Beacon Beast Marathon
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Beacon Beast Marathon & The Beastly Half - Bodmin, 19 April 2026
Beacon Beast organises two multi terrain races around Bodmin following the Bodmin Way. Distances offered include:
- 27 miles - 3000 ft elevation, Beacon Beast Marathon
- 14 miles - 2800 ft elevation, Beastie McBeastRace
The route was created by local parishes and uses public footpaths. It passes Lanhydrock National Trust Estate, Redmoor Nature Reserve, parts of The Saint's Way and Helman Tor, The Beacon Nature Reserve, Cardinham Woods, Lanivet, Nanstallon, Cardinham Village and Bodmin. The course combines stretches of local road, muddy sections, stiles and varied terrain. Signposting includes biodegradable tape, arrows and marshals. Organisers provide a written route description and a GPX file.
Aid stations are based at the local churches, with Lanhydrock aid in the main car park. Community groups from churches, schools, scouts and cadets support the event and share in funds raised; after four events more than £10,000 has been shared. The final mile of both races is downhill then up the steps to St Petroc's church. Participants receive a bespoke medal, a t-shirt and a complimentary drink at the finish.
Entries are managed through SiEntries. The event base is Shire House, Priory Park, Bodmin PL31 2DQ. Minimum age is 18. Entries recorded so far are 332 with 12 on the waiting list. XCover insurance is offered as an optional purchase. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
