We are delighted to announce the return of the original Dartmouth Regatta Road Race route, last contested in 2023. After three successful years of starting and finishing at the Historic Royal Naval College, this year's race will once again begin and end at the iconic Boat Float Bridge in the heart of Dartmouth.
Competitors will tackle a scenic 5.2-mile circular course, showcasing some of South Devon's most spectacular coastal scenery. The route follows the breathtaking mouth of the River Dart, offering stunning views of the estuary and Dartmouth Castle before climbing steadily towards Stoke Fleming.
From there, runners will turn onto Redlap Lane, where panoramic views across the English Channel provide an unforgettable backdrop. The course then descends back into Dartmouth, culminating in a memorable finish along the embankment, where enthusiastic crowds of spectators will be waiting to cheer every runner across the line.
Whether you're racing for a personal best or simply enjoying one of the region's most picturesque road races, this year's return to the classic course promises an unforgettable experience.
On the day entry to close at 12.30pm on race day.
There is limited parking in the town centre so it is recommended to use the Park and Ride. There are public toilets at Avenue Gardens and Market Square.
Race numbers to be collected from registration tent address: Royal Avenue Gardens, Dartmouth, TQ6 9YY
Terms & Conditions:
- Affiliated Club entrants must be members of a UKA or ARC affiliated running club only (tri-clubs and running groups are not eligible for affiliated entry).
- Entry fees are non-refundable, unless in the event of the race organisers cancelling the race
- Race places can be transferred between entrants until the race entries close
- It is against UKA Rules for Competition, ARC Rules of Competition and to run wearing another entrants' number or without an officially registered race entry and number. Any such runners will be disqualified from the race.
- The roads will NOT be closed to road traffic. The organisers tried using a route with little traffic and marshals will be posted in key areas to prevent any incident. However it is the runner's responsibility to respect the road regulations.
- No walkers, dogs or wheeled devices including pushchairs or baby joggers permitted. Runners ignoring this rule will be disqualified.
- All participants take part at their own risk. DAAC or any party acting on their behalf, cannot be held responsible for any injuries, loss, damages or expense which may arise in consequence of your participation in this event. Ministry of Defence can not be held responsible for any injuries, loss, damages or expense that could happen on their property.
- For your safety and that of all runners strictly no headphones or earphones (including bone conducting versions) may be worn during the race. If a marshal sees a runner wearing headphones or earphones the runner's number will be noted and they will be removed from the results.
- Competitors must be age 16 or over on race day
- Any video footage or photographs taken during the race may be used to promote DAAC and/or the regatta
- DAAC reserves the right to change the course, and/or time, or make any other amendment that they deem necessary to stage the race. Any change will be communicated to all participants as soon as possible.
- Personal information provided when entering events, such as your contact details, date of birth, gender and emergency contact details, will be used solely for race administration and health and safety.
- DAAC and/or the Online Race Entry and Timing Provider may send email communications, postal mail and texts to race entrants regarding event participation as we have a legitimate interest in providing you with essential information and race updates.
- The organiser will try to provide a bag storage area. This area will not be secured and the organisers can not be held responsible for any missing item.
- The Race Director's decision is final.
- DAAC reserves the right to update these terms and conditions at any time or before race day.
Race cancellation policy
Whilst it is unlikely DAAC would have to cancel a race, the possibility does exist due to severe weather, advice by Public Health England or other Government body, Police incident or similar circumstances beyond our control. Under such circumstances, DAAC regrets that it is highly unlikely that any refund of the race fee or other expense incurred, would be made. It is likely that the full cost of staging the race would have been incurred at this point.
Race cut off times
There are no cut off times, however, in the event of adverse conditions, marshals may be withdrawn after 1 hours 30 minutes and all remaining runners on the course required to return to race HQ.