The Lighthouse Marathon and Ultra is known as Cornwall's toughest marathon, offering a unique coastal race experience. The event includes a 26.2-mile marathon and a 34-mile ultra marathon. Runners will pass by three lighthouses, navigating through various terrains such as mud, deep puddles, tarmac, and sand. The race is not only a test of endurance but also a race against time, as participants must finish before dark. The event promises a scenic yet demanding route, making it a memorable challenge for all participants.
Race
The Lighthouse Marathon is a challenging trail race along the Cornish Coast Path, covering 26.2 miles of tough terrain including mud, water, rocks, sand, tarmac, big climbs, and dunes.
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FAQs
What is the Lighthouse Marathon?
How long is the Lighthouse Marathon?
Where does the Lighthouse Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Lighthouse Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Lighthouse Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Lighthouse Marathon?
The Lighthouse Marathon is a challenging trail race along the Cornish Coast Path, covering 26.2 miles of tough terrain including mud, water, rocks, sand, tarmac, big climbs, and dunes.
The Lighthouse Marathon is 42km long.
The Lighthouse Marathon takes place in Redruth, Cornwall, United Kingdom.
The Lighthouse Marathon elevation gain is 1259 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Lighthouse Marathon?
The Lighthouse Marathon is a challenging trail race along the Cornish Coast Path, covering 26.2 miles of tough terrain including mud, water, rocks, sand, tarmac, big climbs, and dunes.
How long is the Lighthouse Marathon?
The Lighthouse Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the Lighthouse Marathon take place?
The Lighthouse Marathon takes place in Redruth, Cornwall, United Kingdom.
What is the elevation gain of the Lighthouse Marathon?
The Lighthouse Marathon elevation gain is 1259 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the Lighthouse Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Lighthouse Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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