Hope Trail Festival 12/24/36 Hour

Plymouth, United Kingdom • 11-13 Jul 2025

The Hope Trail Festival is a vibrant trail running event held at Newnham Park near Plymouth, Devon. Featuring a scenic 5-mile loop through a beautiful oak wooded valley on a private 1550-acre estate, the festival offers 12, 24, and 36-hour timed endurance races for solo runners, pairs, and teams of up to eight. The event fosters a strong community atmosphere with free camping, on-site food vendors, and trade stands.

A kids' race of approximately 1.7 miles is also included, encouraging family participation. Awards and medals are given based on distance and category, with professional event photography provided free. The festival emphasizes fun, challenge, and support in a well-organized setting. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

36 hr
36 Hour Endurance Race
24 hr
24 Hour Endurance Race
12 hr
12 Hour Endurance Race
5 mi
5 Mile Trail Course
Hope Trail Kids Race Approximately 1.7 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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