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Bell Challenge Day 5

Name: Bell Challenge Day 5
Start: 2027-01-01
End: 2027-01-01
Location: Exmouth

Exmouth, United Kingdom • 1 Jan 2027

Bell Challenge Day 5 - Running Events Devon

Bell Challenge Day 5 takes place on Friday, 01 January 2027 in Exmouth. The event is an 8-hour timed road event with a start window and a fixed finish cut-off on the same day.

Participants complete repeated laps of a measured 5.3k out-and-back course on a former disused train line. The route is run entirely on tarmac and is described as mainly flat with a few rises. The course is accurately measured and classified as Road.

Entry is limited to 100 participants and the minimum age is 18 years. Entries close on 26/12/2026. Finishers who complete at least one lap within the permitted time are eligible to collect an event medal. Multiple-day options in the series are available, including 4 in 4 days, 5 in 5 days, and 7 in 7, for those taking part on several dates.

Location: Capel Lane, Exmouth. The organiser operates a Turn Up Get Going system that allows participants to start within the event start window and requires completion by the published cut-off time. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom South West (England) Exmouth

Race information

Website Registration

5 km

5.3k Lap

8hr Timed Event

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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