Haldon Night

Exeter, United Kingdom • 17 Jan 2026

Haldon Night is a winter night trail running event held at Haldon Forest Park near Exeter, Devon. It features single-loop 10K and 5K courses, both professionally marked and marshalled, with slight adjustments to official distances. The event also offers children’s races: a 1K for ages 3-7 and a 2K for ages 8-11, with parents welcome to run alongside at no extra charge.

For 2026, children aged 8 and above may join the 5K if accompanied by an adult. Participants must use head or chest torches. Additional features include canicross 10K, RFID chip timing, prizes, medals, refreshments, and first aid support, all set in a multi-use forest environment. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 km
10k
5 km
2k for Children Aged 8-11
1k for Ages 3-8yrs
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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