Sunday, June 27, 2027
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The North Devon AONB Marathon sends runners on a figure-of-eight route that loops out from Woolacombe Bay, taking in exposed coastal scenery, quieter inland trails and a string of North Devon beaches and coastal villages. A half marathon and a 10K run alongside the full marathon, so the day brings a wide range of runners to the same stretch of coast. The event is staged as a fundraiser for North Devon Hospice. Organisers present it as one of the most demanding and most visually striking races in the United Kingdom, with the sea rarely out of sight.
Figure-of-eight route centred on Woolacombe Bay
Exposed North Devon coastal scenery
Inland trails away from the sea
Some of North Devon's most beautiful beaches and coastal villages
Start / Finish
Woolacombe Bay is the centre point of the figure-of-eight course; the exact start line is confirmed on the official event website
Woolacombe Bay area; the exact finish line is confirmed on the official event website
On the day
Before you enter
Other questions
Woolacombe Bay sits at the centre of a figure-of-eight route. Runners follow coastal scenery, inland trails and sections that pass some of North Devon's most beautiful beaches and coastal villages, so the terrain changes several times over the course of the race.
Organisers describe the North Devon AONB Marathon as one of the most challenging events in the United Kingdom. The coastal and inland terrain keeps the route demanding throughout, so it suits runners who are comfortable with a hilly, varied course rather than a flat road race.
The marathon is organised to raise money for the North Devon Hospice, so entry and fundraising support the hospice's work in the local area.
The full marathon is a tough coastal route, so most runners arrive with some distance experience behind them. The half marathon and the 10km are more approachable targets for a first race on this stretch of coast.
Yes. The beaches and village viewpoints around Woolacombe Bay make natural places for supporters to watch, and spectators can move between spots by road or on foot. Check the official event information for any restricted areas or road closures on the day.
Entry fee not listed
Check the race's registration page for pricing.Woolacombe, United Kingdom
Sunday, June 27, 2027
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