Dartmoor Prison Break
This major event is an endurance challenge, whereby the entrants determine their own route from HMP Dartmoor with the aim to achieve the furthest distance (as the crow flies) in a given time
| Date | Saturday 30th May, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Distance | Ultra + other events: Any Distance |
| Location | HMP Dartmoor |
| Town/City | Princetown |
| Area | Devon |
| Start postcode | PL20 6RR |
| Organiser | Neil Parsons |
| Website | Visit website |
| List of Entrants | View list |
| Run For Charity |  Start Fundraising On GoFundMe |
There are three categories with a 6 hour ‘Absconder, a 12 hour 'Delinquent' and 24 hour 'Felon' cut off. Whilst individual route choice is very much a part of the event it will be controlled in terms of restricted to only using public rights of way so no tunnelling or building gliders! Escapees are also restricted from entering any bird nesting areas.
Dartmoor Prison Break is organised and run by local charity Dartmoor Search & Rescue Team Plymouth.
