Smugglers Way

Boscastle, United Kingdom • 25 Apr 2026

Smugglers Way is a supported, self-navigation trail run across Cornwall, starting in the coastal village of Boscastle and finishing in Looe on the south coast. The route travels from the north coast through the interior, crossing Bodmin Moor and Brown Willy, then along wooded valleys and tors to the finish at the Hannafore Point Hotel, offering a dramatic sea-view setting for 2026. It is Stage 2 of the Saints & Smugglers 100 Mile Challenge.

Runners receive GPS trackers and must check in at four checkpoints, with an overall time limit of 13.5 hours. Registration is at the Riverside Hotel, Boscastle. The event includes a mandatory kit list, bag drop, and optional bus transfer back. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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The Smugglers Way
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