English Riviera Race
Closed road 5K and 10K races along the English Riviera seafront, featuring a fast coastal course through the heart of Torquay.
| Date | Sunday 5th July, 2026 |
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| Distance | 10K + other events: 5K |
| Location | Torre Abbey Meadows |
| Town/City | Torquay |
| Area | Devon |
| Start postcode | TQ25JE |
| Start time | 12:30pm |
| Organiser | Ben Tisdall |
| Website | Enter Now |
The English Riviera Race is organised by Sportiva Events and takes place on closed roads in Torquay. Offering 5K and 10K races, the event combines traffic free racing with spectacular coastal scenery, creating a unique road running experience on Devon's English Riviera.
The accurately measured course follows a fast 5K loop on smooth tarmac along the seafront before turning near Preston and returning via Torre Abbey. While predominantly flat, the route includes a couple of gentle rises each lap, providing an enjoyable challenge for runners targeting a personal best or taking on their first 5K or 10K.
The event features chip timing, fully marshalled courses, finisher's medals and a vibrant race village based at Torre Abbey Meadows. Professional organisation, closed roads and a memorable seaside setting have established the English Riviera Race as one of Devon's standout summer road running events.
