Bys Vyken Events bring Corwall to life through their trail races. Join in the adventure and experience Kernow
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22/11/2024
We have a full bus and limited spaces left for the second bus for Bys Vyken Events Fordh Sen Mighal event shuttle bus! π
Leave your car at the finish line at Marazion, and we will get you to the start line in time to register, so all you have to worry about is running!!!
DM to book your space now! ππ
18/11/2024
Do you fancy joining our growing band of Superheros? π¦ΈββοΈ
These wonderful people are the lifeblood of Bys Vyken Events β€οΈ
Without them, race events would not happen.
And because of that, we love to reward you.
Pin badges for each race you marshal, race credits towards future events, special gifts every 5 events, marshal day, a free buffet party and get together in August and most importantly, our eternal love and gratitude π
We are looking for a couple more marshals for our popular Fordh Sen Mighal race.
Can you help? We would love to see you
And you don't have to be a runner to help, come and support your family, friends or team.
Drop me a message if you are available on Saturday 7th December from 9am
Bys Vyken Events Firebrand Brewing Co Jordan's Karen Spooner Soft Tissue Therapist Omega Medical Coastal Connections
16/11/2024
At Bys Vyken Events, we are known for putting on some tough events.
You have just experienced the Lighthouse marathon, where to be honest, the weather gods were smiling on you π₯
Enjoyed it?
Fancy some more?
Well, 2025 brings lots of adventures for you to sign up to πββοΈ
Classic Jack and Ultra Jack are open right now, where there will be a lot more mud than you had last week.
December sees the early entries available for our new Corsairs Marathon with more elevation than the lighthouse
Then, if you really, really enjoyed the race, entries will open in April for the NEW lighthouse Ultra. Limited to 70 runners πββοΈ
Remember, we also have events for those getting into trail running or just fancy a light hearted run with friends.
Run Like Hell, Pirate Half and The Woods are all fantastic events www.bysvykenevents.com
Photos πΈ Will HP Photography
Cousin Jack, the Classic and the Ultra
Run Like Hell III
Smugglers Pirate and Corsair The Woods
Lighthouse Marathon and Ultra
Fordh Sen Mighal
15/11/2024
Come and join is at the show. Special offers on the day β€οΈ
Another FORTH year exhibitor and 2025 show sponsor the amazing Bys Vyken Events of course!
A BIG part of the Cornish running community it many ways β€οΈ
Looking forward to another year with Running Beard and swampytigs showcasing their 2025 racing event calendar ππββοΈ what race will you be signing up for?
πΈ Will HP Photography
15/11/2024
Taking part in a Bys Vyken Event is an awesome thing.
The community feel and camaraderie are the very essence of the buzz that you feel.
With nearly 60 runners on the FSM wait list, our races are becoming very sought after.
And one way, not to miss out os with Bys Vyken Gold. Your one ticket to all 6 races.
Never miss one again and save yourself 25% off the entry price. That's only Β£28 a race!
Upgrades are available for the longer distances and if you can't make 1 date, it can be done virtually
Plus, new for 2025. Get to choose your race number for the whole year!!
Winner winner π
Pop onto the website and click the gold banner
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14/11/2024
Missed getting your muddy paws on one of these beauts?
Never fear, virtuals are here π
Drop onto the website and enter the Lighthouse virtual
Do your run and receive a medal in the post.
Lovely jubbly π
Did you enjoy the race of the year and will we be seeing you for 2025?
Bys Vyken Events Firebrand Brewing Co The South West Coast Path National Trust Sunset Surf Cafe/Bar Pendeen Rovers AFC
11/11/2024
After a busy morning, the results are live on our Web site.
Click on the lighthouse and the result tab is at the bottom
Thank you for running with us and for all those who said never again π€
See you next year!! π www.bysvykenevents.com
Sunset Surf Cafe/Bar Firebrand Brewing Co Karen Spooner Soft Tissue Therapist Omega Medical
10/11/2024
Afternoon All
I've been and and took down all the course markings. We are now knee deep in cleaning, emptying and packing away.
