Woolacombe Dunes parkrun

18/06/2026

Congratulations and thank you to all our incredible runners, walkers, and volunteers who hit major milestones this week.

From first‑timers crossing the finish line to seasoned regulars smashing PBs, every achievement added something special to the course.

Here is a summary of your achievements and our stats for you to enjoy 🧡

https://www.parkrun.org.uk/woolacombedunes/results/2026-06-13/

17/06/2026

We look forward to welcoming Bob and Debbie on Saturday and celebrating their milestones 🧡

Hi Guys, Hubby Bob and I are looking forward to joining you all on Saturday. We’re coming down from Portsmouth for a fortnights holiday and to run the North Devon half incorporating 3 of your Parkruns during our holiday. This Saturday will be a milestone parkrun for us both as Bob celebrates his 200th and I celebrate my 400th parkrun. Thé reason I’m so far ahead is that Bob was a Postie with Royal Mail and always worked Saturdays so it wasn’t until he retired that he could do his first parkrun. Needless to say he loves it like I do. 👌😍Sed you all soon .

16/06/2026

Wow wow wow ! What a parkrun and what a location 🧡🤩

A few of the core team hopped over the border on Saturday to visit The Lost Gardens of Heligan parkrun and it didn't disappoint.

It was a fair bit tougher than any of us realised but it is an absolute stunner ! 🦊

After parkrun you can enjoy a brilliant brekkie in the beautiful Heligan Kitchen and "included in the price of parkun" you can stay and enjoy everything that The Lost Gardens of Heligan has to offer 🌻🌷🪻🌺🏵🌹🐷🦃🐔🐴 and we recommend you do.

One to move firmly to the top of your bucket list parkruns 🧡

15/06/2026

Huge thanks to Rick who joined us back on the 6th of June and shared his review and some fabulous photos, including our lovely cow statue courtesy of North Devon National Trust and now located The Porthole Woolacombe 🐄🐮 thanks Rick Bovill ! 🧡👌🏽

"The 6th of June 2026, the 82nd anniversary of D Day so it seemed appropriate to do a beach parkrun.

Woolacombe Dunes parkrun was the venue for this weeks parkrun.

The rain held off for most of the race, running through the dunes and along the beach was wonderfull. There were no surfers but some people riding horse added to the drama.

The Dune of Gloom and the Hill of Hope both conquered.

Thanks to all the wonderfull volunteers who stood out on such a gloomy day and cheered us on.

Woolacombe Dunes parkrun is considered one of the toughest parkruns in the UK. Last weekend I ran at Durlston Country Park parkrun one of the hilliest parkruns in the UK. But which is toughest? Theres only one way to find out, FIGHT???

No doggy wash, but plenty of sea to wash the sand off your doggy"

14/06/2026

14/06/2026

Who joined us yesterday for a super sunny, one millionth celebratory parkrun? 🧡☀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️💨 we would love to see your photos and videos 👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾

It’s hard to believe that this month marks the delivery of parkrun’s one millionth event worldwide – an achievement that we couldn’t have imagined back when parkrun first began.   The first ever parkrun in 2004 saw 18 people turn up at Bushy Park in London. Fast forward to today, and parkru...

06/06/2026

Well done and thank you to everyone who joined us for what was possibly the wettest for while parkrun today! We hope you have dried out now!?

We appreciate your patience while we dealt with an emergency which delayed results processing.

They have now been processed and should be showing for you.

See you all again soon 🧡
https://www.parkrun.org.uk/woolacombedunes/results/2026-06-06/

05/06/2026

It's parkrun eve and that can mean only one thing. Time for our 🔈🔊 TRAVEL & PARKING INFORMATION🔈🔊 post.

Please read the whole post carefully:

⏰Plan your journey in advance and aim to arrive as early as possible, anytime from 8am.

This is to help us manage bottle necks and so you have plenty of time to get into the car park (payment is at the car park entrance) or to walk from the village & other parking spots.

The car park at Marine Drive operated by North Devon National Trust so members can park for free, don’t forget your card!

If you would like to join the trust and benefit from free parking, you can do so on the day after the event, though we recommend signing up beforehand to help keep things moving and to avoid delays, which you can do throughout the week at the Marine Drive parking hut or with our friends at Woolacombe Tourist Information Centre

Otherwise, parking is chargeable for a day pass at Marine Drive. The day pass allows you leave and return again later in the day. Other parking is available elsewhere in the village as indicated on the photo, please check with Woolacombe Tourist Information Centre for latest info on parking and charges.

⚠️🛑 We politely request that everyone respects the speed limit and drives safely in our small village & along Marine Drive, thank you ⚠️🛑

Thank you 🧡

04/06/2026

Congratulations to Fremington Trailblazers Running Club for selling out their 5K distance. Other options are available including some fantastic family friendly options. Check out the post below for the link to secure your place 🧡😎🌅

🚨 LESS THAN 3 WEEKS TO GO! 🚨

The countdown to Sunset Runfest 2026 is well and truly on, and we're excited to announce that our first race has officially SOLD OUT! 🎉🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

Our 5K race is now completely FULL – thank you to everyone who has signed up!

If you're still thinking about joining us, don't wait too long. Places across our remaining races are becoming very limited, especially in our popular Kids' 2K race where spaces are disappearing fast. 🌅👟

Whether you're chasing a PB, taking on a new challenge, or enjoying a fantastic evening of running with friends and family, Sunset Runfest has something for everyone.

Secure your place before it's too late:

https://www.fremingtontrailblazers.co.uk/Events/Calendar/View?id=1469

We can't wait to see you on the start line! 🧡