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Devon Grit

Name: Devon Grit
Start: 2026-08-23
End: 2026-08-23
Location: East Devon

location_city East Devon

flag United Kingdom

calendar_today 23 Aug, 2026

directions_bike Cycling

language Official Website

About the Event

Tackle the raw, natural beauty of East Devon at Devon Grit, a premier gravel cycling event celebrated as one of the UK's top 12 gravel rides, returning on Saturday, 23rd August 2026. Starting from Exmouth, this expertly crafted route offers four challenging distances—from a 42km mini adventure to the formidable 110km Extreme—each weaving through the iconic trails of Woodbury Common, past historic hill forts, and along the stunning Exe Estuary Trail. Designed for gravel, cyclocross, and mountain bikes, the course delivers a perfect mix of fast-flowing single-track, demanding climbs like Core Hill, and breathtaking coastal views from Beacon Hill. With neutralised timing on busy shared paths, fully stocked feed stations, and professional support, it balances rugged, self-navigated adventure with exceptional organization. Whether you're a gravel veteran or an eager newcomer, this event promises a true test of skill and endurance on some of South West England's most rewarding off-road terrain. Secure your entry for a day of pure, gritty escapism on two wheels.

Races Offered

Devon Grit Extreme

Aug 23, 2026

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Distance — 110K

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Type — Gravel biking

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08:00

Devon Grit Full

Aug 23, 2026

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Distance — 82K

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Type — Gravel biking

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08:00

Devon Grit Mini

Aug 23, 2026

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Distance — 43K

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Type — Gravel biking

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08:00

Devon Grit Standard

Aug 23, 2026

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Distance — 70K

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Type — Gravel biking

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08:00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for August in East Devon.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 12.2° / 20.3°

wb_sunny 10.3° / 18.0°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 14.3 /

water_drop 78.4%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 12.2° / 20.3°

wb_sunny 10.3° / 18.0°

air 14.3 km/h

water_drop 78.4%

About East Devon

East Devon is the name given by Wikivoyage to that part of Devon that lies to the east of the River Exe. The region is bounded to the south by Lyme Bay, part of the English Channel, to the east by Dorset, to the north-east by Somerset and to the west by Exeter and North Devon.