Norm's Helium Loops

MAR

22

2026

Tackle Norm's Helium Loops, a 12 hour mountain loop challenge in Salcombe Regis with a 5.5 km circuit and 250 m climb per lap. Push for half marathon, marathon or 100 km distances on marked trails with HQ facilities and a keepsake.

Sun 22 Mar 2026

Salcombe Regis, South West (England)

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Event overview

Norm's Helium Loops is a looped mountain running event held in Salcombe Regis (1st Sid Vale Scouts, EX10 0NY). The event uses a maximum running window of 12 hours. Each loop is 5.5 km long and includes 250 m of climbing. The organisers list best recorded loop counts in 24 hours as 29 loops and 24 loops. Entries for the 2026 event open 11 November 2025 and close 18 March 2026. Entry fees are shown on the organiser's entry system.

Format and practical details

Participants complete as many loops as they can within the event time. Distances used for official categories are:

4 loops - half marathon distance with 1,000 m height gain
8 loops - marathon distance
18 loops - 100 km

The event includes a fully marked course and an indoor event headquarters with toilets, showers and refreshments. First aid cover is provided. All participants receive a Norm’s Helium Loops memento. There is a prize for the overall winner (male and female). Camping on Saturday night is available on request. The organiser publishes results for past years and provides event terms, cancellation policy and optional event-entry insurance. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.