Grand Canal Canter
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About the race
The Grand Canal Canter is held twice each year, in spring and autumn, on the Grand Western Canal Path in Mid Devon. Distances offered include:
- Marathon
- 20 Miler (March only)
- Half Marathon
- 10k
Routes start at Tiverton Canal Basin and follow hard-packed gravel canal paths for their full length. The 10k turns at Tiverton Bridge Car Park. The Half Marathon turns at Sampford Peverel. The 20 Miler turns near Burlsecombe. Marathon routing differs by season: in March the Marathon is a 20 mile out-and-back followed by a 6.2 mile out-and-back; in October the Marathon comprises two out-and-back legs.
Elevation is low: approximately 90 ft ascent in the Half Marathon, approximately 180 ft in the Marathon, and approximately 150 ft in the 20 Miler, making the course largely flat. All finishers receive a bespoke Grand Canal Canter medal.
The event is cupless. Runners must carry a bottle, cup, or hydration pack. Water containers are available to refill about every three miles. From March 2027 an optional event T shirt is available for purchase at £15. Age limits apply: runners must be over 18, with over 16 permitted for the 10k.
Entry fees for listed events vary by affiliation status, for example the 10k is £23 affiliated and £25 unaffiliated, the Half Marathon is £35 affiliated and £37 unaffiliated, and the Marathon is £43 affiliated and £45 unaffiliated. The 20 Miler (March only) is £38 affiliated and £40 unaffiliated. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