I will get onto the computer tomorrow and upload all the results, probably by the evening
Thank you all for your support β€οΈ
We put on these races but they would be nothing without the runners and ou marshals π
We are already looking forward to seeing you all again for Fordh Sen Mighal in December
That race is sold out but if you enjoyed a Bys Vyken Event then there are spaces on Cousin Jack and Run Like Hell
Pop onto the website and have a look. www.bysvykenevents.com
Firebrand Brewing Co Sunset Surf Cafe/Bar Pendeen Rovers AFC Karen Spooner Soft Tissue Therapist Omega Medical
07/11/2024
Missed a race?
Don't be glum
You can still do our races virtually and earn yourself that medal!
Pop onto to our website and enter via the virtual medals tab.
We also have some of our snoods left if you feel like showing the Cornish colours at your next event
Drop me a message if you would like one.
Only Β£8 each inc postage
Additional snoods are Β£7
05/11/2024
Ultra Jack was my first Ultra and where myself & Sarah, first met.
(Plus I've taken a few selfies there π)
But why my first?
Stupidity?
Naivety?
Didn't know what I was doing?
Probably all three π€£
This race tests your very soul
It doubles the toughness of any other race
Many have fallen and many have succeeded
You are all warriors πͺ
But who will be next to take on the challenge?
Bys Vyken Events Keltek Brewery Karen Spooner Soft Tissue Therapist Lavenders Cornish Pasties Omega Medical National Trust The South West Coast Path
04/11/2024
Entries are open for Run Like Hell III
A fantastic race for those just getting into trail running
The The Swap Box will be there, if you haven't got the right trainers or kit. Bring something to exchange
Firebrand Brewing Co will be there, handing out free beers π»
Prizes, trophies and medals π
And to top it all, The Hell's Mouth Coffeehouse will have coffee and cakes to finish your run π
This is a sell out event, don't leave it too late πββοΈπββοΈ
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02/11/2024
Don't worry, we have not been lost in the murk π»
It's been a bit busy at Bys Vyken Towers.
Planning all the treats and surprises for you next year
We will be at the Cornwall Running Show in January, where we will be handing out goodie bags to the first 25 people at the door. Filled with wonderful things and samples of what runners received in 2024. Plus one bag will have a golden ticket, winning a free π
There will also be an opportunity to enter The Woods early with a bonus discount
Make sure you share about the event so we can see all your lovely, smiling faces on Sunday 12th January π
Don't forget, entries are open for Cousin Jack, the Classic and the Ultra and Run Like Hell III
Both are sell out events and they are all ready at 25% full.
With FSM having over 40 people on the wait list. Don't get
Bys Vyken Events Firebrand Brewing Co Karen Spooner Soft Tissue Therapist Omega Medical Tracy Waite, Personal Trainer Cornwall
Trail Runner magazine
28/10/2024
Let's chat waiting lists
The Lighthouse Marathon had 20 and the Fordh Sen Mighal currently has 40 on the list.
15 of the people on the Lighthouse have made it to the start line πββοΈ
As a small race company, we will always limit the numbers. This will preserve the community feel that our races have and the trails that we use.
Thanks to the wonderful runners of Cornwall and further afield. Our races are now sell out events
There are ways in which you can get an entry and be on that start line
You can join our community newsletter. Members get early, discounted entry
You can enter Bys Vyken Gold, this is all 6 races for a 25% saving. Guaranteed place with you own race number.
Always keep an eye on the socials for when Entries open or pop onto the website
Entries are open for Cousin Jack, the Classic and the Ultra and for members, Run Like Hell III is open
Bys Vyken Events Firebrand Brewing Co
26/10/2024
With the Lighthouse in 2 weeks, today is a day for thank you's
Thanks to all that have entered and for all the marshals that are willing to help
To Firebrand Brewing Co for all the beer πΊ
To the Sunset Surf Cafe/Bar and Pendeen Rovers AFC for allowing us to use their venues πββοΈ πββοΈ
To Harry Rabbit Promotions , MW Design and Greens 3d Printing for the medals and trophies π
To Karen Spooner Soft Tissue Therapist and Omega Medical for looking after the runners β€οΈ
Hopley's Coaches Limited and Coastal Connections for getting us where we are meant to be π
And to the National Trust & The South West Coast Path for looking after our beautiful coast path
These events wouldn't happen with all these wonderful people
Keep well, stay fit and see you in 2 weeks
25/10/2024
Only 6 days left for community members to get their early, discounted entry to Run Like Hell III
This race is limited to 100 runners and was a sell out last year πββοΈ
Pop onto the website and enter now www.bysvykenevents.com
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Firebrand Brewing Co National Trust Karen Spooner Soft Tissue Therapist Omega Medical The South West Coast Path
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Hi tech prize draw this morning π
Thank you to everyone who entered and found our naughty Knight.
