Run The English Riviera

Fast roads, stunning sea views and an incredible race-day atmosphere. Choose your distance and experience one of Devon’s most exciting closed-road running events.

Fast Coastal Running

On The English Riviera

The English Riviera Running Festival combines everything runners love about race day: fast routes, spectacular scenery and an atmosphere that keeps you moving from start to finish.

Set within the wider English Riviera Festival, the event gives runners the opportunity to race on professionally managed closed roads while enjoying stunning coastal views and the energy of one of Devon’s biggest multisport weekends.

Whether you’re chasing a personal best, stepping up to a new distance or simply looking for an unforgettable running event, you’ll find the perfect challenge waiting for you.

WHY RUN THE ENGLISH RIVIERA?

Closed-Road Racing

Enjoy the freedom of running on traffic-free roads designed specifically for race day.

Fast, Flat & Scenic

A route that combines speed with stunning seafront views, making it ideal for both personal best attempts and enjoyable race experiences.

Perfect For Every Runner

Whether you’re taking on your first organised race or you’re an experienced competitor, the English Riviera Running Festival welcomes runners of all abilities.

Incredible Event Atmosphere

Supportive spectators, fellow athletes and a vibrant festival environment create an experience that goes far beyond the finish line.

CHOOSE YOUR

DISTANCE

5K RUN

Perfect for first-time racers, casual runners and athletes looking to push the pace over a shorter distance.

The 5K event offers an accessible challenge while still delivering the excitement, atmosphere and coastal scenery that make the English Riviera Festival so special.

Whether you’re aiming for a personal best or simply enjoying the experience, the 5K is a fantastic way to be part of the festival.

10K RUN

A classic race distance and one of the highlights of the festival weekend.

The English Riviera 10K combines fast roads, seafront views and a supportive race atmosphere, making it an excellent event for runners looking to test themselves over a longer distance.

From experienced competitors to runners taking on their first 10K challenge, this event delivers an unforgettable race-day experience.

BUILT FOR

EVERY TYPE OF RUNNER

The English Riviera Running Festival is designed to be welcoming, inclusive and rewarding for all participants.

First-Time Runners

Take your first steps into organised racing in a supportive and inspiring environment.

Club Runners

Compete alongside fellow runners and enjoy a professionally organised race experience.

Personal Best Chasers

Fast routes and closed roads create ideal conditions for chasing new goals.

Active Families

With multiple events taking place throughout the festival weekend, friends and family can enjoy the atmosphere together.

MORE THAN

A RUNNING EVENT

The English Riviera Running Festival forms part of Devon’s premier seaside multisport festival.

While runners enjoy the challenge of the 5K and 10K events, they also become part of a much larger celebration of sport, fitness and community.

The combination of runners, swimmers, triathletes and spectators creates a unique atmosphere rarely found at traditional running races.

It’s this festival energy, combined with the stunning Riviera setting, that makes the event such a memorable experience year after year.

RACE DAY

EXPERIENCE

From the moment you arrive, you’ll experience the excitement of a professionally organised race event in one of the South West’s most iconic coastal destinations.

EXPECT

Whether you’re racing for a time or simply enjoying the journey, the English Riviera delivers a race day you’ll want to return to.

FREQUENTLY ASKED

QUESTIONS

Is the course suitable for beginners?

Yes. Both the 5K and 10K events are suitable for runners of varying abilities and experience levels.

Are the roads closed?

Yes. Participants race on professionally managed closed-road routes.

Which distance should I choose?

The 5K is ideal for newer runners or those looking for a shorter challenge, while the 10K offers a more demanding race experience.

Can spectators attend?

Absolutely. The English Riviera’s seafront location provides fantastic opportunities for friends and family to support runners throughout the event.

Is the event officially timed?

Yes. Participants will receive official race timing as part of the event experience.

Ready To

Run The Riviera?

Take on the 5K or 10K and experience one of Devon’s most scenic and exciting closed-road running events.

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One Festival. Endless Ways To Race.

Set against the stunning backdrop of the English Riviera, this unique seaside festival brings together athletes of every ability for a day of racing, community and coastal adventure.

From Devon’s only closed-road triathlon to open-water sea swims and fast 5K & 10K races, the festival offers a challenge for everyone. Whether you’re chasing a new personal best, stepping up to your first multisport event or simply looking for an unforgettable race experience, you’ll find your place here.

With a sea swim from Torre Abbey Sands, traffic-free racing and spectacular seafront views throughout the day, the English Riviera Festival combines performance, atmosphere and scenery in one incredible location.