RUN Barnstaple | Marathon

Timetable

• 07:30-08:30 | Marathon registration
• 08:30-09:30 | Half marathon registration
• 09:45-10:30 | 10K registration
• Please attend race briefing 10 minutes before your race starts

You must attend in person to collect your number; numbers are not posted out.

Dogs

Dogs on leads are welcome to spectate and in the event village but are not permitted to participate.

Spectators

There are plenty of great vantage spots for spectators to cheer! The favourites are: 

• The start and finish line 
• Fremington Quay 
• Barnstaple Long Bridge 
• Vellator near the Quay Cafe 
• Barnstaple Town Square 

Overview

The route is almost entirely flat, with just one small hill as you leave Fremington.

Some sections of the course are exposed and can be breezy, so expect a headwind in places.

Map

Route description

• Start – Rock Park, Barnstaple

  The race begins in Rock Park before heading down Ladies Mile.
  Runners then turn left onto Taw Vale, following one of the most scenic roads in Barnstaple.

• Through the Town and onto the Tarka Trail

  Continue along The Strand towards the old Civic Centre car park.

  Cross the bridge to join the Tarka Trail.

  Follow the trail out towards Wrafton.

  At Wrafton:

  Leave the trail and head up the road towards the Williams Arms.

  Turn left onto the path beside the main road towards Braunton.

  At the roundabout, turn left and head towards Velator.

• Returning to the Tarka Trail

  At the next roundabout, turn left to rejoin the Tarka Trail.

  Follow the trail back towards Barnstaple.

  Continue up The Strand and join the Half Marathon route.

  From here:

  Cross the Old Bridge.

  Turn right onto the Tarka Trail after the bridge.

  Run past the Taw Wharf houses towards Taw Bridge.

• Out to Fremington and Yelland

  Stay on the Tarka Trail until Fremington Quay.

  Take Fremington Quay Road (closed to traffic) to the main road.

  Turn right and follow the road towards Yelland.

  Important:

  This road remains open to traffic.

  There is pavement for most of the route.

  Where there isn’t, sections will be coned off for runners.

  Please stay alert and be aware of traffic.

  You’ll encounter the only incline on the course here — a short climb leaving Fremington.

• Yelland Quay (Full Marathon Only)

  Full marathon runners will:

  Turn left at Yelland Quay towards Instow.

  Complete a loop through the tunnel.

  Return on the Tarka Trail towards Fremington.

• Final Section – Back to Rock Park

  Once back in Barnstaple:

  Cross the Old Bridge again.

  Turn left onto The Strand.

  Turn left after Bridge Buildings, just before the old fountain.

  Turn left again through the underpass.

  The final stretch follows:

  Taw Vale

  Ladies Mile

  before finishing with a victorious run back into Rock Park.

Cut off

7 hours.

Event HQ

Rock Park
1881 Ladies' Mile
Barnstaple
Devon
EX32 9AQ
UK

Event Village

The event village will have food and drink vendors, a bar, and stalls. There will be fun and entertainment for children so please bring family and friends along to support you. 

Registration

Registration, running number collection and bag drop is at Park School (Park Lane, Barnstaple EX32 9AX) which can be accessed via steps from Rock Park/Ladies Mile. Please allow plenty of time to register, get your number and drop your bags before your race start as it can get busy.

Parking

Barnstaple town centre has ample public parking. There is no vehicle access to Rock Park, the road is closed all day.  

Included

• Finishers medal

Optional extra

• CHSW running vests and T-shirts and RUN Barnstaple T-shirts are available to purchase at the point of registration.

Prizes

All races have the same prizes for male and female runners: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd overall. 

The marathon and half marathon will also have 1st in the following age groups: Vet 40, Vet 50, Vet 60. These age groups are for male and female.   

Children's Hospice South West strive to make their events as 'green' as possible. Thirsty Work is providing the water and recyclable cups at the 8 water stations and will be selling reusable bottles in the event village. Runners are encouraged to bring their own bottle or cup.

Children's Hospice South West

£86 could help to fund one hour of care for a family at one of our children’s hospices 

Your registration fee only covers the cost of delivering this event. It’s your sponsorship that will help us make the most of short and precious lives across the South West. Without the support of wonderful fundraisers like you, we would not be able to keep caring for children and young people across the South West and their families.

Run miles to raise smiles

• £86 could help to fund 1 hour of care for a family at one of our children’s hospices  
• £150 could support a family through the early stages of their bereavement journey  
• £250 could help fund a weekend of sibling support for a brother or sister  
• £720 could cover the food bill for one of our hospice kitchens for 1 week 

Fundraise online

It’s the easiest way to get sponsored. Let everyone know why you’re taking part and update your page with photos and videos. Share your page on social media, WhatsApp and by email so your family and friends can sponsor you.

Fundraising downloads

You'll get a downloadable handy guide with loads of ideas on how to fundraise, including:

• Logos

  To help make your online fundraising look great!

• Sponsor form

  Traditional paper sponsor forms are available if you prefer.

• Email banner

  Tell everyone what you're doing in your communications.

• Word template

  To help share the charity's branding and cause.

• Bunting

  Decorate your events easily.

• Events poster

  Show everyone the challenge you're taking on.

• Sweepstake

  Making fundraising as easy as possible with ready-made ideas.

• About CHSW poster

  Raise awareness of this important local cause.

• Social media and press coverage

  Share online and watch the donations come in.

• Fundraising pack

  It's all here - you're ready to get started!

There will be no on the day ticket sales.

Entry fees