Barnstaple
Trail Running Calendar near Barnstaple 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Barnstaple for 2026-2027! We've gathered 28 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
A two day pairs mountain marathon in late October on Exmoor with orienteering flagged courses, a fixed campsite and required mountain running kit.
A spring and autumn canal race from Tiverton offering Marathon, 20 Miler (March only), Half Marathon and 10k on flat towpath trails.
Trail races around Roadford Lake organised by Sportiva Events. Distances include 10K and half marathon with canicross options. Entries include chip timing, feed station, medal, refreshments and category prizes.
November 2026
Coastal ultra and challenge races along the North and Exmoor coasts, ending at the South West Coast Path marker in Minehead.
A ten mile cross-country race from Castle Drogo over hilly, muddy terrain with 535 m climb, water stations and awards; half of entry fees support the National Trust.
An annual 13.6 km cross-country race around Ilfracombe featuring steep coastal paths and countryside, limited to 200 runners and held on Sunday 22 November 2026.
December 2026
A muddy nearly 10 mile off-road Christmas run near Torrington with festive music, mince pies, prizes and fundraising for Devon Air Ambulance and Little John's House.
January 2027
February 2027
March 2027
Flat canal races along the Grand Western Canal in Mid Devon, held each spring and autumn with Marathon, Half, 10k and a March 20 mile option.
April 2027
A 10km multi-terrain run from Selworthy Beacon to Minehead Beach across Exmoor’s coastline, featuring technical trails, woodland paths and a sandy finish.
May 2027
A 50-mile trail ultra near Minehead on 8 May 2027 with about 7,337 ft of ascent, six aid stations and varied coastal, woodland and moorland terrain.
June 2027
A charity marathon, half marathon and 10K along coastal and rugged terrain around Woolacombe, organised by North Devon Hospice on 27 June 2027.
A password-protected colour run at Rock Park in Barnstaple on 27 June 2027 organised by The Veterans Charity.