Exeter
Trail Running Calendar near Exeter 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Exeter for 2026-2027! We've gathered 79 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
February 2027
An approximately 27 km off road loop around Sidmouth with four trig checkpoints visited in order, 3999 ft elevation, with proceeds going to Cardiac Risk in the Young.
A 7 hour timed road event on Sunday 7 February 2027 near Exmouth with 5.3 km laps on a former train line and flexible starts under a TUGG system.
Trail 10 km at Dartington Estate near Totnes on 21 Feb 2027, with riverside and woodland routes, marshals, a bespoke medal and awards for individuals and teams.
Two Dartmoor trail races from Widecombe-In-The-Moor, including a half marathon with over 800 m ascent and a long 10 km route with about 450 m ascent.
March 2027
Seven hour timed off road event near Littleham, Exmouth with 5.3 km laps on an old train line, open to runners and walkers, limited entries, minimum age 18.
Twice yearly races along the Grand Western Canal near Tiverton offering Marathon, Half, 10k and a March only 20 Mile, run on flat canal towpaths; cupless event with finisher medals.
Trail races at Escot Park offering a half marathon and a slightly over 10K lap, with canicross categories, chip timing, medals for finishers, and free parking.
April 2027
A 7 hour timed road event on 10 April 2027 near Exmouth with 5.3 km laps on a tarmac former railway and flexible start under a TUGG system.
A women-only running event in Exmouth on 18 April 2027 marking Kathrine Switzer’s 60th anniversary, offering a marathon, half marathon and 10K on mostly off-road routes through East Devon Way, Otter Valley and the coast.
Seven hour canal challenge near Sampford Peverell with a flat 6.55 mile out and back lap plus a separate 10k option, medals and prizes for top finishers.
A multi-distance trail running weekend in East Devon with on-site camping, GPS-tracked courses, UTMB Index status and supported aid stations across routes from about 25 km to 110 km.