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Exe to Axe Race - 22 Miles

Exmouth, United Kingdom • 12 Apr 2026

Event overview

Exe to Axe is a trail running event on Sunday 12 April 2026, following the South West Coast Path from Exmouth to Seaton. The course covers about 22 miles with approximately 4,000 feet of ascent. The event is in its 22nd year. The finish is on the beach in Seaton, opposite the Mariner's Hotel. The Exe to Axe and Sid to Axe races are chip timed.

Race options, entry and logistics

  • Exe to Axe - full 22 miles
  • Exe to Axe Relay - 22 miles in 2, 3 or 4 sections
  • Sid to Axe - the second half from Sidmouth

Entries open 30 May 2025 and close 30 March 2026. Entry fees at publication are: Exe to Axe £36 (rising to £38 from 15/02/2026); Sid to Axe £28 (rising to £29); Exe to Axe relay teams £46 (rising to £48). Unaffiliated entrants pay an additional £2. An optional pre-race transfer is available for £10. Baggage transport from start to finish is offered. Pre-race registration takes place at Sideshore. Checkpoints with water and snacks are located near Budleigh Salterton, Sidmouth and Branscombe. Time limits are 7 hours for the full route and 6 hours for Sid to Axe. Age restrictions apply: 18+ for the full route; 15+ may join relay teams with stage-length limits. Dogs are not permitted. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom South West (England) Exmouth

Race information

Website Registration
22 mi
Exe to Axe Relay – 22 Miles
22 mi
Exe to Axe – 22 Miles
Sid to Axe
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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