Barney to Beach
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Barney to Beach: 20 Years of Hope
Barney to Beach is an annual run across North Devon that in 2026 marks the 20th anniversary of Families in Grief with the theme "20 Years of Hope." The route follows the Tarka Trail from Barnstaple Pannier Market to Crow Point and finishes across the dunes onto the beach. The full course covers eight miles of mixed countryside and coastal terrain.
The event includes a one mile children's fun run across the dunes to Crow Point beach. Age rules specify the children's race is for ages 5 to 15, with under 5s requiring an accompanying adult. Under 16s may take part in the full event if accompanied by an adult.
Entry fees listed for 2026 include £26.50 per adult, a team rate of £25.00 per person for teams of four or more, and £7.50 for the children's race. Entries open 1 January 2026 and close 11 September 2026. Entry fees are non refundable.
Additional event features include an event village near the finish with live music, refreshments, and children's entertainment, coach transport options between Sandy Lane and Barnstaple, and medals for all finishers. The course is unsuitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs. Dogs are welcome only for walkers. The event supports a fundraising campaign with a target of £20,000 for Families in Grief.
Distances Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- 8 miles full course from Barnstaple Pannier Market to Crow Point
- 1 mile children's fun run through the dunes to the beach
