Endurancelife | South Devon

Beesands, United Kingdom • 23 Jan 2027

Event Overview

The South Devon Coastal Trail Run is a trail running event offering four distances: a 10 km, a Half Marathon, a Marathon, and an Ultra marathon. The course is set within the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and features a coastal route described as a mix of jagged rocks and sandy coves, with sections heading inland.

Location & Date

The event takes place in Beesands, South Devon, on January 24, 2026. The start is at Start Point.

Distances & Terrain

The available distances and their approximate measurements are:

  • 10 km - 6.9 miles with 1283 ft of ascent.
  • Half Marathon - 13.3 miles with 2238 ft of ascent.
  • Marathon - 27.6 miles with 4583 ft of ascent.
  • Ultra - 33.8 miles with 5397 ft of ascent.

The terrain is listed as severe and includes grass and rock. The course is fully marked, requiring no navigation.

Additional Information

The event is part of the Endurancelife seasonal leaderboard, where participants earn points based on performance. An online check-in process is required approximately two weeks before the event. Participants receive a finisher's medal and an energy bar. Parking is available, but charges may apply. An afterparty is suggested at The Cricket Inn in Beesands. Participants can transfer their entry to another person up to 14 days before the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

UTMB 50K
34 mi
Ultra
28 mi
Marathon
13 mi
Half Marathon
7 mi
10k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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