Walter Raleigh Round Half Marathon
Budleigh Salterton, United Kingdom • 9 Jan 2027
Walter Raleigh Round Half/Third Marathon
The Walter Raleigh Round visits the birthplace of Sir Walter Raleigh and the countryside where he spent time as a child. The event is based at Budleigh Salterton Cricket Club and takes place on 9 January 2027.
Distances offered:
- Half Marathon : 13.6 miles
- Third Marathon : 8.5 miles
The half marathon route passes through quiet back lanes, unsurfaced county roads, little known footpaths, the Otter valley, High Peak, the Jurassic Coast and a dismantled railway. The third marathon follows the same route as far as the river Otter but avoids the biggest hill and the coastal section, taking the riverbank path downstream to rejoin at the second river crossing.
Course management and facilities include a fully marked course, marshalls in key locations, a well stocked aid station and first aid cover. All finishers receive a Walter Raleigh Round solid oak coaster. The course is described as muddy with many hills and has a five hour maximum time; the time limit is open to both runners and walkers. Event base facilities at Budleigh Salterton Cricket Club include car parking, hot showers, a bar and a cafe. Sixteenth century fancy dress is optional and actively encouraged.
Entries open 27 February 2026 and close 7 January 2027. Entry fees are £42.00 for the half marathon and £30.00 for the third marathon. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.