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Arc of Attrition

Name: Arc of Attrition
Start: 2026-01-22
End: 2026-01-25
Location: Porthtowan, South West

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Porthtowan, South West, United Kingdom

calendar_today 22 Jan, 2026 – 25 Jan, 2026

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About the Event

Confront one of Britain's most formidable winter challenges at the Arc of Attrition by UTMB along Cornwall's South West Coast Path, from January 22-25, 2026. This iconic point-to-point race, now part of the UTMB World Series, pits runners against the full fury of the Atlantic coast in its rawest seasonal state, traversing 100, 50, 25, or 12 miles of the UK's most dramatic and unforgiving national trail. Born in 2015, the event has grown into a legendary test of resilience, where unpredictable weather, technical terrain, and breathtaking vistas of secluded coves and rugged cliffs define the journey. More than a race, it's a deep immersion into Cornwall's wild beauty, demanding meticulous preparation and unwavering mental fortitude from start to finish. As a qualifying event for the UTMB World Series, it attracts a global field of elite and amateur runners united by the desire to conquer a truly epic coastal odyssey. Prepare for an unforgettable winter adventure where every step along the Atlantic edge writes a story of endurance against the elements.

Races Offered

100 miles

Jan 23, 2026

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Distance — 162K

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100 km

Jan 24, 2026

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Distance — 100K

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20 km

Jan 25, 2026

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Distance — 20K

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Type — Trail running

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50 km

Jan 25, 2026

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Distance — 50K

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Type — Trail running

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Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for January in Porthtowan.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 5.0° / 9.2°

wb_sunny -0.5° / 4.3°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 21.4 /

water_drop 80.7%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 5.0° / 9.2°

wb_sunny -0.5° / 4.3°

air 21.4 km/h

water_drop 80.7%

About Porthtowan

Porthtowan is a small village in Cornwall, England, UK, which is a popular summer tourist destination. Porthtowan is on Cornwall's north Atlantic coast about 3.5 km (2.2 mi) southwest of St Agnes, 6 km (3.7 mi) north of Redruth, 16 km (9.9 mi) west of Truro and 24 km (15 mi) southwest of Newquay in the Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape, a World Heritage Site.