Exe to Axe Race - 22 Miles
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Exe to Axe
The Exe to Axe is a trail race along the South West Coast Path, running from Exmouth to Seaton over a distance of 22 miles with approximately 4,000 feet of ascent. The event follows coastal footpaths and finishes on the beach at Seaton opposite the Mariner's Hotel.
Three event formats are offered:
- Exe to Axe full race, 22 miles.
- Exe to Axe Relay, 22 miles in 2, 3 or 4 sections.
- Sid to Axe, the second half from Sidmouth to Seaton.
Age and entry rules are specified by event: the full Exe to Axe requires entrants to be 18 years or older; Sid to Axe requires 17 years or older; relay teams may include runners aged 15 and above with specific stage restrictions for younger runners. Relay handovers must occur at designated checkpoints.
Registration takes place at Sideshore, near the start. Heyday's Restaurant near the start provides shelter and pre-race refreshments. The Mariner's Hotel hosts the finish and offers shelter and facilities.
Support on course includes staffed checkpoints with water and snacks near Budleigh Salterton, Sidmouth and Branscombe. Pre-race transport is available from Seaton Coach Park and parking is available at Seaton Long Stay Car Park. Baggage transfer from start to finish is offered. The overall time limit is 7 hours, with a 6 hour limit for Sid to Axe. Poles are permitted; bone conducting headphones are allowed while in ear or over ear headphones are not. Dogs are not permitted. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
