East Devon 8 Trigs

Budleigh Salterton, United Kingdom • 6 Dec 2025

The East Devon 8 Trigs is a self-navigation trail running event held in East Devon, starting and finishing at Budleigh Salterton Cricket Club. Participants can choose from three distances: a 21km half marathon (3 Trigs), a 42km marathon (6 Trigs), or a 53km ultramarathon (8 Trigs). The course features varied terrain, including coastal paths, valleys, and commons, with scenic views extending to Berry Head, Portland, and Dartmoor. Runners and walkers navigate to concrete trig points—historical triangulation pillars—without marked routes, using basic navigation skills and GPS tracking. Facilities at the event base include parking, hot showers, food, and a bar, creating a supportive atmosphere for solo or team participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

53 km
8 Trigs Ultramarathon (53km)
42 km
6 Trigs Marathon (42km)
21 km
3 Trigs Half Marathon (21km)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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