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Swanage Lighthouse Loop Run

Name: Swanage Lighthouse Loop Run
Start: 2026-08-12
End: 2026-08-12
Location: Swanage Beachfront

Swanage Beachfront, United Kingdom • 12 Aug 2026

RNLI Swanage Lighthouse Loop Run

The Lighthouse Loop is a mainly trail, multi terrain run of approximately 5k. The route starts from Peveril Point near RNLI Swanage Lifeboat Station, follows the Jurassic Coast through Durlston Country Park, reaches Anvil Point Lighthouse and returns into Swanage.

The event forms part of Swanage Lifeboat Week and is one of six races in the Purbeck Trail Series. It is presented by RNLI Events and takes place in person at the RNLI Swanage Lifeboat Station location on Peveril Point Road.

Practical notes listed for the event include an expected duration of around 1 hour 30 minutes and a no refunds policy. The organiser provides information about race logistics such as parking, number collection, course water provision, bag drop, and guidance on footwear, and lists common participant questions about on the day entry and permitted equipment. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom South West (England) Swanage Beachfront

Race information

Registration

5 km

Lighthouse Loop

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

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