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The Dartmoor Crossing / Great Escape

Ivybridge, United Kingdom • 9 Aug 2025

The Dartmoor Crossing / Great Escape is an annual trail running event held in Devon, UK, centered around Dartmoor's rugged moorland. The event features two races: The Crossing, a challenging 33.5-mile "baby ultra" that traverses open moorland, two Dartmoor 600m summits, and three moorland villages, with significant ascent and descent; and The Great Escape, a 15.5-mile long half-marathon starting from Princetown, covering the final section of The Crossing route with scenic moorland vistas and valley crossings. Both courses are fully marked and marshalled, offering aid stations and water stops. The event finishes at Ivybridge Rugby Club, providing a vibrant atmosphere with camping and refreshments. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom South West (England) Ivybridge

Race information

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33 mi
1119 m+
The Dartmoor Crossing
15 mi
The Great Escape
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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