs of the East Devon Round Ultra in early 2026, including the new 25km Quarter route. Free for entrants or a small £3 donation for others, led by Ruby Red Running guides with groups adjusted by ability and pace.

Haldon Night offers atmospheric night trail racing at Haldon Forest Park on 17 January 2026. Bring a head or chest torch and choose distances from 1K to 10K including a canicross option, with fully marked routes, medals and post race cateri..

Run under the stars in the Dark Skies Series, a night trail across Somerset with 5 km and 10 km options at Mendip, Brean Down and Longrun Meadow. Enter a single race or the full series and opt for a bespoke wooden finisher's medal.

Run under fading light at Tehidy Country Park on 17 January 2026 with 2.5 km, 5 km and 10 km distances for all abilities. All finishers get a Twilight Run medal and personalised bibs, plus free photos and a friendly canicross welcome.

Winter Pairs 3 is a three race fell running series on Dartmoor for pairs only, with unmarked routes that demand navigation and teamwork. Limited to 35 teams, series prizes and proceeds support North Dartmoor Search and Rescue.

Tackle Dartmoor in the Winter Pairs, a rugged 19 km trail around Western Tors with about 650 m of climb. Teams of two, pre entry only and required kit make this a compact winter challenge with just 35 pairs.

The Cardiff Trail 10k is an exciting running event set against the stunning backdrop of Castell Coch. Scheduled for January 18, 2026, this newly introduced race offers participants a unique blend of competition and natural beauty, making it..

Take on the Riverbank Rollick a scenic 9.6 mile off road trail run along riverside paths, through woodland and a stream crossing. Earn a metal finisher medal that links to two other Thornbury Running Club races for a collectable series.

Join the Axmouth Challenge around picturesque Axmouth Village Hall with quirky start and finish at the village phone box. Choose from 1 to 9 mile routes and enjoy free post race refreshments while supporting the village hall.

Take on the CF64 Winter Race at Cosmeston Lakes Country Park, a scenic 6.4 mile trail through woodland, meadows and marshland on 18 Jan 2026. Enjoy an undulating off road route, marshals, free photos and a friendly trail atmosphere.

The West Glamorgan XC League - Margam Park will take place in Port Talbot on Sunday 18 January 2026. You can run 5 miles.

The Arc Of Attrition by UTMB will take place in Coverack from Friday 23 January 2026 to Sunday 25 January 2026. You can run between 13 and 101 miles.

Explore the wild South Devon coast in Beesands on 24 Jan 2026 with distances from 10K to Ultra across technical coastal terrain. Part of the Endurancelife Coastal Trail Series with medals and season points.

Explore north Dartmoor amid stone circles and ancient sites at the Pagan Midwinter Marathon and Half Marathon. Expect rugged winter trails, big climbs and unforgettable views for a true off road challenge.

Discover rugged Dartmoor at Pagan Trails, a winter trail event from Chagford that passes ancient stone circles and pagan sites. Choose marathon or half marathon routes over moorland terrain for a challenging, scenic off road adventure.

Join the social, self navigated Blackdown Beast, a scenic cross country run from Dunkeswell Airfield supporting Macmillan Cancer Support. Expect village hall and pub refreshment stops, stunning hills and 10 or 16 mile options.