Marathon
Sun 29 Jun 2025 Woolacombe, Devon, UK

North Devon Marathon

The 'UK's toughest and most beautiful marathon' features a delicious Devon cream tea at the finish line! Back for a 16th year, trail runners will amble along the SW Coast Path and N Devon Coast.

  • Sun 29 Jun 2025
The Esplanade, Woolacombe

Marathon

10:00

Age 18 & over

£42

  • 26.2 miles multi terrain running

Event overview

Last year was a great event - join the even bigger and better event this year!

Each year, places in the North Devon Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K sell out in advance, with runners coming back each year to get a PB in this special race. The stunning route stretches across the South West Coast Path and the North Devon Coast Natural Landscape. This multi-terrain race certainly lives up to its reputation of being as beautiful as it is tough.

runner

Idyllic location

The race-day atmosphere is like no other! Imagine arriving at race HQ in the idyllic surfing village of Woolacombe. It's a gorgeous sunny day as you line up at the start with hundreds of other runners and supporters, ready to take in beautiful coastal views and tackle an amazing challenge to make a real difference to the lives of local people. It’s also the only marathon where you’re treated to a delicious Devon cream tea at the finish line!

Important cause

Your registration fee and fundraising makes it possible for North Devon Hospice to make life as comfortable, rich and uplifting as time allows for its patients. The hospice can continue to be there with a hot cuppa to scoop them up and reassure them and their families during their darkest hours. This is only possible because of you.

This event is part of North Devon Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K.

Event video

  • Average fitness
  • Event village
  • Newcomers
  • Spectators

Start

Head to the dedicated registration area in the race village where you will be greeted by the registration team who will assign you with your bib number. Your timing chip is contained within your bib. You will be directed to the start line by the course marshals when it is time for your race.

Spectators

Spectators are very welcome to come along and enjoy the race day atmosphere. The best place for participants to watch is at the start/finish line.

  • Coast
  • Free parking
  • Paid parking
  • Toilets

Event HQ

The Esplanade
Woolacombe
Devon
EX34
UK

Parking

On arrival in Woolacombe, there are a number of public carparks available and street parking. Please arrive with plenty of time as spaces are limited within the village.

  • Cut off time
  • Marshals
  • PB
  • Sweeper

Cut off time

7 hours

You need to complete the full marathon route by 5pm. There will be motivators at the back of the race so no-one will be on their own.

  • Cake
  • Chip timing
  • Drinks
  • Medal
  • Technical t-shirt

Included

You will receive your medal when you cross the finish line.

You will also be treated to a cream tea along with an assortment of hot and cold drinks which you can enjoy with a beautiful sea view.

Prizes

There will be an awards ceremony and the award categories will be confirmed shortly.

  • Fundraising incentives
  • Fundraising materials
  • Fundraising optional
  • Fundraising support
  • Submit fundraising up to 1 month after event

How to fundraise

Upon registration you will be asked if you would like to fundraise for North Devon Hospice. If you wish to do so (thank you!) you will receive an email confirmation which will include a link to a digital fundraising pack and resources as well as a guide on how to set up your North Devon Marathon Justgiving page. The team will also be on hand to provide you with tips and advice on how to maximise your fundraising. 

  • Age 18 & over
  • Entries open
  • Enter on day
  • Enter online
  • Fundraising optional

Entry fees

Entry fee

£42.00

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Other races at event

  • Sun 29 Jun
  • #1 of 3
The Esplanade, Woolacombe

10K

10:00

Age 18 & over

£20

  • 10 km multi terrain running
  • Sun 29 Jun
  • #2 of 3
The Esplanade, Woolacombe

Half Marathon

10:00

Age 18 & over

£37

  • 13.1 miles multi terrain running