Torbay Half Marathon
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Event overview
The Torbay event returns on Sunday 20 September 2026 and includes a Half Marathon and a 10k race, both based at Paignton Green (postcode TQ4 6AG, What3words ///fingernails.sadly.shiny). Entrants must be 17 or over. All finishers receive a metal medal and a finishers T-shirt. Trophies are awarded to the first, second and third male and female finishers. Age category winners receive a code to claim free entry for the following year. Age categories include Junior, U20 and veteran classes VO40 through VO75 for both male and female competitors. The event holds licence numbers 2022-43569 and 2022-43570 and has course accuracy certificates 21/237 and 21/226.
Logistics and entry
A route map and a 12-week training plan are provided. The main seafront road between Torquay and Paignton will be closed from early morning, so extra travel time and following diversion signs are advised. Victoria Car Park on Garfield Road (Paignton TQ4 6AU) is recommended for parking; other car parks and limited on-street parking are also available. Toilets, urinals and portaloos are on Paignton Green; public toilets charge 30p (cash or contactless). A coach service runs from Plymouth (Milehouse Park and Ride) and Totnes (Station Road stop) to Paignton Green with a same-day return (return after the event, approximately midday). Entries may include Refund Protect. Entry transfers can be made via RaceNation with a £5 admin fee. Deferrals are not offered. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.