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Name: Fairytale Of Newquay
Start: 2025-12-13
End: 2025-12-13
Location: Newquay

Newquay, United Kingdom • 13 Dec 2025

The Fairytale of Newquay is a festive coastal running event featuring a 'Long' half marathon (15 miles) and an ultramarathon (30 miles) along the scenic North Coast of Cornwall. Participants will start at Porth Beach and Harlyn Bay, with a focus on self-navigation and festive themes, including optional costumes. Runners will receive a GPS tracker and must carry essential safety gear. Checkpoints will provide refreshments, and all finishers will receive a medal. The event supports the Newquay Coastguard Association, and registration is open for those looking to end the racing year in style. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom South West (England) Newquay

Race information

Website Registration

30 mi

Fairy Tale Ultra Marathon

13 mi

Fairy Tale Long Half Marathon

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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