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Name: Running Events Devon - Train-ing Challenge
Start: 2026-08-29
End: 2026-08-29
Location: Lydford

Lydford, United Kingdom • 29 Aug 2026

Running Events Devon - Train-ing Challenge 2026

The Train-ing Challenge takes place on Saturday 29 August 2026 at a new venue in Bridestowe. The event is an 8 hour timed challenge held on an out and back route along an old disused train line. Each lap measures 5.3k and follows a scenic, undulating surface that includes off road and paved sections.

Organisers operate a "TUGG" Turn Up Get Going system that allows flexible arrival within the event period with a fixed cut off time to complete laps. Participants may complete any number of laps within the permitted time; people who finish one lap or many laps within the limit are recorded as finishers and may collect a medal supplied for the event.

Entry is limited to a maximum of 70 entrants. The minimum age is 18 years. Entries close on 27/08/2026. Entry options and prices listed for the event include: Affiliated £32.00, Unattached £34.00, Affiliated No Perks £21.00, and Unattached No Perks £23.00.

Location details are Station Road, Bridestowe, EX20 4HF with what3words ///clots.insolvent.inclined. Local accommodation recommended by the organiser includes the Fox and Hounds which offers rooms, a bunkhouse, and camping along with food services. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom South West (England) Lydford

Race information

Registration

5 km

Single Lap

8hr Timed Event

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

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