Splash & Dash Beach Race
St Andrews, United Kingdom • 26 Jul 2026
Splash & Dash Beach Race : West Sands, St Andrews
The Splash & Dash Beach Race is a two lap race held on West Sands Beach at St Andrews. The course is approximately 4 miles and is run mainly on firm compact sand. The route starts and finishes at the Life Guards Beach Hut. At the end of each lap there is a planned water dip on the course, so competitors should expect to get more than their feet wet and bring a change of clothing.
Race headquarters facilities include number pick up, toilets and car parking at the Beach Ranger's Office, West Sands Road, St Andrews. There are no changing facilities at the venue. The postcode for the Beach Ranger's Office is KY16 9XL.
All finishers receive a race medal or memento. Prizes are awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd overall for males and females, plus first male and female in Over 40, Over 50, Over 60 and Over 70 categories. The organiser does not provide water; participants must bring their own drinks. There is no official baggage storage and any items left at the start or finish are left at the runner's own risk.
The entry fee is listed as £11.00. Entry fee refunds or deferrals are not available; number transfers are permitted up to seven days before the race. Race results will be posted online after the event and updates will appear on the Nuts Trail Races Facebook page. The event is permitted by the Association of Running Clubs and held under ARC Rules. Running with another person’s bib number is prohibited for medical reasons. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.