Beast of the East Half Marathon

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Sports & AdventureSt Martin
Dates26 October 2026Confirmed listing
Duration1 dayListed event span
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forCompetition, enduranceRoughly 2, 700 feet of cumulative elevation
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: GBP
CategorySports & AdventureFestival type
The story

Beast of the East Half Marathon in St Martin

A 13.1-mile trail half marathon from St Catherine's Woods to Devil's Hole on Jersey's north coast, capped at 100 runners. Nearly 95 percent of the course is off-road, with around 2,700 feet of cumulative elevation gain along technical coastal and woodland paths, plus a shorter 10k option on similar terrain.

A field capped at 100 runners sets off from St Catherine's Woods for the Beast of the East, a trail half marathon that finishes 13.1 miles later at Devil's Hole on Jersey's rugged north coast.
Your trip starts here
What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

Roughly 2,700 feet of cumulative elevation gain packed into a 13

02

The mystery stays covered

mile course is disproportionately severe for an island whose highest point barely exceeds 500 feet, giving the race an outsized reputation for difficulty relative to Jersey's modest overall size

03

The city starts moving

A field capped at just 100 runners keeps the event feeling like a dedicated trail-running club outing rather than a mass-participation road race, and mandatory trail shoes underline how seriously organisers treat the terrain's technical, slippery sections

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

A capped field of around 100 entrants and mandatory trail shoe requirement

Water and renewal

Living ritual

reflecting the technical

The sacred route

Living ritual

slippery nature of the coastal and woodland paths along this stretch of Jersey's north coast

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

26 October 2026

Getting around

Plan arrival around the route or course in St Martin; closures can make normal travel slower.

What to wear

Mandatory trail running shoes with good grip, layered running kit for variable autumn coastal weather, and a lightweight waterproof given the exposed cliff paths.

Safety

At Beast of the East Half Marathon, respect barriers, moving equipment and marshal guidance; photos are never worth stepping into active areas.

Where to stay

Choose lodging by the part of St Martin you will actually use, not only by the cheapest room.

Tickets/cost

Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.

Language/currency

GBP

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map49.22 N, 2.05 WOpen in Google Maps

St Martin, Europe, Jersey

Nearest airportJER — Jersey
TransportPlan arrival around the route or course in St Martin; closures can make normal travel slower.
Stay areaChoose lodging by the part of St Martin you will actually use, not only by the cheapest room.

Your Trip Starts Here

External travel services to turn the plan into a trip — each opens in a new tab.

How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to St Martin via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near St Martin, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for October.Compare faresFestival gearMandatory trail running shoes with good grip, layered running kit for variable autumn coastal weather, and a lightweight waterproof given the exposed cliff paths.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for Jersey and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Beast of the East Half Marathon?

Beast of the East Half Marathon is listed for 26 October 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Beast of the East Half Marathon take place?

The festival is listed in St Martin, Jersey. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

One day is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

St Martin, Europe, Jersey

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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Official URLjersey.com
Organizer accessAre you the organizer? Claim this listing →
SourceSource link available
Listed dates26 October 2026
Source statusOfficial source linked
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