Beacon Beast Marathon
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Beacon Beast Marathon & The Beastly Half : event details
The Beacon Beast Marathon and the Beastly Half (Beastie McBeastRace) take place on 19 April 2026 at Shire House, Priory Park, Bodmin, PL31 2DQ. Distances offered:
- 27 miles with about 3000 ft of elevation
- 14 miles with about 2800 ft of elevation
Both races follow multi-terrain sections of the Bodmin Way on a figure-of-eight route. Minimum age for entry is 18. Entries open 12 May 2025 and close 12 April 2026. Entry fees are approximately £35-£37 for the marathon and £28-£30 for the half. The half marathon is part of the local Multi Terrain Running Series.
Route, support and logistics
The route was created by local parishes and passes Lanhydrock National Trust Estate, Redmoor Nature Reserve, parts of The Saint's Way, Helman Tor, The Beacon Nature Reserve, Cardinham Woods, Lanivet, Nanstallon, Cardinham Village and Bodmin. The course crosses A30 bridges and underpasses, streams, stiles, possible bog, stepping stones in place of boardwalk and includes added elevation where it reenters Cardinham Woods. Bluebells at Lanhydrock and Lamorick and newborn lambs in fields are noted features. The final mile of both races is downhill then up steps to St Petroc's church.
Aid stations are based at the local churches, with Lanhydrock at the main car park. The event provides a written route description and a GPX file, and uses biodegradable tape, arrows and marshals for signposting. Finishers receive a bespoke medal, a t-shirt and a complimentary drink. Proceeds from the event have been shared with local community groups. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
