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Name: Phoenix Running - Bovey Tracey
Start: 2026-10-04
End: 2026-10-04
Location: Bovey Tracey

Bovey Tracey, United Kingdom • 4 Oct 2026

Event Details

The Phoenix Running Devon event, titled 'Dartmoor Myths & Legends: The Hairy Hands', takes place on Sunday, 4 October 2026. It is part of the 'Run Your Wray' series. The race starts in Mill Marsh Park, Bovey Tracey, Devon.

Course Information

The out-and-back course follows the Wray Valley Trail through the Parke Estate and along the River Bovey. Each lap is 5.3 km (3.28 miles). The terrain is an off-road, riverside footpath with 31 meters of elevation gain per lap, making it a flat course. Participants can run from a minimum of one lap (3.28 miles) up to an ultra marathon distance within the 7-hour time limit. There is no on-the-day entry, and places are limited to 50 runners.

Event Format

The event uses a flexible 'rock up and run' start time. Participants do not need to decide their final distance in advance. All finishers receive a medal. The event is open to all running abilities, and there are no qualification requirements. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom South West (England) Bovey Tracey

Race information

Registration

5 km

Ultra Marathon

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

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