Kaolinite 2026

Something we've been trying to get going for a number of years is the Imery's Kaolinite, based in the amazing/unique surroundings of Blackpool Pit near St Austell. Blackpool Pit closed in 2007 and had been open for 170 years employing over 500 people and bringing industry and jobs to the local community. Now this disused quarry (over 300ft deep) and over a km in length is largely deserted. Mad Hatter Sports have managed to secure access to this unique landscape pit for the day and we are delighted to host a day of sports in and around the pit from swimming, running and the headline Aquathlon. The main event is the aquathlon which will consist of a 3km swim in the warm clear waters of the pit followed by a 15km run on the trails surrounding