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Shiver me Timbers

Name: Shiver me Timbers
Start: 2026-06-14
End: 2026-06-14
Location: Paignton

Paignton, United Kingdom • 14 Jun 2026

Shiver Me Timbers

Shiver Me Timbers is an 8 mile trail event on the South West Coast Path and nearby inland trails in South Devon. The route begins at the Bay of Goodrington, follows coastal paths, passes through woodlands, crosses bays and coves and goes through a grove before returning to the finish area. The event base is Race HQ at Youngs Park, Goodrington.

The route distance offered:

8 mile trail route

There is a three hour cut off time for the route. All finishers receive a bespoke medal and a sweet treat. Entry categories and fees are listed as Affiliated Entry £26 and Unaffiliated £28.

The description of the route highlights coastal and woodland terrain and a mix of paths along the bay and inland sections. The event is presented as a single route for 2026 under the name Shiver Me Timbers Eight Miler. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom South West (England) Paignton

Race information

Registration

8 mi

8 Mile Trail Run

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

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