Exe to Axe Race - 22 Miles

Exe to Axe Race

The Exe to Axe is a coastal trail event on Sunday 12 April 2026 that follows the South West Coast Path from Exmouth to Seaton along the Jurassic Coast. The full course covers 22 miles with around 4,000 feet of ascent. This will be the 22nd running of the event. The race has previously been rated ninth best in the country by Runners World.

The event is offered in three formats:

• Exe to Axe, full 22 miles from Exmouth to Seaton
• Exe to Axe Relay, 22 miles split into 2, 3 or 4 sections
• Sid to Axe, second half from Sidmouth to Seaton

The event is chip timed. Maps and other race information are published by the organiser. Checkpoints with water and snacks are provided near Budleigh Salterton, Sidmouth and Branscombe. Pre-race transport is available from Seaton Coach Park and there is parking at Seaton Long Stay Car Park. Runners may arrange baggage transfer from the start to the finish.

Entry administration notes: entries open 30 May 2025 and close 30 March 2026. Entry fees are listed for each option (for example Exe to Axe £36 rising to £38 from 15 February 2026; Sid to Axe £28 rising to £29; relay teams £46 rising to £48). Unaffiliated entrants pay an additional £2 and an optional pre-race transfer is available for £10.

Participation rules: full Exe to Axe entrants must be 18 or older. Relay entries are permitted from age 15 with stage limits for younger runners. Time limits apply: 7 hours for the full course and 6 hours for Sid to Axe. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.