Lighthouse Marathon
Pendeen, United Kingdom • 7 Nov 2026
Lighthouse Marathon and Ultra
The Lighthouse Marathon and Ultra is a point to point trail race along the Cornish Coast Path on 7 November 2026. The event starts in the Pendeen area and finishes at Godrevy lighthouse. The ultra begins at Land's End, passes Longships lighthouse, joins the marathon route at Pendeen and finishes at Godrevy.
Distances
- Marathon 26.2 miles to Godrevy lighthouse
- Ultra 35 miles visiting three lighthouses
The course includes varied coastal terrain: mud, water, rocks, sand and tarmac, with dunes and sustained climbs. The marathon accumulates about 4000 feet of ascent while the ultra has over 6000 feet of ascent. Organisers provide race registration at the Sunset Surf Cafe in Gwithian and bus transfers from the registration area to the start; all runners are allocated a seat. There is a free car park for runners, a bag drop and post race food available.
Entries open on 1 June and close two weeks before the event. Refunds are available up to four weeks before the start and deferrals up to two weeks before the start. The ultra is limited to 70 runners. Crew are allowed but support runners are not permitted on course. If an Amber or Red weather warning is issued by the Met Office the race may be rescheduled or held virtually. ARC permit numbers ARC/26/0039 and ARC/26/0040 apply. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.