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Lobster Lollop

Name: Lobster Lollop
Start: 2026-11-14
End: 2026-11-14
Location: Padstow

Padstow, United Kingdom • 14 Nov 2026

Lobster Lollop 2026

The Lobster Lollop takes place on 14 November 2026 in Padstow, running out and back along the Camel Trail. The event is a timed trail run that raises support for the National Lobster Hatchery in Padstow.

Distances on offer include:

2.5 km fun run
5 km trail run and canicross category
10 km trail run and canicross category
10 Miles trail run and canicross category

There are no cut off times and every runner receives a finisher medal. The event provides personalised bibs, awards for top finishers in each distance, and free race photography. Showing the event medal on race weekend grants free access to the National Lobster Hatchery.

The event is family friendly; children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Registration closes on 1 November 2026. Timing for the event is provided by ST App Service and there will be no chip timing. An optional donation to the National Lobster Hatchery is available to support their conservation work. The event is organised by Purple Gecko Events. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom South West (England) Padstow

Race information

Website Registration

10 mi

Lobster Lollop 10 Mile

10 mi

Lobster Lollop Canicross 10 Mile

10 km

Lobster Lollop Canicross 10k

10 km

Lobster Lollop 10k

5 km

Lobster Lollop Canicross 5k

5 km

Lobster Lollop 5k

Lobster Lollop Fun Run (2.5k)

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

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