The Saints & Smugglers 100 Mile Challenge is back in 2024!
4 unique
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stages on 4 different dates culminating in the legendary Saints & Smugglers Challenge!
Sign up for one if it you fancy or take the plunge and commit to all 4 in order to complete the 100 Mile challenge!
(Please see the individual stage pages on the left hand navigation bar to enter events separately ⬅)
(or MORE section above on Mobile site)
The 2024 Challenge is in support of the amazing Children's Hospice Southwest & charity places are available on all 4 stages so you can show your own support for these wonderful people.
Please note charity places are subject to a minimum amount of sponsorship required to be raised by the participant.
(Please email us at reception.lh@chsw.org.uk for more info)
Stage 1 –
9h March 2024 -The Polruan Shuffle
– 12 miles of challenging scenic Coast path along the south coast of Cornwall from Looe to Polruan.
All the views, the odd step & some pretty coves along the way!
Finish in the charming village of Polruan, right on the water.
Refreshments available 30 yards from finish.
1 feed station part way at Talland Bay. No cut off. 0800hrs start
Stage 2 – 27th
April 2024 - The Smugglers Way
– 37 Miles, North Coast to South Coast.
Straight across beautiful inner Kernow from Boscastle to Looe via multiple Tors including Brown Willy on Bodmin Moor.
Swing by Jamaica Inn (CP2) and carry on south through green fields, lush valleys, hidden hamlets & stunning countryside before arriving into the bustling streets of Looe.
4 Check points along the way, 14.5 hour cut off
GPX file available, compass essential & recommended OS maps are an advantage.
0630hrs start in Boscastle
Stage 3 – 8th June 2023 -The Boscastle Scramble
– A tough coastal marathon along the beautifully rugged North Cornwall Coast path from posh Rock to quaint little Boscastle, through charming Port Isaac & via historic Tintagel.
3 manned & fully stocked checkpoints along the way.
Wonderfully brutal, add in some steps, a smidge of elevation & some of the best views in Kernow - What a combo!
9 hour cut off. 0730hrs start in Rock
The Wellington Hotel in Boscastle is your finish point with a special menu & bar for runners & family/friends alike!
Stage 4 –
7th September 2024 - The Saints Way Challenge
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28.5 miles, Padstow to Fowey. Straight across the County following the ancient Saints Way Trail, via Helman Tor for the views & the gorgeous Fowey Valley, through lush fields and sparkling woodlands.
Straight through the stunning heart of Kernow.
3 manned & fully stocked Checkpoints along the way. 10.5 hour cut off.
7am start in Padstow
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There is an optional extra cost for mini bus transport on all 4 stages (please book at the same time as you book your challenge entry).
All 4 events are supported,
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exercises with manned checkpoints stocked with fluid and sustenance along the route.
All runners will receive a Saints & Smugglers stage medal for each stage they complete. Those completing the 100 Mile challenge will receive a unique 100 Mile Challenge prize in addition!
We will have awards for 1st, 2nd, 3rd Male & Female on each stage & an award for the overall series Champion!
All 4 events are subject to restricted numbers.
There will be a mandatory kit list for runners to carry on all 4 stages & competitors will be subject to a kit check at registration for each stage.
Please see individual stage event pages for the kit lists found on the menu to the left. Be aware they may differ slightly across the stages. ⬅
All stages will be timed. Runners will be issued with a GPS tracker prior to the start of each race and be required to check in at the start, ALL checkpoints & the finish.
The minimum age for all stages is 18 years.
Please keep an eye out for further event information posted closer to race day. If you have any questions please contact us at info@purplegeckoevents.co.uk
Cardinham Race Info
The Cardinham Winter 10k returns on Saturday 11th & Thursday 16th September 2021!
Socially distant trail running, 3 waves to choose from, no cut off time, everyone receives a Cardinham Winter Series 2021 medal with the 10k ribbon plus we have awards for top 3 male & Female in each category!
10k trail run & 10k Canicross to choose from!
Saturday 11th September 2021
10K Canicross 0725am
10K Wave 1 0730am
10K Wave 2 0900am
Thursday 16th September 2021
10K Canicross 0625pm
10K 0630pm
Minimum age for this event is 14 years for the 10k and 16 years for Canicross, children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Runners that were already signed up for postponed event due to to Covid in 2020 will be automatically transferred over to this event. We will email all entrants with confirmation including allocated starting wave:)
Take advantage of the early bird offer, keep an eye out for further detail closer to race day!
The Cardinham Woods Winter 5k returns on Sunday 12th September 2021!
Socially distant trail running, 2 distances to choose from, no cut off time, everyone receives a Cardinham Winter Series 2021 medal with awards for first male & female in each category!
5k trail run, 5k Canicross event & 2.5k Fun Run to choose from!
5K Canicross 07:55am
5K (Wave 1) 08:00am
2.5K 08:05am
5K (Wave 2) 09:00am
Minimum age for this event is 5 years or the fun run, 8 years for the 5k and 16 years for Canicross, children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Take advantage of the early bird offer, keep an eye out for further detail closer to race day!