South West Coast 50 Ultra Challenge
The South West Coast 50 Ultra Challenge takes place on Saturday 25 July 2026, utilizing sections of the South West Coast Path and Exmoor, with a basecamp located in Dunster, near Dunster Castle. The event offers multiple distance options:
- 50 km loop
- 25 km option
- 10 km family friendly event
The 50 km route traverses the Minehead section of the coastal path and crosses Exmoor, featuring approximately 1600 metres of climb. Participants have the flexibility to walk, jog, or run. Event options include a Solo Challenger start, an Ultra March option, and a Trailblazerz option. Weekend camping packages, a bar, transfers, and parking are available at the basecamp.
Support and logistics are comprehensive, with covered rest stops approximately every 12.5 km and major stops every 25 km. These stops provide marquee cover, catering, seating, changing rooms, medical and massage teams, and self-help blister supplies. The route is fully signed with numerous arrows and supported by GPS tracking via the event App, with timing scans at rest stops. Food and drink provisions include snacks every 12.5 km, meals every 25 km, energy drinks, and dietary options. Finishers are awarded a medal, T-shirt, a glass of fizz, and can download an official challenge certificate.
Camping packages include access to showers and chill-out areas. Shuttle buses serve local stations, and transfers operate between key venues. Medical cover is provided by doctors, paramedics, podiatrists, and mobile emergency teams linked to a 24-hour control room. The event is part of the Ultra Challenge series, and the App offers training guides, maps, and forums. Visit the organization's website for the most current information.