EXETER 10K
EXETER 10K
Wednesday 21st July 2027, 7.15pm
ENTRIES OPEN EASTER 2027
Built for PBs.
The Start Fitness Exeter 10K returns with a brand-new flat road course designed for fast times. With the previous unmade section removed, the route is now smoother and faster than ever — giving runners of all abilities the perfect opportunity to take a shot at a personal best.
PBs are there to be shot at, not admired.
RUNNERS FIRST.
Everything we do is designed around giving you a better race.
FAST CERTIFIED COURSE
A smooth, measured 10k for made for Fast running
ENGLAND ATHLETICS LICENSED
Eligible for Power of 10.
FINISHERS MEDAL
Medal for all finishers.
CHIP TIMING
Accurate timing. Results you can rely on.
PACERS TO CHASE
36-70mins to help you hit your target.
FREE RACE PHOTOS
Free digital downloads.
A RACE YOU CAN TRUST
EVENT INFO
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Race HQ: Will be at Exeter Sea Cadets Building, Canal Banks, Exeter EX2 8DU
Race Packs: Numbers will be available to pick up on the day from Race HQ
Race Car Park: We are unable to offer a dedicated event car park. However there are Council Pay & Display Car Parks close by: Haven Banks Car Park, Michael Browning Way, Exeter, EX2 8DP Cathedral and Quay Car Park, Lower Coombe Street, Exeter, EX1 1DX See council website for further details - http://www.exeter.gov.uk
Start Time: Friday 7.30pm & Saturday 6.00pm
Race Limit: tbc
Entry Fee: Standard Entry £25.00 England Athletics Competitions License Holder £23.00
Minimum Age: 15 years old
Baggage: No formal baggage store, runners can leave limited stuff at finish if necessary. This is entirely at your own risk.
Showers/Changing: Limited changing will be available at Race Hq
Toilets: Toilets will be available
Prizes: Prizes will be awarded to the First 3 Male & Female runners overall. Winners of each Age Category will be emailed/posted their prize after the event. Only one prize per competitor.
Course Measurement: The official course measurement 10,000m - cert #tbc
First Aid: This will be provided by Dartmoor Ambulance
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Hot Weather Update (as of 8 July 2026)
We are continuing to monitor the forecast closely and are working with our Event Medical Director to assess conditions and determine any additional measures required.
Current plans (as of 8 July 2026) are:
Four water station opportunities during the race should our hot weather plan be implemented.
Water Misting station provided by medical team where possible.
Water for every finisher at the finish line.
A shaded medical tent/recovery area at the finish with chilled water available.
A pre-race email to all entrants with guidance on hydration, pacing and racing safely in the expected conditions.
The option to delay the Saturday race start if this is considered beneficial based on the latest forecast.
A compact 3km course footprint, allowing frequent marshal coverage, rapid access to runners and shorter emergency response times if required.
Option for runners to shorten their run and only do one lap, can still collect medal.
These measures will be reviewed as the forecast develops and may be updated if required.
While we will take all reasonable and proportionate steps to help runners stay safe, every participant should make their own assessment of the conditions on the day. If you are unwell, not adequately hydrated, or have any concerns about your ability to race safely in the expected conditions, please consider whether taking part is the right decision for you.
Our priority is to deliver a safe, enjoyable event for everyone.
Hot weather race advice
In the event of hot weather it is very important that you adjust your plans for race day.
1. Adapt your goal according to the conditions. Slow your planned pace. If you were planning to run in fancy dress, please think carefully whether that is still appropriate in the conditions.
2. Listen to your body. If you feel thirsty, drink water. If you feel overly tired, slow down. If you feel unwell in any way, visit one of the aid stations on the course.
3. Wear the appropriate clothing. This should ideally be lightweight moisture management clothing designed for use in warmer conditions (but remember that new clothing can chafe if it hasn’t been worn and washed).
4. Drink according to your thirst. There is water stations available on the route a
5. Drink, Douse, Drain, Drop. When you take water, Drink if you feel thirsty. Douse your head and the back of your neck with the remaining water. If you don’t need all the water, check if your fellow runners would like it to douse themselves.
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From the moment we begin to organise an event, we start to incur costs. Your entry fee is invested into the cost of staging the event - everything from barriers to toilets, from printing to safety pins, from race numbers to marketing. Organising any event requires a considerable amount of forward planning, risk and expense. Therefore we are unable to offer refunds or defer entries over to the following year.
You can insure your entry via Protect Group when you enter the race - If you have selected Refundable Terms on your booking and are unable to attend your booking due to unforeseen circumstances outside of your control you may be entitled to a refund - please see full set of Refundable Terms and Conditions here. To apply for a refund, please find the instructions on how to apply in the Refundable Terms and Conditions here.booking confirmation email you received after payment. Please note this insurance is not provided by us and we have no control over if participants are eligible for a refund.
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We are working at ways to make our event more sustainable, here are some of the things we are implementing…
Race pack pick up on the day.
Water station using compostable cups (that we will compost ourselves).
We encourages participants to recycle their race bib numbers
Using medals that we can recycle if left over.
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