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Lighthouse Marathon | Bys Vyken Events

Pendeen, United Kingdom • 8 Nov 2025

The Lighthouse Marathon, organized by Bys Vyken Events, is held along the rugged Cornish Coast Path in Cornwall, UK. Known as Cornwall's toughest marathon, the 26.2-mile trail features challenging terrain including mud, water, rocks, sand, tarmac, big climbs, and dunes, with nearly 4,000 feet of elevation gain. The race starts at Pendeen and finishes at Godrevy, with a generous cutoff time that may have runners finishing in the dark near the iconic lighthouse. In 2025, a new 34-mile Lighthouse Ultra is introduced, covering three lighthouses—Longships, Pendeen, and Godrevy—offering an even more demanding and scenic experience. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom South West (England) Pendeen

Race information

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34 mi
Ultra
26 mi
4000 m+
Marathon
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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