Choose Your Adventure
Whether you’re joining us for your first 5K, taking on the Rock Hard Coast Sea Swim or challenging yourself in the Ultra Marathon, there’s an adventure waiting for you at Something Wild. From sea swims and swimruns to trail races of every distance, each event is part of a shared weekend built around movement, community and the outdoors.
Sea Swims, SwimRuns & Shorter Trails
A day of sea swims, swimruns and shorter trail races along the South Devon coast, with something for every age and ability.
1.5 MilesRock Hard Coast Sea Swim
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Experience Hope Cove from the water in this stunning open-water swim along one of Devon’s most beautiful stretches of coastline.
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6 / 11.5 / 17KRocky Horror SwimRun
A true coastal adventure combining trail running and open-water swimming across rugged and spectacular terrain. Solo or Pairs.
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5K5K Trail Run
A welcoming trail race offering beautiful coastal views and a relaxed festival atmosphere.
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A rewarding trail challenge with varied terrain, stunning scenery and plenty of Something Wild spirit.
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HalfHalf Marathon
A scenic coastal route combining challenge, adventure and spectacular views throughout.
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The races are just one part of the Something Wild experience. Throughout the weekend you’ll also find activities designed to help you slow down, reconnect with nature and enjoy everything the festival has to offer.
FridayGuided Run
Kick off the weekend with a relaxed guided run on Friday and discover the local trails before the festival begins.
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Sat & SunForest School
Outdoor adventures for younger explorers, with guided sessions designed to encourage creativity, confidence and a love for nature.
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Sat PMFestival Yoga
Stretch, recharge and unwind with an outdoor yoga session overlooking the South Devon coastline.
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Sunday is all about moving, exploring, recovering and enjoying the festival — with no competitive events on the programme.
Barefoot Movement Class
Meet at the registration tent in the camping field. Led by movement specialist Joe Kelly, @thebarefootathlete, the class explores fitness as an interaction between mind, body and the natural environment.
Joe specialises in naturally restoring foot strength, balance and full-body synergy, often using the natural world as a tool for strength. He is also featured in Adharanand Finn’s The Way of the Runner.
Guided 10K Run
Meet at the registration tent for a gentle, non-competitive coastal run led by elite fell runner and nature enthusiast Ceri Rees, @wildrunninguk. All abilities are welcome.
Ceri qualified for England Masters in this year’s British Trail Running Championships, is a six-time Grizzly winner and a four-time Kielder Marathon winner, and is passionate about the natural world, poetry and good coffee.
Sauna
Steamworks Sauna at Hope Cove House, Inner Hope, is open from 10:00am to 5:00pm on Sunday and can be booked directly with Steamworks Sauna.
BOOK SAUNAGait Analysis
One-to-one gait analysis is taking place on Sunday in 25-minute slots. Places are first come, first served and payable on the day.
More Than The Finish Line
Something Wild isn’t about chasing times or comparing results. It’s about exploring the coastline, sharing the experience with others and spending a weekend immersed in the outdoors.
Whether you’re racing, swimming, supporting friends or simply enjoying the atmosphere, every event is part of the same festival experience.
The Best Adventures Last All Weekend
Camping, sea swims, live music, Forest School, festival yoga, community and adventure all come together in one unforgettable weekend on the South Devon coast.