Where can I find the Eden Marathon and Half-Marathon route map?
Use the official course links on this page for the organiser route page, map PDF or route download.
Official course linksEden Marathon and Half-Marathon Half Marathon
This race edition
- Race date
- Date not confirmed for this distance
- Race timezone
- Timezone not confirmed
- Edition status
- Status not confirmed
Entry options
2026 edition
Entry options are not yet confirmed for this edition. Check the organiser before making plans.
true cost £173
Decision summary
Eden Marathon and Half-Marathon Half Marathon at a glance
- Entry fee
- £43
- Typical conditions
- 72/100
- Evidence depth
- 29 verified facts
Lower than 33% of comparable known fees
Historical race-date favourability, not a forecast
Source facts available
Route details
Known course facts at a glance
Eden Marathon and Half-Marathon Half Marathon has known course details for its half marathon race. The summary below keeps the focus on what is confirmed for the course.
- Official distance
- 21.1 km
- Scenery
- Countryside, Waterfront, Forest, Riverside, Historic
Quick answers
What runners ask first
How hilly is the Eden Marathon and Half-Marathon?
The Eden Marathon and Half-Marathon is described as hilly. The course listing puts the climb at 312 m.
Where does the Eden Marathon and Half-Marathon route go?
The Eden Marathon and Half-Marathon route starts at Eden Project, Bodelva, near St Austell, Cornwall PL24 2SG and finishes at Eden Project, Bodelva, near St Austell, Cornwall PL24 2SG. Underfoot, expect multi-terrain: 60% on public roads and 40% on trails and paths; off-road surfaces are generally good underfoot. It passes Eden Project Biomes, Helman Tor, Cornish china clay (Clay Country) mining heritage landscape, woodland trails and open Cornish countryside. All runners receive a Cornish pasty and a beer at the finish, plus free Eden Project entry on race day for runners and accompanying supporters.
What should runners know on race day for the Eden Marathon and Half-Marathon?
Chip timing with free online race analysis provided via RunPix.
Race character
Scenery
- Countryside
- Waterfront
- Forest
- Riverside
- Historic
Atmosphere
- Destination
- Community
- Elevation character
- Hilly
- Source-stated ascent
- 312 m
Entry, logistics and records
Entry requirements
- Entry status
- Open entry: The held registration model is open entry and this edition is not marked sold out.
- Minimum age
- 17+
Race day logistics
- Medal
- Every finisher receives a themed medal.
Access and course status
- Start
- Eden Project, Bodelva, near St Austell, Cornwall PL24 2SG
- Finish
- Eden Project, Bodelva, near St Austell, Cornwall PL24 2SG
Course facts
- Surface
- Multi Terrain: 60% on public roads and 40% on trails and paths; off Road surfaces are generally good underfoot.
- Landmarks
- Eden Project Biomes, Helman Tor, Cornish china clay (Clay Country) mining heritage landscape, woodland trails, open Cornish countryside
- Notable features
- Run in partnership with St Austell Running Club
- the marathon starts at 9:30am and the half-marathon at 10:00am on the same day
- All runners receive a Cornish pasty and a beer at the finish, plus free Eden Project entry on race day for runners and accompanying supporters
- Chip timing with free online race analysis provided via RunPix
- Water stations approximately every three miles
- isotonic drinks at mile 7
What does it really cost to run?
| Entry fee | £43 |
|---|---|
| Travel (modelled) | £40 |
| Accommodation (modelled) | £90 |
| Estimated total | £173 |
What are typical race-day conditions?
- 12°CTypical temperature
- 25 kphTypical wind
- 4 mmTypical rainfall
- 72Favourability /100
More race details
How much does the Eden Marathon and Half-Marathon cost?
The adult entry fee is £43, and the estimated true cost to the start line is about £173 including modelled travel and accommodation.