St Ives Bay 10K
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St Ives Bay 10k
The St Ives Bay 10k is an off-road, beach and dunes race held on Thursday 6 August 2026 in Hayle, Cornwall. The main course is a 10 km route that begins on the beach and runs toward the lighthouse, then rises onto the dunes near Gwithian car park around mile 3. Runners follow approximately two miles of Towans paths, including a final "Dune of Doom", before returning to the beach for the closing 1.2 miles. The 2026 route includes a new guided line onto the dunes that avoids the Gwithian steps.
A separate 1 mile beach fun run is also offered with entries on the night for under 16s; the fun run has a £5 entry fee for U16s.
Distances
- 10 km off-road, beach and dunes course
- 1 mile beach fun run for U16s
Entries open 1 May 2026 and close 5 August 2026. Entry fees are listed as Affiliated £18 and Unaffiliated £20. Minimum age for the main event is 16. The race is fully chip timed and is race 2 in the Cornwall Multi Terrain Series. The event is run under UKA rules with licence number 8112 through the Trail Running Association.
There is a water station at mile 3 and the event is cupless. Finishers receive a bespoke medal. Changing and toilet facilities are available and car parking is nearby for a fee. Headphones including bone conduction models are not permitted. Prizes are awarded to the first three male and female finishers, with additional age category and team prizes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
