Exmoor National Park
Trail Running Calendar near Exmoor National Park 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Exmoor National Park for 2026-2027! We've gathered 46 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
A 10km multi-terrain run from Selworthy Beacon to Minehead Beach across Exmoor’s coastline, featuring technical trails, woodland paths and a sandy finish.
A last-person-standing Backyard Ultra at the Medieval Village, Cosmeston Lakes: runners repeat a fixed 6706 m loop each hour until one athlete completes one more loop than anyone else. Camping and on-site facilities are provided.
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.
May 2027
A point to point 50 mile race in Somerset that starts on canal path, follows river and coast routes, has six aid stations, and a 14 hour cut off.
A 100 mile point to point ultramarathon across Somerset on 8–9 May 2027, with a 32 hour cut-off, 13 aid stations, tracking and recommended kit list.
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.
Trail races at Margam Country Park on 23 May 2027 with 5 km, 10 km and half marathon courses, chip timing, finishers' kit and canicross options.
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.
July 2027
Inflatable 5K Exeter on 3 July 2027 offers a 2.5 km lap course with giant inflatables and distances from 2.5k to 15k, medals, music zones and family-friendly rules.
Croyde Ocean Triathlon at Putsborough Sands on July 11, 2027 offers Olympic and Sprint distances plus a coastal trail run with profits donated to local charities.
Trail races on the private Merthyr Mawr Estate with a 12K, half marathon and marathon across dunes, river crossings and the Glamorgan Heritage Coast.