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North Devon Marathon

Name: North Devon Marathon
Start: 2025-06-29
End: 2025-06-29
Location: Woolacombe

Woolacombe, United Kingdom • 29 Jun 2025

The North Devon Marathon, held in Woolacombe, North Devon, is renowned as one of the UK's toughest and most scenic marathons. Celebrating its 16th year in 2025, the event offers a full marathon, half marathon, and 10K race, attracting runners seeking a challenging and beautiful course. The route traverses the South West Coast Path and the North Devon Coast Natural Landscape, providing stunning coastal views and multi-terrain running.

The race day atmosphere is vibrant, set in the picturesque surfing village of Woolacombe. Unique to this marathon, finishers are treated to a traditional Devon cream tea while enjoying sea views. Proceeds support North Devon Hospice. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom South West (England) Woolacombe

Race information

Website

26 mi

Full Marathon

13 mi

Half Marathon

10 km

10k

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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