And congratulations to Bill Deakin
You have won a free place on Fordh Sen Mighal πββοΈ
Sorry, to all the unlucky ones.
Entries are open for community members and fully open on the 2nd September
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This 'tiny' hill greeted our runners on mile 3 and they all enjoyed it π
But around and around they went, conquering that hill and becoming legends of the Woods.
Will you be next to climb that hill?
Join Bys Vyken Events for one of our favourite races.
A run/walk to suit you and a community spirit from what, races should be made of.
See you on Saturday 14th September and come and #joinintheadventure
www.bysvykenevents.com
Bys Vyken Events #Cornwall #tehidycountrypark #TheWoods #trailrunning #community #loveyourrun Karen Spooner Soft Tissue Therapist Omega Medical Be Kind The Vegan Coffee Caravan
Morning Everyone
Today is prize draw day! π₯³
A boring 30 second video of my voice π and the winner is Ryan
Well done, a voucher code is winging its way to you π
Entries open for Fordh Sen Mighal next month for the Community members and in September for general release
Don't forget the Woods and Lighthouse Marathon are open now and have spaces.
#fordhsenmighal #prize #winner #loveyourrun #joinintheadventure
Morning All
Thank you to everyone who voted over the weekend, even after those scammers tried to spoil it π‘
111 of you voted in the end and it turned out to be very close with Medal B coming tops at 58 votes to Medal A at 53 votes.
The draw is this short video with a touch of music instead of my dull voice π
Congrats to no 67, Charles Simpson π
You have a place on our Woods race. The Rowan (3 hours) I will contact you with the voucher code.
I decided to spin again to give away one of our Snoods.
Well done no 72, Michelle Fitt , a snood coming you way.
Thank you all again and we look forward to see you at one of our events β€οΈ
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For those that can't sleep tonight, here is my voice to help you π
It's prize draw day, for all those lovely people that have entered Smugglers Scuttler
And a big well done to Jevan who won the free place π on Fordh Sen Mighal
Don't forget that there is so much happening right now.
Smugglers and The Woods are both open for entries
The Lighthouse Marathon is open for entries for all those community members
The Lamarth Backyard Ultra is awaiting those with a mad streak π
We have virtual medals and Snoods up for grabs.
Amazing offers and fantastic adventures
Come and join us πββοΈ πββοΈ
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Smugglers Scuttler
Lamarth Backyard Ultra
Lighthouse Marathon #loveyourrun #joinintheadventure #cornwall #trailrunning #goonyouknowyouwantto
What is the Bys Vyken Community Newsletter?
Well, it's a way for us to keep you updated with all that's happening plus some interesting stories along the way.
But, that's not all. We occasionally have offers from other companies.
Does it finish there? Oh no, the best of all is saved to last...
You get early entries to our races and with money off !!!!
Win win π
Coming up next weekend, is early entry to the Lighthouse Marathon, one of the toughest marathons in Cornwall
Make sure you share with your friends as this is anticipated to be a sell out event πββοΈ
Pop onto the website and click on Join in the adventure
www.bysvykenevents.com
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Hello you soggy lot, hope you are all enjoying this weather π§
I've been rained off work so plenty of time to do the prize draw.
Congratulations to Jess, who won our free entry to this year's Smugglers Scuttler π
Don't forget, even though you didn't win, you can still get a cheaper entry if you are one of our community newsletter members. π
Smugglers Scuttler
This is the last year of Smugglers Scuttler. All big and new for 2025 πββοΈ πββοΈ but will you be a Pirate or a Corsair? π΄ββ οΈ
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Whilst you are enjoying this glorious weather, this is from Sunday.
The coast is looking as stunning as always.
Trail news updates!
