The Dartmoor Marathon

Question 1

Are road closures in place?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the start and finish will have full road closures. There will also be controlled closures along the race route.

Question 2

Is there parking nearby?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there is plenty of parking within 3 minutes of the start.

Question 3

How do I update my details?

Accepted Answer

You can update your details by logging in at the top of this page or clicking the link in your entry confirmation email

Question 4

When and where does the Dartmoor Marathon start?

Accepted Answer

The race starts at Bedford Square, Tavistock, which also serves as the event HQ.

Question 5

When and how will I receive my race pack?

Accepted Answer

There will be two methods for the collection of race packs.

Collection from race HQ on race day from 7am.

Collection from designated points in Tavistock from March 1st

Question 6

Is there any Dartmoor Marathon merchandise?

Accepted Answer

Yes, limited edition long-sleeve technical T-shirts are available for purchase during and after online registration.

Question 7

Can I take part with a support runner?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if you are visually impaired, you may participate with a support runner.

Question 8

Can I defer, transfer, or get a refund for my entry?

Accepted Answer

Please note there is no refund policy.
You can transfer/sell your entry to another runner.
You can defer your entry up to 31/03/2027 however there will be an administrative charge of £12

Question 9

Will I receive an event guide?

Accepted Answer

All the information you need will be available on the Dartmoor Marathon website.

Question 10

Is there a cut-off time for the race?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the cut-off time for completing the marathon is 7 hours

Question 11

What type of terrain is on the route?

Accepted Answer

The route will be on road with some challenging hills, providing runners with stunning views of Dartmoor.

Question 12

Are there water/feed stations along the route?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are 8 water/feed stations situated at approx. every 3 miles.

Are there toilets on the route?

There are toilets at the start/finish and public toilets at some locations on the course

Question 13

Can I run with headphones?

Accepted Answer

For safety reasons, the use of headphones is discouraged, as sections of the route may involve traffic or require close attention to marshals’ instructions.

Question 14

Is the Dartmoor Marathon chip-timed?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the race will be chip-timed for accurate results.

Question 15

What facilities are available at the event HQ?

Accepted Answer

Facilities at Bedford Square include toilets, baggage storage, and refreshments for runners and spectators.

Question 16

Will there be photos from the event?

Accepted Answer

Yes, an event photographer will capture your race day moments, and photos will be available for purchase after the event.

Question 17

Can I bring my family and friends to watch?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! Family and friends are welcome to come and support participants. There will be designated spectator areas at the start and finish lines.

Question 18

Are there Elite Entries available?

Accepted Answer

There are a limited number of complimentary entries into the inaugural 2026 DARTMOOR MARATHON are available to athletes who have achieved the following elite performance.
MEN 2hr 20min00sec. WOMEN 2hr48min00sec.
Any athlete wishing to be considered for elite entry should have achieved the elite performance criteria since January 1 st , 2024. Please note that achieving the elite performance criteria does not guarantee elite entry as complimentary entries are at our discretion.
Whne you apply you will need to provide details of qualifying performance- when and where
We validate all performances against the Power of 10 website and other official race
results.
As elite places are limited we recommend athletes apply early to avoid disappointment. Elite entries will close when all elite places have been allocated.

Question 19

Transferring your place to someone else

Accepted Answer

If you are unable to attend an event, you may be able to transfer your place to someone else. Simply view your booking via the link in your confirmation email and, if the event organiser is currently permitting such transfers, click to Transfer to Someone Else.

You will be asked to enter the name and email address of the intended recipient - together with any custom message you wish to add - and on completion of the booking invitation sent to the recipient, your entry will be removed.

Click here for further information.

Question 20

Updating your booking/registration information

Accepted Answer

If any of the details provided during your registration for an event are incorrect/outdated, you may be able to update them yourself. Simply view your booking via the link in your confirmation email and, if the event organiser is currently permitting such updates, click to Update Booking.

You will be able to update any responses except your Name and Date of Birth, but must ensure you click Proceed at the foot of the page to save any changes. Note that you will not receive confirmation of any changes by email.

Question 21

How can I add an Item to my event booking

Accepted Answer

If you forget to do so during registration, or later change your mind, you can still purchase any merchandise/add-ons offered by the organiser of an event you have already booked.

Simply follow the link in your booking confirmation email to view/manage your entry, and select “Add Items to Booking” from the available options. You will then be taken to the the event merchandise page where you can add any items to your orders as necessary.

Question 22

Will need trail shoes for the Dartmoor Marathon?

Accepted Answer

No the race is run purely on quiet roads.

Question 23

Save Your Details for Faster Booking

Accepted Answer

Login to your user profile and navigate to the Bookings tab, expanding the option to display Past Bookings if necessary. Click on the grey circled tick to the left of any bookings for which you wish the participant details to be available for selection when later utilising the Auti-Fill functionality on the entry form.

Note that this functionality will only be available if you are signed in to your profile during the booking process.

The Dartmoor Marathon

Dartmoor Marathon

The Dartmoor Marathon

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