Beacon Beast Marathon
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Event
The Beacon Beast Marathon and the Beastly Half take place on Sunday 19 April 2026 in Bodmin, starting and finishing at Shire House, Priory Park, PL31 2DQ. Entry is open to participants aged 18 or older. The event is organised by local church groups and follows public footpaths along the Bodmin Way. The half marathon is part of the Cornish Multi Terrain Running Series for 2026.
Course and logistics
Distances:
- 27 miles - marathon, approximately 3000 ft of ascent
- 14 miles - half marathon (Beastie McBeastRace), approximately 2800 ft of ascent
The route is a figure-of-eight using mixed terrain: public footpaths, local roads, nature reserves, woodland and fields. Features include A30 crossings (bridges or underpasses), streams, stiles, occasional bog, stepping stones, and significant climbs in Cardinham Woods. Aid stations are located at local churches, with Lanhydrock aid in the main car park. The organiser provides a written route description and a GPX file; the route is marked with biodegradable tape, arrows and marshals.
The final mile of both races is mainly downhill, then finishes with steps up to St Petroc's church. Finishers receive a bespoke medal, a t-shirt and a complimentary drink. Entry fees listed for 2026 are: marathon affiliated £35, marathon unaffiliated £37, half affiliated £28, half unaffiliated £30. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
