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The Dulverton Trail Fun Run & Canicross 2025

This year’s Dulverton Trail Fun Run & Canicross 2025 should have taken place in September, but thanks to a forecast of very high winds across the South West, it was rescheduled to Sunday 5 October and still attracted a good entry of trail runners and canicross competitors – those running with their dogs.

The Start

 

The scene at the start was set with a party atmosphere, as Debbie of Snap Fitness Tiverton led an enthusiastic and upbeat warm up to music, getting runners, dogs and even the medics geared up to go!

The Course

In true Exmoor style, the run combines some tough gradients but was described by one experienced trail runner as an excellent traditional trail run. Setting off from the Exmoor Lawns in Dulverton, in front of Exmoor House, the route took runners through Burridge Woods beside the picturesque River Barle and along to Marsh Bridge.  Those running both 5k and 10k routes climbed the hill in Looseall Wood where they were greeted by a welcome hydration point manned by event sponsors Stag Environmental.

The 10k route then veered off towards the triangulation point at Court Down with panoramic views towards Dartmoor to the south and Dunkery Beacon (Somerset’s highest point) to the north. See the picture above.

There was a mixture of breeds of dogs participating in the canicross and all seemed excited to let off some steam which added to the fun factor of the event. Tony the Tiger also was in evidence, a great fancy dress element.

The Winning Dog

Race times were recorded by the volunteers from Visit Dulverton and there were some notable speedy times from the regular trail runners and beaming smiles from all on their return to the Exmoor Lawns for the finish.  All competitors were awarded a bespoke medal (crafted by Exmoor Engraving of Minehead) and the winning canicross dog, Luna was awarded a special wooden bone-shaped box filled with treats (Luna pictured above with Pet Pain Relief sponsor, Dr James Hunt and her owner Phil Thorne).  For the humans there was a fine selection of cakes in the tea tent!

The event was made possible thanks to the goodwill of the landowners, the volunteers who gave up their time to marshall the routes, take entries and bake cakes and, of course, the generous sponsors: Stag Environmental, Pet Pain Relief of Dulverton and Oggies Music. A big thank you to all involved.

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Dulverton Trail Fun Run and Canicross 2024

It was a perfect day on Sunday 15 September for the fourth annual Dulverton Trail Fun Run & Canicross! Starting on the Exmoor Lawns beside the River Barle, runners and 4-legged canicross friends listened attentively to the briefing and then set off across our beautiful countryside on 5km and 10km routes!

All home safely – and the winning dog was Oscar! Congratulations to all!

All finishers were awarded the tasteful wooden medal and Oscar won the beautiful ‘doggie treat’ trophy – all of which were designed and created by our friends at Exmoor Engraving.

The Dog Trophy, beautiful wooden medal and one of the delicious cakes available in the refreshments tent

Many thanks to our generous local sponsor – Oggies Music Shop of Dulverton.  Pay them a visit to discover an Aladdin’s cave of musical instruments, music, sheet music, instrument repairs and beautifully repurposed instruments transformed into other objects such as table lamps!

 

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The Dulverton Trail Fun Run & Canicross enters its fourth year!

What could be more fun than running across beautiful autumnal countryside around the pretty moorland town of Dulverton in the Exmoor National Park?  All ages and abilities of runners are again invited to enter the Dulverton Trail Fun Run and Canicross, to take place on Sunday 15 September.

For the fourth consecutive year, this family-friendly event will take place on the Exmoor Lawns alongside the River Barle in front of Exmoor House, with refreshments available for all comers.  The routes of 5km and 10km guide runners across beautiful Exmoor countryside around Dulverton, including the challenging steep woodland track that leads to Court Down above the town.  From this amazing high point, the views are incredible – Dartmoor to the south and Dunkery Beacon (Somerset’s highest point) to the north!

Setting off from the Exmoor Lawns beside Exmoor House

Dulverton is known to be a particularly dog-friendly town and there is the opportunity to bring your four-legged friends and run either the 5km or 10km routes as a traditional canicross race – with all the fun of letting your dog(s) help you along the paths and up and down the hills!

Numbers are strictly limited so runners are advised to book their places well in advance to avoid disappointment.  Full details and booking links can be found here: https://bookwhen.com/dulvertonevents

Our grateful thanks to Dulverton’s brilliant music shop, Oggies Music, for sponsoring this event.

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Dulverton – the birthplace of YMCA founder Sir George Williams

Did you know that Dulverton is the birthplace of the founder of the YMCA, Sir George Williams? Yes it’s true, he was born on an Exmoor farm close to Dulverton and founded the YMCA in 1844 – 180 years ago!  Learn more about this inspirational Dulverton man HERE.

Sir George Williams

Sir George Williams who founded the YMCA

Dulverton Hostel (part of the YMCA Group) is located just off Dulverton’s High Street and close to the River Barle and all that Dulverton and Exmoor have to offer.

A great self catering family or group accommodation in the heart of Dulverton – which can sleep up to 36!  A perfect place to stay for larger groups looking to explore Exmoor and the surrounding area. Why not get a group of friends together this September 15th and stay at the Hostel for the Dulverton Trail Fun Run & Canicross?  Entries are now open via this LINK and the start/finish for the 5km and 10km routes is just around the corner!  Dogs are welcome to stay at the Hostel too, so couldn’t be more ideal.

