Train-ing Challenge 2027

Okehampton, United Kingdom

Expected August 2027

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

Choose your distance

Marathon

Distance

42.2km

Start Time

07:30

Cutoff

15:30

Terrain

Mixed

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

Overview

Join the Train-ing Challenge on August 29, 2026, in Okehampton, Devon! Run or walk 5.3k laps at your pace and earn a medal. All abilities welcome.

Scenic route along an old disused train line
Gentle inclines and declines
Views of Dartmoor
5.3k out and back lap

The practical side

Start / Finish

Start

Station Road, Bridestowe, EX20 4HF

Finish

Same as start

Good to know

What you get

Finisher medal

Race number

Final event info 7 days prior

Food after the finishWater and Goody Bag

On the day

Toilets

Bag drop

Marshals on course

First aid on course

Parking · FreeYes, free parking is available near the Fox and Hounds. From there, walk down to the start/HQ area.

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

Before you enter

RefundsNo refunds.

TransfersYes, transfers are accepted no later than 14 days before the event. Email [email protected] with your details and the new participant's details.

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

If the race is cancelledNo refunds are offered. If postponed and you cannot attend the new date, you can defer to a later event within 12 months.

Bad weatherIf events beyond control make 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 enter with parent/guardian contact, subject to distance restrictions.

HeadphonesHeadphones and music players are not allowed during the race briefing and may be prohibited on some courses. Please check on the day.

Time limitYes, you must finish your final lap by 15:30. The event starts at 07:30, giving you up to 7 hours.

Other questions

TUGG stands for Turn Up Get Going. You can arrive any time between 7:30 and 14:30 and start your run/walk, but you must finish by 15:30.

Yes, absolutely all abilities of runners and walkers are welcome. You have 7 hours to complete as many laps as you like.

Entry fee

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

Expected

Okehampton, United Kingdom

Expected August 2027

Provisional date, around Aug 28

We'll keep this updated as the organiser confirms.

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