Trail Running calendar near Torquay 2026-2027

A coastal running event at Hengistbury Head offering a 10 Mile and a 10K on largely flat, traffic free seafront paths. Routes pass Boscombe Pier with coastal views that can include the Isle of Wight, The Needles and Old Harry Rocks.

Trail races around Swanage on the Jurassic Coast Path with 10K, half, marathon and ultra options; entries range from £35 to £71 and results count toward the Endurancelife season leaderboard.

Trail runs at Moors Valley Country Park on 6 December 2026 include a 2 km fun run for children and 5 km and 10 km trail options. On-site parking is available and entry fees range from £12 to £26.

The Cockington Christmas Caper will take place in Torquay on Sunday 6 December 2026. You can run 10 kilometers.

A festive coastal trail event in North Cornwall offering 8 mile, 15 mile and 30 mile routes finishing at Porth Beach. Timed navigation with mandatory safety kit, GPS tracking for longer routes, checkpoints and festive checkpoints along the..

Trail half marathon near Bridgend on 19 December 2026 with an 8 mile section plus about 5 extra miles of mixed terrain. Entry is limited to 70 runners and minimum age is 17.

A level 19 km trail race along a converted Somerset and Dorset railway through the Stour valley, with route markers, two aid stations, a canicross option, parking and post-race refreshments.

A free, untimed community run along the canal tow path from Bridgwater to Taunton offering 14 mile and 7.5 mile options; registration is required for insurance and cafes are located along the route.

A community trail run in Salcombe on New Year's Eve with a roughly 7 km loop around Snape's Point, organised by Let's Go Velo and raising funds for Salcombe RNLI.

The Final Countdown 10K - Sidmouth will take place in Sidmouth on Thursday 31 December 2026. You can run 10 kilometers.

An 8-hour timed road event in Exmouth on 1 January 2027 using measured 5.3k out-and-back laps on a former train line. Participants may start within the event window and must finish by the published cut-off time.

Trail running in Polzeath on 9 January 2027 with 10K, half, marathon and ultra routes along unspoilt coastline and mixed terrain. The event counts for the Endurancelife season leaderboard and requires online check in before the race.

A trail event near Budleigh Salterton on 9 January 2027 visiting the birthplace of Sir Walter Raleigh with coastal and riverside paths. Two distances are offered with marked routes, aid station and onsite facilities at the cricket club.

Night trail races in Haldon Forest offering 10K, 5K, 2K and 1K distances plus a canicross option. Courses are marked and marshalled with chip timing, finishers medals, event photos and on-site catering.

Coastal trail event in Beesands on 23 January 2027 offering 10K, half, marathon and ultra distances across severe grass and rock terrain. Part of the Endurancelife season leaderboard with online check-in and a mandatory safety briefing.

A midwinter trail event in Chagford on Dartmoor offering marathon and half marathon courses that pass ancient stone sites. The courses include substantial ascent and are described as a significant winter test.

Pagan Trails offers two challenging winter trail runs on Dartmoor. The over-28-mile Marathon and over-14-mile Half Marathon routes pass ancient stone circles and pagan sites. It's a significant test with strict time limits and mandatory saf..

A twilight out and back trail in Hurn Forest offering 5 mile and 10 mile options. The event uses 2.5 mile laps, provides aid at the start and finish, and donates 20% of entry fees to Forestry England.

A two-day Exeter event with a two-lap 13.1 miles half marathon and a 5 miles Riverside run along the Quayside and Riverside Valley Park. Charity places carry minimum fundraising pledges and finishers receive a bespoke medal.

A 17 mile self navigated trail run through scenic East Devon. Runners visit four distinct trig points on a course that starts and ends at the Sidmouth Watersports Hub.