Hameldown Hammer & 7EVEN routes

The Hameldown Hammer, like our Dartmoor Volcano race, is another tough, challenging trail race, designed to be a serious test of endurance. The Hammer has a total ascent of over 600m. It is 98% trail, over a series of well-defined, grassy, rocky, sometimes muddy tracks and through forestry glades. Most significantly, there is a double ascent of the Hameldown Ridge.

The Hameldown Hammer and 7EVEN rise high and steep. They afford spectacular views of the Moor and Tors, with some of the best trail running Dartmoor has to offer.

The shorter race, the Hameldown 7EVEN (The ‘Long 10k’), has in excess of 300m of ascent and still includes a double ascent of the Hameldown ridge.

Event Details

What’s Included

Fully marked and marshalled courses
First aid on course and at HQ
Bespoke Puretrail event medal

Raceday Logistics

Merchandise purchased will be available for collection on race day.

Dogs are not permitted with runners during the race.

Please note that as an organisation, we are now cupless to save our plastic usage. Bringing your own cup is part of the mandatory kit list.

Kit List

Mandatory Kit List:

Backpack or waistpack
Whistle
Survival blanket
Waterproof jacket
Hat/Headcover (cap/buff)
Mobile phone with emergency number stored
Capacity to carry 250ml of liquid – collapsable cup or water bottle

Hameldown Hammer & 7EVEN reviews (30)

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Lewis J
Did the Hammer Half Marathon in 2019
I am so glad the first aid was on course as I took a little fall. This didn't stop me as I was determined to complete such a stunning but tough course in heartland of Dartmoor
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Patrick M
Did the 7EVEN 10K in 2019
Only did the 10k as it was my first challenging race back from injury. Definitely took a lot of mental strength to get up those hills at times but still an awesome event.
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Felix F
Did the Hammer Half Marathon in 2019
An extremely well organised race. The route was very clearly marked out. Definitely going to have another go at one of the organisers events.
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George S
Did the Hammer Half Marathon in 2019
An absolutely beautiful location. This half marathon is not for the feint hearted but definitely worth a go for those who love a challenge
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Archie M
Did the Hammer Half Marathon in 2019
I wish I had improved kit at this was a tough course. So my variety in the terrain throughout the half marathon. My hardest challenge to date.
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George P
Did the Hammer Half Marathon in 2019
WOW!! Such a tough half marathon but I was so extremely satisfied when I finished. Glad to have picked up the finishes medal.
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Tanya Alexander
Did the Hammer Half Marathon in 2017
This race deserves respect!! It has got to be my toughest half marathon to date!! Tough course across Dartmoor with just about every possible weather condition Dartmoor could throw at you the year I did it!! Very well organised and no chance of getting lost as the course was marked very well. I will be back to repeat it again, on a nice day though!!
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Rich D 1 review
Did the Hammer Half Marathon in 2019
It was a great run and we were really lucky with the weather. I would recommend it to any keen trail runner.
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Ali B 3 reviews
Did the Hammer Half Marathon in 2019
A well organised race with possibly the most detailed course marking I have ever seen (flag about very 30-50 yards). The route climbs the Hameldown 'massif' from 3 directions all of which are largely runnable (if you don't have a winter cold like me) with great views on a clear day. I took the organisers advice and parked up on the Moor and ran to the start but there seemed to be enough parking in Widecombe if you arrived reasonably early.
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Sue G 1 review
Did the Hammer Half Marathon in 2018
Well organised and all appropriate information supplied in plenty of time. Even the weather was perfect - thanks for getting that right.