Lundy Island Race

Event

The Lundy Island Race is a trail running event on Lundy Island, scheduled for 28 June 2026. The route covers coastal and inland trails and is roughly 13.5 miles long. The course visits all four corners of the island, including technical eastern coastal trails, undulating western clifftops and the central spine of the island. The race is fully marked and marshalled, with first aid available on course and at race headquarters. There is a 3.75 hour time limit. Registration and the start/finish are on the village green outside the Marisco Tavern. Every finisher receives a race medal.

Logistics and rules

OuterEdge Events provides a chartered ferry, the MS Oldenburg, from Ilfracombe harbour. The ferry option is limited to 250 runners and is reserved for registered runners and marshals only. A non-raceboat entry is available for those who make their own travel and accommodation arrangements to the island. Minimum age to enter is 17 years. Raceboat entries have a staged refund policy: 75% refund until 31 December 2025, 50% refund until 31 May 2026, and no refunds after that date. Non-raceboat entry fees are non-refundable. Mandatory kit includes capacity to carry 500 ml of water, trail shoes, a backpack or waistpack, head cover, waterproof jacket, foil blanket, a collapsible reusable cup, a fully charged mobile phone, and emergency food. The Race Director’s decision is final. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.