Axmouth Challenge

Axmouth, United Kingdom • 18 Jan 2026

Event details

The Axmouth Challenge 2026 takes place with Race HQ at Axmouth Village Hall, EX12 4AF. The start and finish are at the village phone box. Free refreshments are provided for all runners at the village hall after the race. Additional refreshments will be available for sale to runners and spectators, with proceeds going to Village Hall funds. Race distances are approximate; GPS devices and watches may record different distances.

Distances and entry

  • 9 miles
  • 5 miles
  • 3 miles
  • 1 mile

Entry opens 28-Oct-2025 and closes 16-Jan-2026. Entry fees vary by distance and affiliation; examples range roughly as follows: 9 miles around £10–£12, 5 miles around £5–£7, 3 miles around £3–£5, and 1 mile £1. Minimum ages listed are 17 for the 9-mile race, 16 for the 5-mile race, 12 for the 3-mile race, and no minimum age for the 1-mile race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

9 mi
9 Miles
5 mi
5 Miles
3 mi
3 Miles
1 Mile
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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