Endurancelife | Classic Quarter
Lizard, United Kingdom • 6 Jun 2026
Event overview
The Classic Quarter is a coastal ultra marathon in Cornwall that runs from Lizard Point to Land's End along the South West Coast Path. The route covers 44 miles with approximately 5,531 ft of ascent. The course follows exposed coastal trails with many steep climbs and descents and is described as severe terrain composed of rock, mud and trail. The event on 6 June 2026 offers three entry formats: solo, relay pair (team of 2) and relay quad (team of 4). The solo category is part of the Endurancelife 2025-26 season leaderboard and awards points to participants who complete the solo course.
Logistics and features
The course is fully waymarked for the full 44 miles and uses electronic timing with split results. Entries include a finishers medal and an energy bar. Organisers run an online check-in process about three weeks before the event. Standard participant policies include a 30-day full refund for change of mind, the ability to transfer an entry to another person up to 14 days before the event, and options for refund or transfer if the event is cancelled or postponed. Optional add-ons listed for the event include coach transport from Land's End or Penzance to Lizard, a basic event safety kit (whistle, foil blanket, sterile dressing, wipes, plasters) and a short post-race massage. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.