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If you're looking to set a new PB, the Jewson Barnstaple Marathon and Half Marathon is the race for you. Pancake flat and lightning fast, the event takes in some of the most dramatic scenery North Devon has to offer along the Tarka Trail.
Jewson Barnstaple Marathon and Jewson Barnstaple Half Marathon
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Sun, 27 Sept 2020
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Barnstaple, United Kingdom
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Where and when
Location
Sticklepath, Barnstaple EX31 2AP, UK
Start times
Sunday, 27 Sept 2020
Jewson Barnstaple Marathon:
9:00 am | Jewson Barnstaple Half Marathon:
10:00 am Event summary
Here are the distances available for Jewson Barnstaple Marathon and Half Marathon
Jewson Barnstaple Marathon
26mi
£30 - £32
Jewson Barnstaple Half Marathon
13mi
£26 - £28
Route information
Marathon:
A very flat and very fast course, the event starts in Rock Park in Barnstaple and heads down the Ladies Mile and through the scenic Taw Vale. The route runs through Barnstaple town and out onto the Tarka Trail - one of Britain's longest continuous traffic-free trails. Athletes will race through the village of Wrafton and on to Vellator, back to the Tarka Trail for Crash Gate One.
Participants race around the Royal Marines Base at Chivenor - a solitary loop around the perimeter with further aid and water stations. After this 2.5mi loop, race through Crash Gate Two and pass back towards the Chivenor roundabout, re-joining the Tarka Trail, across the old bridge to Shapland and Petters. From this point onwards, it's the Tarka Trail the whole way to Fremington, up Fremington Quay Road and follows the main road all the way to Yelland.
Once at Yelland, athletes will head back to Barnstaple via the Tarka Trail, cross the old bridge, run down onto the Strand, and head back to the park to finish, where they will be heralded by cheers from spectators and their bespoke finisher's medal.
Half Marathon:
Similar to the marathon distance, this is also a fast and flat course perfect for those who are looking to set a new PB. The race starts and finishes in Rock Park, Barnstaple and heads down the Ladies Mile, through Taw Vale and onto the Tarka Trail at mile 1 at the old Shapland and Petters site.
From this point the route follows the beautiful Tarka Trail to Fremington and up Fremington Quay Road. Participants will follow the road from Fremington to Yelland, heading back to Barnstaple via the Tarka Trail and racing back to Rock Park for the finish.
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What's included
- Finisher's medal
- Snacks and drinks at aid stations
- Massages for charity donations
- Prizes for top 3 overall athletes, men and women
- Prizes for 1st place in age categories, men and women
- Tea, coffee and cakes post race
- Changing and shower facilities
How to get there
Sticklepath, Barnstaple EX31 2AP, UK
Get full directionsAddress: Park School, Park Lane, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 9AX
Parking: There is no vehicle access to the park itself, however, there are multiple free car parks within walking distance that will be marked from the roads on race day.
Car: Barnstaple can be reached via junction 27 of the M5, and following the A361 to Barnstaple.
Train: The closest station is Barnstaple, which runs services both to and from London Paddington and Exeter Saint Davids.
Event day logistics
Packet Pickup: Numbers will be posted to the address you put in the entry form a few weeks before the race.
Schedule:
0700: Race registration opens - Park School Sports Hall.
0800: Car parks and bag drops open.
0850: Marathon race briefing - briefings are mandatory
0900: Marathon start.
0950: Half Marathon race briefing.
1000: Half Marathon starts.
1245: Half Marathon trophy presentation.
1430: Marathon trophy presentation.
Please arrive at least 45 minutes before race time to ensure plenty of time for registration
Age Restrictions:
You must be 18 on race day to enter both the Half and Full Marathon
Bag Drop:
There is a bag drop by the start/finish pen in Rock Park
Toilets:
There are toilets, changing rooms and showers in the sports hall that are available throughout the day. There are additional toilets in Rock Park.
North Devon RR
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The event is free for spectators, and there are many great vantage points all along the course. The event is family friendly and participants are encouraged to bring along family and friends of all ages. There will be a race village that will have food and drink vans, including a bar, entertainment, and charity stalls. There will be a free bouncy castle and entertainment for kids.
The square in Barnstaple is a great spot for spectators, however athletes do tend to pass through rather quickly.
Fremington Quay allows spectators to see both the Half and Full Marathon runners twice - please note though that there is no car park access during either event.
For the full route, the Chivenor roundabout allows spectators to see runners twice and there is easy parking available.
FAQs
What are the entry rules?
Participants must be 18 on race day to enter both the Half and Full Marathon. The race is run under licence from ARC.
Can I transfer events?
Yes, you can transfer from either event so long as this is done before 1st September 2020.
Is there a cut off for this event?
There is no cut off for the Half Marathon. However, the Marathon has a cut off: participants must reach Barnstaple Old Bridge within 3.00 hours, this is for 13.5mi. There are no exceptions for the Marathon cut off.
Can I wear my headphones?
Headphones are allowed, however they must be taken out for the sections of road that are not closed - i.e. Wafton, and Fremington - Yelland. Race marshals will be on hand to instruct you.
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