Endurancelife | Classic Quarter

Lizard, United Kingdom • 6 Jun 2026

Event overview

The Classic Quarter 2026 is a 44-mile ultra marathon along the south Cornish coast from Lizard Point to Land's End, following the South West Coast Path. The event is scheduled for 6 June 2026. The route includes steep climbs and descents with coastal exposure and variable weather conditions. The course ascent is listed as 5,531 ft and the terrain is described as rock, mud and trail.

Race categories and distance

  • Solo: 44 miles
  • Relay pair: 44 miles
  • Relay quad: 44 miles

The event accepts solo runners and relay teams of two or four. Solo entries count towards the Endurancelife 2025-26 Season Leaderboard and are awarded points based on performance.

Logistics and included services

The course is fully waymarked and uses electronic timing with split results. Event entries include a finishers medal and an energy bar. Optional add-ons listed include coach transport from Land's End or Penzance to the start, an event safety kit, and short post-race massages. Registered participants will be asked to complete an online check-in roughly three weeks before the event. Refund, transfer and postponement policies are provided for entries. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

UTMB 50K
44 mi
Classic Quarter 44 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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