The Smugglers Way

Looe, United Kingdom • 25 Apr 2026

Event overview

The Smugglers Way 2026 is an ultra running event held on 25 April 2026 in Cornwall, Great Britain. The route runs coast to coast from Boscastle to Looe and crosses Bodmin Moor. The event supports the East Cornwall Search & Rescue Team and is organised by Purple Gecko Events. It is stage 2 of the Saints & Smugglers 100 Mile Challenge Series in 2026.

Race details

  • 37 Miles

The course includes four check points and a 13.5 hour cut-off. Live GPS tracking will be available for participants. The event provides free race photography, medals for all finishers, and awards for top finishers. An optional minibus return and a race tee are available when booking.

The event is timed by ST App Service; there will be no chip timing. Registration closes 15 April 2026. Entry fees change over time: an early-price tier at £60 + fee, a later tier at £70 + fee, and a late tier at £85 + fee; a 6% fee applies per order. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

37 mi
37 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

Head to Polzeath on 10 January 2026 for an Endurancelife coastal challenge along rugged trails, sand and cliffs. Choose 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon or Ultra and earn season leaderboard points along with a finisher's medal.

UTMB Index

The Runners Navigation Course - Princetown will take place in Princetown on Sunday 11 January 2026.

Tackle Dartmoor in this three race fell series run in pairs only, with challenging navigation and rugged tors across three classic routes. Limited to 35 pairs, entries cover all races and include phone tracking for safety.

The Hardhead will take place in Cardinham on Sunday 18 January 2026.