The South Hams Ultra
Sat 10 Oct 2026 Plymouth, Devon, UK

The South Hams Ultra

The South Hams Ultra is a very scenic circumnavigation of South Hams in Devon over a choice of distances, which follows the brand new South Hams Way in South Devon.

3 races

  • Sat 10 Oct 2026
  • #1 of 3
Mothecombe beach car park, Plymouth

44 Miles

08:00

Age 18 & over

£70

  • 44 miles trail running + 1947 m ascent
  • Sat 10 Oct 2026
  • #2 of 3
Mothecombe beach car park, Plymouth

100 Miles

10:00

Age 18 & over

£140

  • 100 miles trail running + 4890 m ascent
  • Sat 10 Oct 2026
  • #3 of 3
Mothecombe beach car park, Plymouth

Marathon

11:00

Age 18 & over

£45

  • 26.2 miles trail running + 1183 m ascent

Event overview

The South Hams Ultra is a spectacular off-road adventure through one of Devon’s most beautiful landscapes.

Runners can take on the full 100-mile circumnavigation of South Hams, or opt for the 44-mile or marathon-distance alternatives. Following the newly established South Hams Way, this challenging route combines rugged moorland, sweeping coastline, and tranquil estuaries for a truly unforgettable experience.

Highlights

  • Choice of 100-mile, 44-mile or marathon (26-mile) distances
  • Follows the South Hams Way, a new long-distance route launched in 2025
  • Scenic circumnavigation of South Hams in an anti-clockwise direction
  • Terrain includes bridleways, coastal paths, and Dartmoor National Park trails
  • Crosses five estuaries, including the Erme, Avon and Dart
  • Starts and finishes on the Flete Estate, with shorter distances beginning in Totnes and South Brent
  • Features coastal crossings, tidal roads and moorland climbs
  • Ideal for trail runners seeking a tough, varied and rewarding ultra experience
  • Celebrates the launch of the South Hams Way, developed by South Hams Ramblers

  • Average fitness
  • Event village
  • Newcomers

Kit list

A kit list is readily available.

Event HQ

Mothecombe beach car park
Plymouth
Devon
PL8 1LB
UK

Races at event

  • Sat 10 Oct 2026
  • #1 of 3
Mothecombe beach car park, Plymouth
44 Miles

08:00

Age 18 & over

£70

  • 44 miles trail running + 1947 m ascent
  • Sat 10 Oct 2026
  • #2 of 3
Mothecombe beach car park, Plymouth
100 Miles

10:00

Age 18 & over

£140

  • 100 miles trail running + 4890 m ascent
  • Sat 10 Oct 2026
  • #3 of 3
Mothecombe beach car park, Plymouth
Marathon

11:00

Age 18 & over

£45

  • 26.2 miles trail running + 1183 m ascent

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