Burrator Horseshoe Fell Race
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Burrator Horseshoe and Sheepstor Challenge
The Burrator Horseshoe and Sheepstor Challenge take place on 20 June 2026 alongside the Meavy Oak Fair. The event is organised by South West Fell Runners with support from local clubs and Meavy parish; funds raised support local parish charities.
The main course is a moorland fell run from Meavy across Dartmoor. The route passes Burrator Reservoir, Sheepstor Dam, Sheepstor summit (369 m), Gutter Tor summit (357 m) and Ringmoor Down, and finishes on the village green after a ford crossing. A route change provides a new cut through from Sheepstor Dam to the stile opposite the track to Sheepstor.
Distances
- Burrator Horseshoe, about 6 miles, moorland route across Dartmoor
- Sheepstor Challenge, about 4 miles, out to first rise then return
- Junior races for U10, U12, U14 and U16; minimum junior age 8
The Horseshoe is a running race with a 35 minute cut off at the first rise of Sheepstor; U18 athletes may use the Sheepstor Challenge and U20 may compete with seniors. The event is held under Fell Runners Association rules and licence. Entry is limited to 250 competitors. Entry prices listed by the organiser are: Horseshoe £8.50 plus 50p booking fee, Sheepstor Challenge £5 plus booking fee, junior entries £2.00. Online entry closes 17 June 2026. A voluntary parking donation supports the parish and parking is recommended at the east end of the village. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
