One of the world’s longest races concluded over the weekend – with Brits running 300 miles across five days, all while balancing an egg on a spoon.
The momentous – and hilarious – occasion saw the competition split into three legs with two teams, aptly named The Great Eggsplorers and Team Eggstreme, taking on the challenge.
The aim? To not crack the eggs – and raise money for Hospitality Action & Cornwall Air Ambulance, with the race supported by big shot chefs such as Gordon Ramsay, Paul Ainsworth and Adam Handling.
Pictured: Competitors taking part in The Great Cornish Egg and Spoon Race at St Ewe. (Credit: Jam Press)
Dubbed The Great Cornish Egg and Spoon Race, it was set along the beautiful Cornish coastline with the end point at Land’s End in Western Cornwall.
The event, which started on Monday last week (3 July) and culminated on Friday (7 July) saw the teams break a world record for the longest-ever egg and spoon race.
Even more impressively, around £37,000 has been raised for the charities so far.
“The completion of The Great Cornish Egg and Spoon Race is an extraordinary triumph for both the North Coast and South Coast teams,” said Bex Tonks, farmer and CEO at St Ewe Free Range Eggs, organisers of the event.
Pictured: Competitors taking part in The Great Cornish Egg and Spoon Race – St Ewe on the final day of the race. (Credit: Jam Press)
“Their dedication and unwavering spirit throughout the gruelling 300-mile journey have captured the essence of teamwork and resilience.”
“We are deeply grateful to the incredible support we received from individuals, local businesses, and sponsors who came together to make this event a resounding success.
“Breaking the world record is a testament to the determination and passion of everyone involved.”
Pictured: Competitors taking part in The Great Cornish Egg and Spoon Race – the finish line at Land’s End. (Credit: Jam Press)
An official Guinness World Record title hasn’t been awarded as yet, but if that happens, the organisers plan to host a ceremony at the Rock Oyster Festival on 30 July.
