Bampton To Tiverton Road Race

he first Bampton to Tiverton Road Race was held on 22nd April 1946 with 27 competitors. It was won by John Harvey from Tiverton in a time of 42 minutes 19 seconds. The 7-mile race has been held virtually every year since then. 2016 marked the 70th anniversary of the race.The scenic route follows country roads with views of the Exe valley from Bampton to Bolham where runners climb the steepest hill of the course. Runners pass the front lodge of Knightshayes Court then cross the bridge over the North Devon Link Road. The race finishes in Peoples’ Park, Tiverton which overlooks Tiverton Town Football club and is above Exe Valley Leisure Centre.