Total Coastal - Half Marathon

13.1 Challenging Multi-Terrain Miles all on the South West Coast Path with just over 3,000 ft of ascent. Starting at Preston Green nr Paignton, from here until Torquay Harbour the route is on tarmac, however just after you pass the Imperial Hotel in Torquay the route heads mainly onto the trails again as it heads up and down before reaching Babbacombe Beach, where if you are lucky Sammy the Seal maybe about, then you duck under the famous Babbacombe Cliff Railway and head to Petitor Downs, from this point to the finish you are on very scenic 6 miles of hilly off-road trails. Finishing at The Ness at Shaldon. The route is multi-terrain with around 75% trails but it is all on the South West Coast Path, the majority of tarmac is in the first section from the start to Torquay Harbour. As the route is totally on the South West Coast Path navigation is as simple as keeping the sea on your right and following the Acorn signposts, however we will have marshals in any tricky locations. You will need the route on your phone or watch as part of the mandatory kit. There is the option of a £8 coach transfer from Shaldon to Preston Green in time for the start of the Half Marathon. For the finishers of the Half Marathon there is a bespoke medal. There is a very generous 8 Hour Cut-Off for the Half Marathon. The Total Coastal is a cupless event, all runners will need to bring there own cup or bottle.