1.5 Miles
Returning for its 13th year
Something Wild Festival
4–6 September 2026 · Hope Cove, Devon
A weekend of trail running, sea swimming, camping, music and adventure on the South Devon coast. Take on the Ultra, dive into the Coastal Swim, join the SwimRun, or simply spend a weekend outdoors with the people you love.
Weekend Overview
Run. Swim. Camp. Connect.
Something Wild isn’t a single race. It’s a weekend built around the outdoors, four days of movement, nature and community on the coast.
Friday
4 September
- Guided Run
- Camping Opens
- Live Music
Saturday
5 September
- Coastal Swim & SwimRun
- 5K & 10K Trail Runs
- Kids 1K & 2K
- Forest School
- Festival Yoga
Sunday
6 September
- Half Marathon
- Marathon
- Ultra Marathon
- Forest School (AM)
Monday
7 September
- Weekend Pass holders can stay on site until Monday morning
Weekend Passes
Make A Weekend Of It
Something Wild is best experienced as a full weekend. Camp above the coast, explore Hope Cove, join guided activities, enjoy live music and spend time with a community of people who love being outdoors.
- Festival Access
- Camping
- Guided Run
- Live Music
- Forest School
- Festival Yoga
- Community Activities
- Friday to Monday access
Featured Events
Choose Your Adventure
From first-timers to experienced endurance athletes, there’s an event for everyone.
1.5 Miles
6 / 11.5 / 17KRocky Horror SwimRun
Choose from Short, Medium or Long courses and take on one of the UK’s most iconic coastal SwimRuns, either solo or as a pair.
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Half
26.2
Ultra
Camping & Festival Life
More Than A Race Weekend
Sea swims before breakfast. Coffee outside the tent. Long days on the trails. Campfires when the light fades. Something Wild combines challenge and recovery, movement and connection, all in one unforgettable coastal setting.
Expect
Coastal Camping
Guided Run
Live Music
Forest School
Festival Yoga
Open Water Swimming
Trail Running
Family Activities
Sunsets over Hope Cove
Good To Know
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I camp for the weekend?
Yes. Weekend Pass holders can camp throughout the festival and stay until Monday morning.
Do I need a Weekend Pass?
No. Individual event entries are available, but Weekend Passes offer the best way to experience everything Something Wild has to offer.
Is Something Wild family friendly?
Absolutely. Families, children and spectators are all welcome, with kids’ races, Forest School and plenty of space to relax and explore.
Can I enter more than one event?
Yes, subject to event schedules and availability.
Where is the festival located?
Hope Cove, South Devon.
Join Us In Hope Cove This September
A weekend of trail running, sea swimming, camping, music and community on the South Devon coast.