Barnstaple
Trail Running Calendar near Barnstaple 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Barnstaple for 2026-2027! We've gathered 29 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
Tackle the Sticklepath Horseshoe a 15.5 km fell race over rugged moorland with 519 m climb. Pre entry is limited so book early. Bring map compass and solid navigation skills as this event is not suitable for beginners.
Trail races at Wimbleball Lake offering one lap 5 km and 10 km routes, a canicross option, and chip timed results with marshals and a feed station.
Eight mile community run from Barnstaple Pannier Market to Crow Point with a one mile children's race and an event village raising funds for Families in Grief.
A multi terrain 10K around Crediton with mostly off road footpaths and fields, water stations, medals and prizes, and a finish on the school field.
Trail race in the Doone Valley, Exmoor covering 16 km (10 miles) with hilly terrain, chip timing, a finishers' medal and a 250 runner limit.
An approximately eight mile multi terrain race around Crooklets and Maer Down in Bude featuring coastal and countryside trails, water stations, and a charity donation to Bude Surf Life Saving Club. Fancy dress is encouraged.
Trail running in Dartmoor National Park on 27 September 2026 with 20 and 14 mile routes that include multiple granite tors and the summit of High Willhays.
October 2026
A waymarked 100 miles circumnavigation of Dartmoor across varied moorland, woodland and riverside trails with six indoor checkpoints and GPS tracking. A 51 miles Granite 50 option follows the eastern section with three checkpoints.
A spring and autumn canal race from Tiverton offering Marathon, 20 Miler (March only), Half Marathon and 10k on flat towpath trails.
Day one of a two day mountain marathon at Westermill Farm, Exford, featuring a 40 km course with 1800 m of climb. Teams of two must pre-enter and the entry fee covers both race days and campsite.
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 events on the South West Coast Path offering self-navigation and GPS tracking across distances from 38 km to 110 miles.
A 10 mile multi-terrain fell race around Castle Drogo with about 535 m of climb, cupless water stations at Fingle Bridge and National Trust car park parking.
A 13.6 km coastal cross country race around Ilfracombe with hilly terrain and a field limited to 200 runners, usually held in late November.
January 2027
Pagan Trails offers two challenging winter trail runs on Dartmoor. The over-28-mile Marathon and over-14-mile Half Marathon routes pass ancient stone circles and pagan sites. It's a significant test with strict time limits and mandatory safety kit.
February 2027
March 2027
Flat canal races from Tiverton on the Grand Western Canal with Marathon, Half, 10k and a March-only 20 mile option; cupless event with finisher medals.
April 2027
A trail running event using the West Somerset Railway steam line, offering 11 km, 11 miles and a full marathon. Runners travel by steam train to their start points and finish outside Minehead Station, with routes through the Quantock Hills.