St Ives Bay 10K
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St Ives Bay 10k
A testing all off-road beach and dunes race of 10 km along the Hayle/St Ives coast. The course starts on the beach and runs towards the lighthouse, then rises onto the dunes at Gwithian car park around mile 3. Runners follow about 2 miles of Towans paths, including a final "Dune of Doom", before returning to the beach for the last 1.2 miles.
Additional event details include a water stop at mile 3 and a CUPLESS policy. All finishers receive a bespoke medal. Changing and toilet facilities are available and car parking is provided nearby for a fee. Headphones, including bone conduction models, are not permitted.
Prizes are awarded to the first three male and female finishers, with further age category and team prizes. The event is run under UKA rules with licence number 8112 through the Trail Running Association. The race is fully chip timed and forms race 2 of the Cornwall Multi Terrain Series. Entries and swaps are not accepted on the day; swaps can be made up until entries close. Minimum age for the main race is 16.
There is also a separate 1 mile beach fun run with entries taken on the night; under 16s entry fee is £5. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
