Who we are...

Mounts Bay Harriers are the newest local Running, Triathlon and Athletics Club in Penwith, being set up by local triathletes and runners in June 2005. The club meets at Mounts Bay School every Monday at 7pm for social runs of varying lengths, with structured coached sessions on Thursdays at 7:30pm at the Astro Park, behind Penzance Fire Station.

...and what we do!

The club now has over 200 members and regularly has 20-30 turning up for training sessions. Of the group that turn out there is always a wide standard of athletes from beginners, who are especially welcome, to accomplished triathletes and runners. The club also has a large junior section who meet on Friday nights at "The Dome" at Mounts Bay School, Heamoor.

Archive: Events

Dartmoor Mountain Marathon - 13-14 June 2009

June 13, 2009 9:00 amtoJune 14, 2009 9:00 am

The Dartmoor Mountain Marathon is a foot based, two day navigation event taking place on 13 & 14 June 2009, and is open to teams of two and solo competitors. The event follows the now infamous format of a mountain marathon, with competitors navigating over tough terrain to visit check points whilst carrying enough equipment to remain self sufficient. The event is designed to achieve 3 goals:

- To challenge the adventurous athlete; testing endurance, self reliance, navigation and outdoor skills

- To enjoy and explore this beautiful and mystical National Park, including a night under canvas in a wilderness location

- To support and raise funds for the Dartmoor Search and Rescue Group Tavistock

Website HERE

Dartmoor Trail Quest - 13-14 June 2009

June 13, 2009 9:00 amtoJune 14, 2009 9:00 am
The Dartmoor Trail Quest is a mountain bike based, two day navigation event taking place on 13 & 14 June 2009, and is open to teams of two and solo competitors. The event follows the format of a two day mountain bike orienteering event (Polaris style), with competitors navigating a route to visit as many check points as possible within a given time period and within a given area of rugged land. Riders must carry enough equipment to remain self sufficient for the duration of the event. The event is designed to achieve 3 goals:

- To challenge the adventurous rider; testing endurance, navigation, bike handling skills, self reliance and outdoor skills

- To enjoy and explore this beautiful and mystical National Park, including a night under canvas in a wilderness location

- To support and raise funds for the Dartmoor Search and Rescue Group Tavistock

Website HERE

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