Dalwood 3 Hills

Dalwood 3 Hills 2026

The Dalwood 3 Hills event takes place on 15 February 2026 in Dalwood, near Axminster (Dalwood Village Hall, EX13 7EG). It offers three distances:

• 10 miles - multi-terrain route with hills, mud and river crossings.
• 5 km - mud and hills, mini version of the ten mile route.
• 3 km - family fun run through fields and a trail section.

Age limits follow England Athletics and Trail Running Association guidance: the 10 mile event is for those 17 or over, the 5 km for those 12 or over, and the 3 km is open to any age. Entries close 7 February 2026. Entry fees are listed as affiliated and non-affiliated rates: 10 miles (£15 affiliated, £17 non-affiliated), 5 km (£5 affiliated, £7 non-affiliated), 3 km (£3 affiliated, £5 non-affiliated). Entry on the day may cost more.

Practical information

Race headquarters and registration are at Dalwood Village Hall. Facilities include toilets, bag drop (left at own risk), refreshments for sale, and medical support based at race HQ. Parking is rural; organisers plan to use hardstanding where possible. Some parking may require a walk of up to 20 minutes to HQ or a short minibus transfer, and parking marshals will direct arrivals.

There is no mandatory kit, but trail shoes are recommended and clothing should suit possible wet, cold or windy conditions. A water station is provided on the 10 mile course only. The event aims to be cupless - bring a collapsible cup if available. There are no maximum time limits. The event is licenced by the Trail Running Association (licence number 7833) and held under UK Athletics rules. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.