Cross-Bay Half-Marathon Entry, Date & Race Guide

The Cross Bay Half Marathon is one of the UK’s most distinctive half marathons, taking runners on a guided route across the sands of Morecambe Bay. Organised in support of CancerCare, the event combines a memorable endurance challenge with spectacular coastal scenery and a strong community atmosphere.

Unlike a traditional road half marathon, the course follows historic cross-bay routes led by the official King’s Guide to the Sands, with runners travelling across beaches, tidal flats, and open sands between the Cumbrian coast and the Cartmel Peninsula. The ever-changing terrain and unique setting make it a standout experience in the UK running calendar.

Popular with runners looking for an unusual and adventurous race, the Cross Bay Half Marathon offers a mixture of challenge, scenery, and charity fundraising while showcasing one of the country’s most remarkable natural landscapes.