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Splash & Dash Beach Race

Name: Splash & Dash Beach Race
Start: 2025-07-20
End: 2025-07-20
Location: St Andrews

St Andrews, United Kingdom • 20 Jul 2025

The Splash & Dash Beach Race is a scenic running event held on West Sands Beach in St Andrews, Fife. Scheduled for July 20, 2025, the race covers approximately 4 miles over two laps on firm, compact sand, starting and finishing at the Life Guards Beach Hut. A unique feature of the course is a refreshing water dip at the end of each lap, so participants are advised to bring a change of clothes.

The event offers medals for all finishers and prizes for top overall and age-group finishers. Facilities include number pick-up, toilets, and parking at the Beach Ranger's Office, but no changing or baggage storage. Runners must bring their own water. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Scotland St Andrews

Race information

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4 mi

Approximately 4 Miles

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

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