Trail Running Calendar South West (England) 2026-2027

A mostly off road Dartmoor crossing with 50 km and 30 km options, supported by mountain leaders and checkpoints at Postbridge and Combestone Tor.

A rugged off-road 6 mile single lap race on Dartmoor from and back to Haytor Rock with steep climbs, a stream crossing, water at Hound Tor, and a finisher medal.

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.

Trail-style races through Westonbirt Arboretum offering Half Marathon, 10 km, 5 km and a 1 Mile fun run across September and February events.

Point to point 50 km ultramarathon linking Ramsbury Brewery and Renegade Brewery with mostly off-road terrain, four aid stations and a nine hour cut off.

Timed lap event at Coate Water Country Park with 3.35 mile laps, a spinning finisher medal, on-course aid and options for attended or virtual participation.

Scenic runs in Warminster Town Park include 10K, 3K and a new 1.2K family event suitable for wheelchairs and buggies. The event supports Warminster Carnival and awards medals to all finishers.

A roughly 13(ish) mile TRA licensed trail race around Corfe Castle Common and the Purbeck coast on 06 September 2026. The event includes four water stations a 3 hour 30 minute cutoff and awards trophies plus a finisher t shirt.

Trail runs of 2 km, 5 km and 10 km through the Coln River valley near Coln St Aldwyns and Bibury on 06 Sep 2026. Routes are mostly on trail with on-course refreshments and a post-race BBQ, with proceeds supporting the school.

A small community trail race in Epney, Gloucestershire covering approximately 10 miles along canal towpath and local footpaths, starting and finishing near The Anchor Inn.

Coastal routes of 50k, marathon and half marathon follow the Exe Estuary and South West Coast Path to finish on Babbacombe Downs with aid stations and a finisher medal.

Timed trail event in Tehidy Woods with 3, 6, 9 or 12 hour options on a 4-mile loop; entry fees range £30 to £60.

A 10.5 mile trail race across southern Dartmoor, reaching Ryder's Hill and the Red Lake Volcano through rocky, boggy terrain with several river crossings.

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.

Trail races at Lulworth Cove on 12 September 2026 offering 10K, 27K and 50K ultra routes from Daggers Gate, held under UK Athletics Rules.

A community running event at The Flete Estate on 12 September 2026 offering 10 km, 5 km and a 1 km fun run, organised by Ivybridge Rotary Club to raise money for charity.

A scenic trail 10 km at Cleveland Lakes Nature Reserve organised by Cotswold Lakes Trust, with flat tree lined paths and water views; entrants must be 15 or older.

Eight mile community run from Barnstaple Pannier Market to Crow Point with a one mile children's race and an event village raising funds for Families in Grief.

A second running of the 10K multiterrain race at Woodland Fort in Plymouth on 13 September 2026 with a two-lap course through woods, grass and quiet roads.

A *10k* forest run in Moreton Forest over mixed tracks and woodland paths with stiles, a stream and a final kilometre on quiet road. Minimum age 16; proceeds support charities and all finishers receive a medal.