Athletics and running track in Exeter
Exeter Arena is an 8 lane synthetic track in Exeter, Devon. You'll find it at Exeter Arena, Summer Lane, Exeter, EX4 8NN. It has floodlighting, so winter evening sessions are on. Access is restricted, so check with the operator or a resident club before turning up. Exeter Harriers, Exeter Triathlon Club, Exeter University AC train here, and their sessions are usually the quickest route in if you're new to the venue. Everything on this page, from opening times to facilities, is kept current by athletes and coaches who actually use the place, so it reflects what you'll find rather than what a council website said a few years ago.
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Facilities at Exeter Arena
2x high jump beds
2x pole vault runways
4x long jump pits
4x triple jump pits
3x shot put circles
2x discus cages
2x javelin runways
Inside track, height adjustable
Full in grandstand building
800 (approx) covered
Athletics clubs at Exeter Arena
More about Exeter Arena
The running track in Exeter opened on 24th May 1992, built on the site of the old Devon County Showground, originally with a Spurtan BS synthetic surface. Reception is in the grandstand building, which also holds a gym. The Exeter Harriers clubhouse, separate from the grandstand, went up in 1993. The track is designated the South West's regional athletics stadium and is a most impressive facility, with very helpful and friendly staff. One interesting extra is a 4 lane 60m straight outside the first bend, with pits off the end of the two outer lanes. The infield is a football pitch used by junior sides, though throwing is permitted in winter. The English Schools came here in 1998 and 2001. Fox Sports Surfaces resurfaced the track in autumn 2001 with Conica Conipur 322, and Athletics Markings Ltd. remarked the lines. There are plans for an 82m indoor straight here.
Common questions about Exeter Arena
Can anyone use Exeter Arena?
Access to Exeter Arena is restricted, so check with the operator or a club that trains there before you go.
When is Exeter Arena open?
Exeter Arena is open Monday to Friday 7:30am to 9:30pm and Saturday and Sunday 9am to 1pm. Also on record: Club times (exclusive) (Exeter H) Tue & Thu 1830-2100, (South West RR) Wed 1845-2100.
How much does it cost to use Exeter Arena?
Charges on record for Exeter Arena: Adult (peak - weekdays after 1800) £1.55, (off-peak) £1.05, Junior (peak) £0.80, (off-peak) £0.45 (2000 prices).
What surface is Exeter Arena, and how many lanes does it have?
Exeter Arena is a 400m synthetic running track with 8 lanes and a 10 lane straight.
Does Exeter Arena have floodlights?
Yes. Exeter Arena has floodlighting, so evening sessions are possible through the winter.
Is Exeter Arena a certified athletics track?
Not as far as we know. The full certificate on file for Exeter Arena expired on 31 March 2007, so treat times run there as unofficial unless the venue confirms a newer one.
What field event facilities does Exeter Arena have?
Exeter Arena has 2 high jump beds, 2 pole vault runways, 4 long jump pits, 4 triple jump pits, 3 shot put circles, 2 discus cages, a hammer cage, 2 javelin runways and a steeplechase water jump (inside track, height adjustable).
Does Exeter Arena have changing rooms?
Yes. Exeter Arena has full changing facilities in the grandstand building.
Which running and athletics clubs train at Exeter Arena?
Exeter Harriers, Exeter Triathlon Club, Exeter University AC and South West Road Runners train at Exeter Arena.
Where is Exeter Arena?
Exeter Arena is at Exeter Arena, Summer Lane, Exeter, EX4 8NN.
What other running tracks are near Exeter Arena?
The nearest other running tracks to Exeter Arena are Imperial Road Athletics Track in Exmouth (8.7 miles), Tavistock College in Tavistock (32 miles) and North Devon Athletics Track in Braunton (38 miles).
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