East Devon 8 Trigs
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East Devon 8 Trigs 2026
East Devon 8 Trigs is a self navigation trail event based at Budleigh Salterton Cricket Club on Saturday 3 October 2026. It offers GPS tracking and accepts solo entries or pairs of two; runners and walkers may enter. The event base provides car parking, a bar, a cafe and hot showers.
Three route options follow a loop of trig points around East Devon. Distances are approximate and assume the shortest line taken:
- 3 Trigs Half Marathon (approx 21 km)
- 6 Trigs Marathon (approx 42 km)
- 8 Trigs Ultramarathon (approx 53 km)
All routes initially follow the South West Coast Path to West Down Beacon, then head inland across Woodbury Common. The half marathon stays on the western side of the Otter Valley and avoids the largest hills. The marathon crosses to the eastern side and adds larger climbs. The ultramarathon crosses the Sid Valley to reach two additional trig points before returning along the coast path. Routes will be run in the reverse direction for 2026.
A suggested route and GPX files will be available on Outdoor Active. Explorer 115 (Exmouth and Sidmouth) is the recommended paper map. Participants must stamp a card at each trigpoint to prove visits. One trigpoint location is currently inaccessible and an alternative wooden signpost is provided. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
