Beacon Beast Marathon & The Beastly Half
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Beacon Beast Marathon & The Beastly Half
Beacon Beast Marathon & The Beastly Half take place on 25 April 2027 in Bodmin. The route was created by the parishes of Bodmin, Nanstallon, Lanivet, Lanhydrock and Cardinham Churches and follows public footpaths and sections of the Bodmin Way across mixed terrain.
Distances offered:
- Beacon Beast Marathon: 27 miles, 3000 ft elevation
- Beastie McBeastRace (The Beastlie Half): 14 miles, 2800 ft elevation
The course passes Lanhydrock National Trust Estate, Redmoor Nature Reserve, glimpses of The Saint's Way and Helman Tor, The Beacon Nature Reserve, Cardinham Woods, Lanivet, Nanstallon, Cardinham Village and Bodmin. Runners encounter stretches of local road, muddy sections, stiles and changes in elevation, including a lengthy climb through Cardinham Woods. Aid stations are based at the local churches, with Lanhydrock served from the main car park. Volunteers come from local playgroups, schools, youth groups, Scouts, church groups, bell ringers and other community organisations. Event proceeds are shared with these groups; after four events more than £10,000 has been distributed.
The route is signposted using biodegradable tape, arrows and marshals. Organisers provide a written route description and a GPX file. The final mile of both races descends then returns up steps to St Petroc's church, where finishers receive a bespoke medal, a t-shirt if not collected earlier and a complimentary drink from the church. Registration is at Shire House, Priory Park, Bodmin PL31 2DQ. Entries open 15 June 2026 and close 18 April 2027; minimum age is 20 on the event date. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