No brave souls have taken the last 2 places on Ultra Jack..... yet π
Classic's check your emails if you are on the waiting list πββοΈ
There are just over 30 places on Run Like Hell π
Who is joining us for a Bank holiday weekend at Lamarth Farm Campsite & Holiday Cottage and the Backyard Ultra? βοΈ
Lastly, if you are a Bys Vyken Community member, you can enter Smugglers Scuttler now!! β οΈ
So much going on at Bys Vyken Events
#cornwall #iconic #loveyourrun #joinintheadventure #trailrunning #runners #community #cousinjack #runlikehell #lamarthbackyard #smugglersscuttler
Cousin Jack and Ultra Jack
Run Like Hell II
Smugglers Scuttler
Lamarth Backyard Ultra
2 posts today π
First is the prize draw for our little competition last week.
85 of you entered, thank you
And no 74 won the Classic Jack prize. Well done Adrian Brown and no 76 won the Run Like Hell prize, congrats Myles Povey.
The number pick was technical whilst the names were written on a piece of paper π
#inittowinit
2 exciting things today!
First, the competition winner for the free entry to next year's was Paul. Congratulations, fizz, a prize and a free entry coming your way π
Secondly, the Join in the Adventure tab is up and running on our website.
Have a look, hit the button and join our community.
Special offers from ourselves and many businesses you will know. Also articles to help inspire you and some of the news that is happening. A biweekly email for the trail running community
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For all you (mad) runners that love the wet stuff plus a few muddy bits.
Cousin Jack is exactly what you are looking for π
Whether it's the Classic or the Ultra, we can guarantee a soggy adventure π
This race takes in the amazing scenery along the iconic route from St Just to St Ives β€οΈ
It is simply awesome and will leave you breathless (in more ways than one)
I would of course recommend it, having run it every year so far π
And guess who is joining us this year?
Ponnek will be there, sponsoring prizes for the podium finishers and with a stall π
Why not Join in the adventure with us and enter below π
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With its varied terrain, stunning scenery and fascinating heritage, we discover why Cornwall is the ultimate location for runners.
When you first think of a marathon, itβs probably London or one of the other big cities that immediately springs to mind. Indeed, if youβve never hit the trails of Kernow, youβd be forgiven for thinking that running and big cities go hand in hand (or even foot in foot).
Now, anyone who has ever visited Cornwall knows how magnificent its coastline is. But for the race directors at Bys Vyken Events & Cornish Trails, it holds particular significance due to two factors close to their hearts: history and running.
The aim of Bys Vyken Events & Cornish Trails is to blend the two together, showcasing the very best that this beloved county has to offer, through organising non-commercialised, stripped back races that display the heritage of each route in a way that promotes Bys Vykenβs passion for the county.
David Andrewartha of Bys Vyken explains: βThrough the sport of running, we shine a spotlight on the heritage that we so often take for granted on the clifftops of the most beautiful place on Earth. With events that include a 35-mile ultra-marathon, a pirate-themed half marathon, a coastal 5k, a 12-mile coast-to-coast pilgrimage and a planned 125-mile stage race over 4 race that spans the entire length of the Duchy (an ultra a day!),along with several community events working with charities and community hubs, we explore the magical coastal pathways which have been mystified in tales of swashbuckling, romance, and lost industries for many centuries.β
Bys Vyken Events caters for runners of all abilities. Whatever your level of experience, there is a journey through history for you within its calendar of events. βWe offer the chance to naturally progress through our plethora of distances as we welcome all first timers,β continues David. βAnd what greater place in the world to run your first than in Poldark country?β
Here in Cornwall, weβre spoilt for choice with a variety of different terrains that pass the derelict ruins of a mining industry that changed the world forever. Each route tells its own unique story, with each event adding another point on the history of Cornwallβs great and exquisitely vivid coastline. And with it, 200 passionate runners climbing 3,000 feet of remote nature.
We may not be the most commercial, but we certainly do things with a certain kind of heart, passion and drive seldom seen in Cornwall.
Bys Vyken Events & Cornish Trails has been awarded βPlastic Free Coastlines Approvedβ status by Surfers against Sewage and Plastic Free Penzance for the continued work in adapting and changing and keeping these events plastic free.