Race The Light
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Race The Light - Mothecombe
Race The Light is a trail event on the Erme Estuary that offers two course options: a classic 8.5 miles route and a Half Marathon. The classic route runs through the privately owned Flete Estate and includes a double crossing of the River Erme estuary, woodland loops, estuarine tracks and trails, and a final ascent to the finish at the SchoolhouseDevon restaurant above the estuary. The course begins on the estuary slipway and features mixed terrain with wet sections at the river crossings.
The half marathon shares sections of the classic route but omits the two woodland loops. It includes a roughly five mile section down onto the South West Coast Path, then returns west toward Wonwell for a final estuary crossing on the way back. A three hour cut-off applies for the second crossing.
The event is fully marked and marshalled, with first aid available on course and at headquarters. A head torch is mandatory because of diminishing light and tidal uncertainty. Dogs are not permitted with runners during the race. Minimum age to enter is 17. Each finisher receives a bespoke Race The Light medal. The event offers an optional insurance product called XCover that may allow a refund in certain circumstances. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
