Sat 14 Mar 2026 Barnstaple, Devon, UK

Starlight Challenge | Arlington

Come and enjoy the challenge of a night trail run – a truly wild experience on a winter’s night, whatever the weather!

2 races

  • Sat 14 Mar
  • #1 of 2
National Trust - Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum, Barnstaple

6K

19:30

Age 14 & over

£10-£12

  • 6 km trail running
  • Sat 14 Mar
  • #2 of 2
National Trust - Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum, Barnstaple

12K

19:20

Age 17 & over

£11-£13

  • 12 km trail running

Event overview

Ilfracombe Running Club is pleased to present the second race in the Ilfracombe Running Club Starlight Challenge series — the Arlington “Owler”. Expect bats, owls, shooting stars and perhaps even resident deer roaming the Arlington estate.

Event details

  • Average fitness
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Event village
  • Families

Races at event

  • Sat 14 Mar
  • #1 of 2
National Trust - Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum, Barnstaple
6K

19:30

Age 14 & over

£10-£12

  • 6 km trail running
  • Sat 14 Mar
  • #2 of 2
National Trust - Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum, Barnstaple
12K

19:20

Age 17 & over

£11-£13

  • 12 km trail running
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