The Dalwood Fayre 10K(ish) & 3K(ish)
Join Ruby Red Running for a beautiful run through the Blackdown Hills. With two challenging but stunning routes to choose from, everyone is encouraged to come and explore this area of outstanding natural beauty. All runners will be rewarded with a yummy treat at the finish line.
Tea, coffee and homemade cakes will be available to buy during and after the race and don't forget - the great Dalwood Duck Race takes place in the afternoon - why not make a day out of it?!
Entries close 15th July 2026
Event Details
Overview
19th July 2026
Ruby Red Running is proud to bring you the Dalwood Fayre 10km and 3km - back now for its fourth year! Some might say it is the fair weather sibling of the notorious Dalwood 3 Hills. The 10km course will test your stamina on the hills and the 3km course includes the amazing 'zig zags' section.
Where is the event?
Event Centre: Dalwood Village Hall, Dalwood, Axminster EX13 7EQ
Directions & Parking: Where possible, please approach Dalwood from Shute Cross junction of the A35 (3 miles from Axminster to east and 6 miles from Honiton to west). If you are approaching from the A30 north of Dalwood, please take Stockland hill road from the A30 at Upottery and turn left just before the A35/Shute Cross. As you approach the village you will be met by parking marshals who will guide you to a suitable parking location. Parking will be dependent on weather and 'ground' conditions. To minimise the disruption to local residents, and reduce walk times to registration (could be up to 10min), we ask that you car share where ever possible.
Registration & General Timings
Entry on the day for both courses will be available. Please make your way to the village hall for both entry on the day and pre-entered bib collection. There are toilets at the village hall. Bags can be left in the village hall at your own risk.
- 8.45: Parking opens (please do not arrive before this)
- 8.45: Registration opens
- 9.30: Entry on the day closes
- 9.45: Pre-entry bib collection closes
- 10.00: Dalwood 10K(ish) starts
- 10.05: Dalwood 3K(ish) starts
- 10.40(ish): First finisher on the 10K(ish)
- 12.00 Courses close
Who is this event suitable for?
The Dalwood Fayre 10km is a physical course open to anyone 16 or over. It is hilly, muddy and the weather on the day can have a huge impact. It really is a course to get your teeth in to!
The 3km course still promises hills and perhaps some mud - mostly through open fields, a short section of quiet country lane and the mind-boggling 'zig zags' section. Suitable for any age.
What age do I need to be to enter?
To ensure the well being of all participants we follow the age/distance guidance of England Athletics and the Trail Running Association.
- Dalwood Fayre 10k - 16 or over on the day
- Dalwood Fayre 3k - any age
How much does it cost to enter?
- Dalwood 10km - Affiliated £10 - Unaffiliated £12
- Dalwood 3km - Affiliated £3 - Unaffiliated £5
Routes / GPX
The 10k(ish) course follows the same route used in previous years: https://explore.osmaps.com/route/22310158/dalwood-fayre-10kish?lat=50.810103&lon=-3.092201&zoom=13.2260&style=Leisure&type=2d
The Dalwood 3k(ish) is a route that gets runners quickly out on to the trails along the river and then back through the fields from Ham Road: https://explore.osmaps.com/route/22175035/dalwood-3km?lat=50.803479&lon=-3.079316&zoom=14.9589&style=Leisure&type=2d