RACE THE TIDE
From OuterEdge Events
- Date Sat 14th June 2025
- Time 11:00
- Location Plymouth, Devon
- Price £38.00 - £64.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances Ultra, Half Marathon, 10 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to experience the breathtaking beauty of South Devon at the RACE THE TIDE event, organized by Race The Tide, on Saturday, June 14th, 2025. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Flete Estate in Plymouth, this event offers a fantastic opportunity for runners of all abilities to challenge themselves across three diverse race distances. Participants can choose from an 8.5-mile Woodland Trail, a 15.5-mile LONG Half-Marathon, or the exhilarating 28.5-mile LONG Marathon. Each race includes well-marked courses that wind through serene woodland trails, picturesque paths alongside the Erme estuary, and iconic coastal routes, including the famous Bigbury beach and the causeway to Burgh Island.
With starting times scheduled at 11 am for the LONG Marathon, and 2 pm for both the LONG Half-Marathon and the Woodland Trail, runners will have plenty of time to soak in the scenery. The event is designed to be inclusive, with a minimum age of 17 years for the Half-Marathon and Woodland Trail, and 18 years for the Marathon. All participants will receive a bespoke event medal upon completion, and there will be aid stations along the routes to keep everyone energized. Don’t miss
With starting times scheduled at 11 am for the LONG Marathon, and 2 pm for both the LONG Half-Marathon and the Woodland Trail, runners will have plenty of time to soak in the scenery. The event is designed to be inclusive, with a minimum age of 17 years for the Half-Marathon and Woodland Trail, and 18 years for the Marathon. All participants will receive a bespoke event medal upon completion, and there will be aid stations along the routes to keep everyone energized. Don’t miss
RACE THE TIDE
Sat 14th June 2025
Organiser's Description
RACE THE TIDE is in the glorious setting of the Flete Estate, Mothecombe, South Devon. We are hosting three races that cater for runners of all abilities.
To finish the Long Marathon and Half Marathon races successfully you will need to run at an average of 4mph.
The Three Races:
A predominately Woodland Trail of 8.5 miles on the private Flete Estate, racing the tide at 7 miles, with 2 Aid Stations. Minimum age. Minimum age 17 years.
A 15.5-mile LONG Half-Marathon racing the tide at 7 miles, with 3 aid Stations. Minimum age 17 years.
A LONG Marathon of 28.5-miles racing the tide at 20 miles, with 4 aid Stations. Minimum age 18 years.
The courses combine to provide a mixture of private footpaths beside the quiet Erme estuary, bridle paths and coastal paths.
Race The Tide Long Marathon was in the Runner's World Top 100 worldwide events in 2022. It includes running along Bigbury beach and across the causeway to Burgh Island, made famous by Agatha Christie as she wrote two books while staying on the island.
Starting times:
11am - LONG Marathon
2pm LONG Half-Marathon
2pm 8.5-mile Woodland Trail
*Start times may vary by up to 45 mins. TBC nearer the date *
All courses will be fully marked, marshaled by runners, and have well-stocked aid stations.
Free parking (usually £6.00 per day)
Bespoke event medal to finishers of all races
Bespoke Event T-shirts available to purchase through the SiEntries online.
Further OuterEdge merchandise also available to reserve for collection on the day.
First Aid on course and at HQ.
Dogs are not permitted with runners during the race.
COMPULSORY KIT-LIST for HALF-MARATHON AND MARATHON runners
Capacity to carry 1 litre of water (we are cupless and do NOT provide plastic cups). We will not be pouring water or coke into cupped hands!
Trail Shoes!
- Waterproof jacket
- Whistle
- Mobile phone with stored number for Race Director and lead medic
- Emergency food
- Foil Blanket
COMPULSORY REQUIREMENT for WOODLAND TRAIL runners
Capacity to carry 250ml of water (we are cupless and do NOT provide plastic cups). We will not be pouring water or coke into cupped hands!
- Trail shoes
- Mobile phone with stored number for Race Director and lead medic.
Foil blanket
To finish the Long Marathon and Half Marathon races successfully you will need to run at an average of 4mph.
The Three Races:
A predominately Woodland Trail of 8.5 miles on the private Flete Estate, racing the tide at 7 miles, with 2 Aid Stations. Minimum age. Minimum age 17 years.
A 15.5-mile LONG Half-Marathon racing the tide at 7 miles, with 3 aid Stations. Minimum age 17 years.
A LONG Marathon of 28.5-miles racing the tide at 20 miles, with 4 aid Stations. Minimum age 18 years.
The courses combine to provide a mixture of private footpaths beside the quiet Erme estuary, bridle paths and coastal paths.
Race The Tide Long Marathon was in the Runner's World Top 100 worldwide events in 2022. It includes running along Bigbury beach and across the causeway to Burgh Island, made famous by Agatha Christie as she wrote two books while staying on the island.
Starting times:
11am - LONG Marathon
2pm LONG Half-Marathon
2pm 8.5-mile Woodland Trail
*Start times may vary by up to 45 mins. TBC nearer the date *
All courses will be fully marked, marshaled by runners, and have well-stocked aid stations.
Free parking (usually £6.00 per day)
Bespoke event medal to finishers of all races
Bespoke Event T-shirts available to purchase through the SiEntries online.
Further OuterEdge merchandise also available to reserve for collection on the day.
First Aid on course and at HQ.
Dogs are not permitted with runners during the race.
COMPULSORY KIT-LIST for HALF-MARATHON AND MARATHON runners
Capacity to carry 1 litre of water (we are cupless and do NOT provide plastic cups). We will not be pouring water or coke into cupped hands!
Trail Shoes!
- Waterproof jacket
- Whistle
- Mobile phone with stored number for Race Director and lead medic
- Emergency food
- Foil Blanket
COMPULSORY REQUIREMENT for WOODLAND TRAIL runners
Capacity to carry 250ml of water (we are cupless and do NOT provide plastic cups). We will not be pouring water or coke into cupped hands!
- Trail shoes
- Mobile phone with stored number for Race Director and lead medic.
Foil blanket
Races
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RACE the TIDE - LONG MARATHON (29-Mile BABY ULTRA)
Classic Race Which Meanders Out to Agatha Christie's Burgh Island, Following Riverside and South West Coastal Path Trails.. It's a Salt Path Ultra With an Estuary Crossing at Mile 20! Voted in to the Top 100 World Marathons by Runners World Magazine.
£64.00
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Race the Tide - Long Half Marathon
A 15.5-Mile Half Marathon. Great Craic!
£52.00
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Watery Woodland Trail
8.5-MILE Woodland and Estuarine Trails With a Crossing of the River Erme Estuary Before the Finish!
£38.00
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