Saints Way Challenge & Ricochet

Looe, United Kingdom • 5 Sep 2026

Saints Way Challenge & Ricochet 2026

The Saints Way Challenge & Ricochet takes place on 05 September 2026 in Looe, Cornwall, running along the Saints Way Trail across the county. This is the eighth edition of the event, organised by Purple Gecko Events.

Two ultra-distance options follow the Saints Way route between Padstow and Fowey. The event includes live GPS tracking, medals for all finishers, trophies for top finishers and personalised race bibs. Feed stations are fully stocked and race photography is provided at no extra charge. Runners must carry items from a mandatory kit list.

Optional extras offered at booking include a mini bus return to Padstow and a race tee. Timing is managed by ST App Service and there will be no chip timing. There are cut-off times for each distance to ensure participant safety. Early-bird pricing windows are available and a limited super early bird offer is mentioned. Registration closes on 20 August 2026.

Distances:

  • 28 Miles Padstow to Fowey
  • 56 Miles Fowey to Padstow return

The event information names Looe as the location and lists Purple Gecko Events as the organiser. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

56 mi
Saints Way Ricochet Ultra Marathon
28 mi
The Challenge Padstow to Fowey
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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