Exeter Half Marathon

Exeter, United Kingdom • 6 Feb 2027

Exeter Half Marathon & Riverside 5

The event runs across Saturday February 6 and Sunday February 7 and includes a half marathon and a 5 mile race. Entries support Exeter City Community Trust activities for sports participation and wellbeing across the community.

The half marathon is a two lap 13.1 miles course that commences from Piazza Terracina, Haven Road and follows a scenic route along Exeter’s historic Quayside and around the Riverside Valley Park. The event allows an extended maximum completion time of 3 hours 30 minutes.

The Riverside 5 Miles route follows the Quayside and passes through Riverside Valley Park before returning to the finish at Haven Banks. Age requirements are over 17 years old for the half marathon and over 15 years old for the 5 mile race. Finishers receive a medal.

Charity places are available with minimum fundraising pledges of £200 for the Exeter Half Marathon and £80 for the Riverside 5, excluding gift aid. England Athletics members receive a discounted race entry for UKA licensed events. Full terms and conditions apply to entries. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

13 mi
Exeter Half Marathon
5 mi
Riverside 5 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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