Bumble Bee Challenge Day 1 - 5.3K

Exmouth, United Kingdom

Expected September 2027

Our best guess from a single past year. We'll firm it up when the organiser confirms.

Distance

5.3km

Start Time

07:30

Cutoff

15:30

Terrain

Road

From last year's edition. Details may change once confirmed.

Overview

Join the Bumble Bee Challenge on September 26, 2026, in Exmouth, Devon! Run or walk up to 14 laps (5.3k each) on a scenic route. All abilities welcome!

Scenic out-and-back route on a former train line
Gentle inclines and declines
Sea views at certain spots
Accurately measured tarmac course

The practical side

Start / Finish

Start

Capel Lane, Exmouth EX8 2QZ, UK

Finish

Capel Lane, Exmouth EX8 2QZ, UK

Terrain

Tarmac out and back route on an old disused train line, with gentle inclines and declines.

Route

Scenic out and back route on a former train line, with views of the sea at certain spots. Participants can complete multiple laps: 1 lap (5.3k), 4 laps (half marathon), 8 laps (marathon), 9 or more laps (ultra).

Good to know

What you get

Finisher medal

Bespoke medal

Goody bag

Final event information 7 days prior

Food after the finishBottle of water and goody bag

On the day

Marshals on course

First aid on course

ParkingParking details are not specified. The location is near Capel Lane, Littleham, Exmouth EX8 2QZ.

Bag dropYes, there is a baggage access area at HQ which you can access each lap.

Aid stations · 1Yes, at HQ there is a selection of savoury and sweet items, squash, water, and coke. The aid station is nut free.

Before you enter

RefundsNo refunds are offered. If the event is postponed, you can defer to another event within 12 months. Optional refund protection is available via XCover for £3.60.

TransfersYes, transfers are accepted no later than 14 days prior to the event. Email [email protected] with details.

DeferralsDeferral to another event at organiser's discretion, accepted no later than 14 days prior. Valid for 1 year. One deferral only.

If the race is cancelledNo refunds. If postponed, deferral to another event within 12 months.

Bad weatherIf events beyond control make the course unsafe, event may be delayed, relocated, postponed or cancelled. No refunds.

Minimum ageParticipants must be aged 18 or older on race day. Under 18s may be allowed with parent/guardian contact, subject to UKA age rules and availability.

HeadphonesHeadphones and music players are not allowed during race briefing and may not be permitted on some courses. Check event details.

Other questions

TUGG stands for 'Turn Up Get Going'. You can arrive any time between 7:30 AM and 2:30 PM and start your run/walk. You must finish by 3:30 PM.

Each lap is 5.3k. You can do as many laps as you like within the 7-hour time limit. 1 lap = 5.3k, 4 laps = half marathon, 8 laps = marathon, 9+ laps = ultra.

Yes, absolutely all abilities of runners and walkers are welcome.

Entry fee

Registration isn't open yet. We'll show pricing when the organiser confirms.

Expected

Exmouth, United Kingdom

Expected September 2027

Provisional date, around Sep 25

We'll keep this updated as the organiser confirms.

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