Newnham 8 Miler

Plymouth, United Kingdom • 28 Aug 2026

Newnham 8 and 4 Mile trail race + canix

The event is an evening trail run held on the grounds of the Newnham estate at Newnham Park, Plympton, Devon, on 28 August 2026. The course uses private estate paths on the outskirts of Plymouth and includes options for runners with dogs.

Distances offered:

  • 8 Miler, two laps, canicross option
  • 4 Miler, one lap, canicross option

The 8 Miler is presented as an alternative distance between standard 10K and a half marathon, while the 4 Miler is an alternative between 5K and 10K. Entry is managed through SiEntries and requires an account with that system. Entries open 15 October 2025 and close 27 August 2026. The minimum age to enter is 18 or older.

Entry fees listed are £18 for the 8 Miler and £16 for the 4 Miler; the same fees apply to the canicross entries. Proceeds from the event will support the work of Bowel Cancer West. The event page includes terms and a cancellation and refund policy for entrants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

8 mi
8 Miler
8 mi
8 Miler - Canicross
4 mi
4 Miler - Canicross
4 mi
4 Miler
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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