Will you beat the 13 Tors on Sunday 11 October 2026?
Take on this 14 mile trail across 13 Tors of Dartmoor, as you navigate this historic land of myths and legends and the inspiration for Sir Arthur Conan Doyles classic Hound of the Baskervilles.
Whether you sign up to stride solo or with friends and family, Beat the 13 Tors will be an unforgettable experience. We'll be with you every step of the way, offering tailored training plans in the lead up to the hike and cheering you on.
Please note, due to the location of this trail, we aren't able to have quite the same look and feel to this event as the other trails in our series. However, we promise it will be every bit as rewarding as you navigate the trail to reach all 13 Tors in time for delicious cream tea at the finish! Check out our 13 Tors Trail gallery below.
Beat the Trails for Marie Curie and help people get the best care possible, to the end.
About the route
- The route starts from the picturesque hamlet of Widecombe in the Moor, nestled in the rolling moors of this Dartmoor National Park.
- Ascending to Hamel Down Ridge you'll be rewarded with stunning sweeping views as you navigate along the Two Moors Way Trail to your first tor.
- The trail will bring you through the first of the 13 Tors, passing medieval settlements and mystical woodland, crossing Becka Brook, before ascending the trail to Smallacombe Rocks (tor four).
- You'll pass the iconic HayTor (tor six) before your next ascend to Rippon Tor (tor eight) where you will be able to see the entire trail you've completed so far, and the final tors awaiting you. Take a breath, enjoy the views!
- You'll join the trail to Bonehill Rocks (tor 10), before your final ascent to reach your thirteenth and final tor.
- You'll descend down from the moors to a warm welcome at the Widecombe in the Moor Church Hall finish where you'll be awarded with your Beat the Trails medal, a glass of fizz and traditional cream tea reception.
Have a look at a map of the route . The route is subject to permission and changes. In the unlikely event of any changes, we'll be sure to let all participants know of any updates.
Event details
Beat the Trails for Marie Curie and help more people get expert end of life care
Beat the Trails gallery
How your fundraising helps
£32 could help fund an hour of hospice bereavement counselling.
£60 could help pay for a uniform for a Marie Curie Nurse.
£207 could help fund nine hours of overnight nursing care.
£530 could help fund our Companions service to support a family at home for a year.