Sat 4 Jul 2026 Carnforth, Lake District National Park, UK
The Cross-Bay Half-Marathon
The only half marathon in the world that crosses a tidal bay! Rare chance to run across the iconic sands of Morecambe Bay guided safely by two experts in tractors at the front and back of the field.
Enter now- Sat 4 Jul 2026
The Promenade, Carnforth > Cark Airfield, Grange-over-Sands
The Cross-Bay Half-Marathon
09:00
Age 17 & over
Self-funded
Entry fee
£100.00
Sponsorship
Entry fee
£55.00
Minimum sponsorship
£150.00
- 13.1 miles road running
Event overview
Will you beat the Bay?
The Cross Bay Half Marathon is a remarkable point-to-point race across the vast tidal sands of Morecambe Bay, guided safely by the famous King’s Guide to the Sands.
Starting at Arnside and finishing in Grange-over-Sands, runners follow a constantly changing route across open sands and shallow channels while raising funds for CancerCare.
Highlights
- Unique half marathon across Morecambe Bay sands
- Guided safely by the King’s Guide to the Sands
- Point-to-point route from Arnside to Grange-over-Sands
- Spectacular coastal scenery and huge open landscapes
- Rare chance to run across tidal bay sands
- Well organised charity event supporting CancerCare
- Friendly atmosphere with strong community support
- Finisher medal and post-race celebration in Grange
Embrace the sand and water for an incredible cause
Event details
- Average fitness
- Event village
- Free venue entry
Route
- Cut off time
- First aid
- Flat
- Marshals
- Mass start
- Navigation not required
- No headphones
- Point to point
- Return transport
- Single start
- Traffic free
Location
- Coast
- Free parking
What's included
- Medal
- T-shirt
Fundraising
- Fundraising materials
- Fundraising optional
- Fundraising support