Lighthouse Marathon | Bys Vyken Events

Pendeen, United Kingdom • 8 Nov 2025

Event overview

The Lighthouse Marathon is a point-to-point trail race on the Cornish Coast Path held on 8 November 2025. The marathon covers 26.2 miles with nearly 4,000 feet of elevation gain. Terrain includes mud, water, rocks, sand, tarmac, climbs and dunes. The race route finishes at Godrevy and the event includes a time cut off; some finishers may complete the course after dark.

A new ultra was added for 2025. The Lighthouse Ultra is 34 miles and passes three lighthouses: Longships, Pendeen and Godrevy. The ultra starts at Land's End and is limited to 70 runners.

Practical information

Race registration takes place at The Sunset Surf Cafe in Gwithian. Buses transfer runners from the registration area to the respective start locations. The event offers free parking for runners at the car park, with a request to car share where possible. Bag drop is available and food is provided after the run. All entries close two weeks before the event. Entry fees are shown as £52.00 and £65.00. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

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