The Scilly 60% Run
Our ‘Fun Run’ event, with more generous cutoff times
42 kilometres | 4 islands | 1 Day
Friday 20th June 2025
GENERAL INFORMATION
The Fun One
** The 2025 Scilly60% race is currently full. If you are on the waiting list you will be notified on Monday 24th March 2025 if a place has become available**
Scilly60% – The Fun Run is a 42km trail race with a difference. Racers will cover a marathon distance over 4 islands, running every inch of coast path on St Martin’s, Tresco, Bryher and St Agnes before finishing with a final 5km on St Mary’s. These Islands are part of the Isles of Scilly Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
The catch? You’ll transfer between the islands by ferry, and any runners not on the boat before the stated cut off time are left on the island and cut from the race.
The cut offs are based on running 8:30min/km (13:20min/mile). This is a friendlier pace than the original Scilly60 giving around 10 minutes extra per island. However, it is still very challenging!
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4.5
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The Race
The Course
You’ll run the complete coastline of all four inhabited off-islands – St Martin’s, Tresco, Bryher and St Agnes before a final 5km finish on St Mary’s.
The race finishes on St Mary’s at The Gig Shed Cafe for the celebrations.
A second boat will collect runners who have not made the cut-offs or pulled out. They will catch up to the next island where then can enjoy the rest of the races as a spectator.
10km
St Martin’s
10km
Tresco
8km
Bryher
5km
St Mary’s
9km
St Agnes
Please note: distances are approximate and final distances will be confirmed nearer the event date.
The Race
The Logistics
Runners will need to be self-sufficient. Each runner can bring one hand luggage-sized bag on the boat, containing all food and gels required for running and resting, any spare clothing and warm clothes for the journeys between the islands. There will be no energy stations, though empty water bottles will be filled whilst you are running each stage.
After the success of 2024, the 2025 race will have two boats each holding up to 75 runners with a total of up to 150 runners. Each runner will recieve a neck snood to show which boat they are in.
The Isles of Scilly is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), so we need everyone to enjoy and respect this delicate environment. As such, this is a no-litter race.
All finishers will receive a t-shirt, a piece of artwork (instead of a medal). There are trophies for overall fastest time, second and third place for males and females. The awards are unique works of art by local glass fusion artist Oriel Hicks.
There will be an award ceremony and party in the evening.
The Countdown Begins!
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Scilly 60% maintains all the challenge from the 60km version with friendlier cut off’s and a slightly shorter distance.
This fun and friendly race is a great way to explore and enjoy this unique location, supporting each other and leaving Scilly as pristine as we find it.
I hope to see you on the start line!
Wez Swain, Scilly 60 Organiser
The Race
Important Information
Take the time to think about the whole event. Signing up to the event is not just a run! This is a long weekend break to the Isles of Scilly as a minimum; a tough endurance challenge – and there are logistics and costs to consider besides the £140 entry fee.
We’ve outlined some of the key points below, but you should also read our Frequently Asked Questions before signing up.
Travel & Accommodation
You will need travel by air or sea to Scilly – you can only drive as far as Cornwall. You will also need accommodation – there are campsites, B&Bs, hotels and self-catering cottages, but accommodation books up early.
Timings
This is a long, endurance event with multiple, strict timing cut-offs. You will also need time on the islands – you must arrive on or before Thursday 19th June, and the first chance to leave is Saturday 21st June.
Read our FAQs Below
Support
You will need to be self-supported. No refreshments are provided, except water in between stages. Everything you need must fit into one bag (40-litre max), which will be transferred between the islands.
Read our FAQs Below
Race Conditions of Entry
- The entry fee is £140 per person
- No people or dogs can accompany a runner.
- Everyone must have at least 3 litres of water at the start for the day.
- The course may change in the build up to the event due to weather/erosion. Though it will be approximately 60km in total.
- When you apply, if there is a place available, it will be reserved for you for one week. This allows time to find and book accommodation and travel, before paying your entry fee.
- If you are no longer able to compete in Scilly60 please let us know as soon as possible.
- Refunds – There are no refunds for the 2025 Scilly60 event.
- Deferrals – you can apply for a defferal on or before Saturday 22nd March 2025. The deferral is only valid for the 2026 event.
- The event is mainly organised by just one person, so occasionally I may take time to get back to you with any questions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What will the terrain be like?
All islands have short steep hills. 95% of the run is on the coast path or trails, with a small amount of running on beaches/sand and road. Although the maximum elevation is only about 93m there are plenty of ups and downs throughout the day – it is hillier than you may think!
Is there an age limit?
Yes, you must be at least 18 to take part. There is no maximum age limit.
Can I take part in a team?
No – due to limited spaces, only those completing the whole event themselves can take part.
What is the best way to train for this event?
Please don’t think just because the longest run is 18km that that will be sufficient training. Train at least for a marathon, and if possible train with broken days of two or more runs to simulate race day.
How strict are the timing cut-offs?
Very. As soon as the time is up, the flags are dropped and the course is closed. Please train hard, we are nice people really; we don’t want anyone to be cut! If you miss the cut-off, you will be boated to the next island. You can rejoin the race boat but you will not be able to take part.
Will there be energy stations?
No – you need to plan and carry what you need for each stage. There will be water at the finish line of each island.
What happens to my kit?
You are allowed one hand luggage sized bag for the day, 56 x 45 x 25cm (or 40 litres maximum). This needs to hold everything you need inside; no danglies. You will leave your bag and coat at the start / finishline, please make sure it is waterproof. If you miss the cut-off, your bag will be left on the island waiting for you with a member of the team.
Is the boat taking us from island to island covered?
No – there is both an inside and outside area; please take turns and dress accordingly.
If I'm staying on a different island, how do I get to and from the race?
If you are staying ‘off-island’ you will need to arrange your own transport to/from St Mary’s. This can cost around £70 each way, cheaper if there is a group of you.
How do I get to the Isles of Scilly? Where do I stay?
You cannot drive to the islands – you will have to take a passenger ferry, plane or helicopter from Penzance/Land’s End, or a plane from Newquay or Exeter.
There are various accommodation options across the islands, including campsites, B&Bs, self-catering cottages and hotels. Be aware that accommodation books up fast.
For details on getting to the islands and where to stay, we recommend looking at the Visit Isles of Scilly website.
What about the environment?
This is a no-litter race, and time penalties will apply for any litter found by sweepers. We will also make a minimum donation of £500 to the Isles of Scilly Wildlife Trust, which is involved with the organisation of the event.
What if my plans change? Can I defer or have a refund?
Please read this section carefully.
Once you have entered the race, I am not able to offer any refunds or transfers of your entry.
I understand that things can change. I will accept withdrawals from the race at any time up to the 22nd March 2025.
Unfortunately, I am unable to offer refunds, so if you do need to withdraw for any reason, you will be able to move your entry to the 2026 race.
You can only defer your entry once.
If there is space, you can move from one distance to another before 22nd March 2025.
Any deferrals will be subject to payment of an admin / cost inflation fee payable at the point you take up your deferral. You will be sent an email of how to take up your deferral around the date that entries open for the 2026 event. Please ensure you look out for this email as you will only have one week to respond.
Please ensure that you have read and agree to all other terms and conditions and understand the nature of the event before you enter.
Get Involved
Enter the Race & Contact Us
The race is limited to just 150 runners. When you sign up you have one week to pay for the event. In this time you need to arrange your accomidation.
You can also contact us with any questions you have about the race.
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