The start of the Dulverton Fun Run & Canicross – just round the corner from Dulverton Hostel

The Hostel is also deal for groups of mountain bikers, walkers, kayakers and canoeists, school and residential trips.  Close to Wimbleball Lake for watersports and the River Barle for kayaking and canoeing in the season.

Amenities at the hostel include parking, a large garden with bbq, a generous size lounge, plentiful bunk beds, lots of showers, a huge dining room and a fully equipped kitchen.  Bring your own bed linen and you’re good to go!

Dulverton Hostel

The garden at Dulverton Hostel

To book your stay at the Dulverton Hostel, go to their website, email info@dulvertonhostel.org or call 01823 331844.

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Entries open for the Dulverton Trail Fun Run and Canicross 2024

Entries are now open for the Dulverton Trail Fun Run and Canicross 2024 – let’s spread the word!  Share this link with all the details with all your running and canicross friends: https://visitdulverton.com/dulverton-trail-fun-run-and-canicross/

For the fourth consecutive year, runners of all ages and abilities are invited to enter the event which will take place on the morning of Sunday 15 September.  With the start and finish taking place on the Exmoor Lawns alongside the River Barle in front of Exmoor House, the routes of 5km and 10km guide runners across beautiful Exmoor countryside.  Who will be brave enough to tackle the steep woodland track that has become known as the Dulverton Demon?  Marshals will guide you along the river, with water stops too.

All finishers are awarded the tasteful wooden medal designed and created by our friends at Exmoor Engraving.

Dulverton has long been known as a particularly dog-friendly town – with dogs welcome in all our pubs and many of our shops – and there is the opportunity to run either the 5km or 10km routes as a traditional canicross race – with all the fun of letting your dog(s) help you along the paths and up and down the hills!  A special trophy will be awarded to the winning dog on the day.

Many thanks to our generous local sponsor – Oggies Music Shop of Dulverton.  Pay them a visit to discover an Aladdin’s cave of musical instruments, music, sheet music, instrument repairs and beautifully repurposed instruments transformed into other objects such as table lamps!

Setting off through Dulverton, with Exmoor House in the background

Numbers are strictly limited so runners are advised to book their places well in advance to avoid disappointment.  For the direct booking link, click HERE.

If you would like to volunteer to help as a marshal on the day, please kindly get in touch via hello@visitdulverton.com

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Entries coming in for the Dulverton Trail Fun Run and Canicross

Running across the beautiful countryside around the pretty moorland town of Dulverton in the Exmoor National Park is clearly very popular – as entries for this year’s Dulverton Trail Fun Run and Canicross are coming in thick and fast!

 

For the third consecutive year, runners of all ages and abilities are invited to enter the event which will take place on the morning of Sunday 17 September.  With the start and finish taking place on the Exmoor Lawns alongside the River Barle in front of Exmoor House, the routes of 5km and 10km guide runners across beautiful Exmoor countryside.  Who will be brave enough to tackle the steep woodland track that has become known as the Dulverton Demon?

 

Dulverton is known to be a particularly dog-friendly town and there is the opportunity to run either the 5km or 10km routes as a traditional canicross race – with all the fun of letting your dog(s) help you along the paths and up and down the hills!

 

Numbers are strictly limited so runners are advised to book their places well in advance to avoid disappointment.  Full details and booking links can be found here: https://bookwhen.com/dulvertonevents

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Dulverton Fun Run & Canicross is back in September!

The Dulverton Fun Run & Canicross is back in September!  Runners of all ages and abilities are invited to enter for the third annual event to take place on the morning of Sunday 17 September.

With the start and finish taking place on the Exmoor Lawns in this delightful moorland town alongside the River Barle, the routes of 5km and 10km guide runners across beautiful Exmoor countryside around Dulverton.  Who will be brave enough to tackle the steep woodland track that has become known as the Dulverton Demon?

 

Dulverton is known to be a particularly dog-friendly town and there is the opportunity to run either the 5km or 10km routes as a traditional canicross race – with all the fun of letting your dog(s) help you along the paths and up and down the hills!

 

With the environment at the top of minds, the organisers invited local business Exmoor Engraving to create some unique wooden medals for all race finishers.

 

Numbers are strictly limited so runners are advised to book their places well in advance to avoid disappointment.  Full details and booking links can be found here: https://bookwhen.com/dulvertonevents

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The Dulverton Trail Fun Run and Canicross – 10 days to go!

Runners of all ages and abilities have just 10 days to enter for the second annual Dulverton Train Fun Run and Canicross on Sunday 18 September.

 

With the start and finish taking place on the Exmoor Lawns in this delightful moorland town alongside the River Barle, the routes of 2km, 5km and 10km cross beautiful Exmoor countryside around Dulverton.  Last year’s event took competitors up a steep track from Marsh Bridge to Court Down – and it became known as the Dulverton Demon!

 

Dulverton is known to be a particularly dog-friendly town and there is the opportunity to run the 5km or 10km routes as a traditional canicross race – with all the fun of letting your dog(s) help you along the paths and up and down the hills!

 

Local business Exmoor Engraving has created some unique wooden medals for all race finishers – cleverly incorporating Dulverton’s logo of the letter D and an artistic impression of an Exmoor stag.

The event has been generously sponsored by Webbers Estate Agents of Dulverton, Tarr Farm Inn and Oggies Music Shop.

 

Numbers are strictly limited so runners are advised to book their places well in advance to avoid disappointment.  Full details and booking links can be found here: www.bookwhen.com/dulvertonfuntrailrun.

 

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