Sid Valley Ring Half Marathon
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Event overview
The Sid Valley Ring Half/Third Marathon takes place on Saturday 9 May 2026. The event returns for its sixth year and follows the Sid Valley Ring walking route. Entries open 27 May 2025 and close 7 May 2026. Entry fees are listed as £38.50 for the Half Marathon and £27.50 for the Third Marathon. A donation from each entry fee will go towards maintenance of the trail. The event is open to runners and walkers.
Course and facilities
The route begins with an uphill section and climbs to a height of 236 m. It follows quiet country lanes, footpaths, back lanes, woodland sections and parts of the coast path. The route passes through Sidbury, Harcombe, Salcombe Regis and finishes toward Sidmouth. Views along the coast extend across Lyme Bay toward Portland and Berry Head. The Third Marathon follows the River Sid upstream to Sidford, then joins the Half Marathon route near Harcombe.
Distances:
- Half Marathon - 22 km
- Third Marathon - 13.5 km
The course is fully marked. There is first aid cover, one aid station on the Third Marathon and two on the Half, and a special Sid Valley Ring solid oak coaster for all finishers. The route includes muddy sections and multiple hills. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.