South West Coast 50 Challenge
Sat 5 Aug 2023 Minehead, Somerset, UK

South West Coast 50 Challenge

Walk, jog or run the famous South West Coast Path from base camp in the shadows of Dunster Castle followed by the ups and downs of Exmoor with full support all the way.

2 races

  • Sat 5 Aug
  • Entries closed
  • #1 of 2
Dunster Castle, Minehead

Full 50km

06:45

£129

Age 16 & over

  • 50 km trail running + 1000 m ascent
  • Sat 5 Aug
  • Entries closed
  • #2 of 2
Dunster Castle, Minehead

25km Loop

09:00

£79

Age 14 & over

  • 25 km trail running + 500 m ascent

Overview

If you're keen to take on a proper challenge, shape up, re-energise and support an important cause, this ultra will help you go further than ever before - whether you walk, jog or run your way to the finish line.

You'll be supported all the way from the moment you sign up with an event app, online guides, forums and training walks. On the challenge there are safe venues, camping options, fully signed routes, chip timing, marquee rest stops, fantastic food and drink and expert safety, medical and welfare teams to get you over the finish line where you'll receive a huge cheer, medal, glass of fizz, t-shirt, massage, BBQ and more!

Highlights

  • Walk, jog or run an ultra

    Support and hospitality all the way over the finish line.

  • Take in the South West Coast Path

    Experience the rugged ups and downs of Exmoor National Park.

  • Full distance, half or shorter

    It's up to you! Options to suit a range of abilities and goals.

Event video

  • Event village
  • Families
  • Newcomers
  • Teams
  • Virtual option

Solo or with others

Taking on an ultra trek or run is a serious challenge and tough for most people, but also achievable with the right training plan which you'll get access to when you sign up. This challenge is fully supported meaning it's the perfect way to have-a-go at a longer distance.

Charity challenge

Fundraising for a cause close to your heart is part of the challenge and you'll receive a wealth of support, advice and tips from your chosen charity to make sure you smash your fundraising target.

  • Bag storage
  • Bag transfer
  • Bar
  • BBQ
  • Cafe
  • Camping
  • Changing facilities
  • Coast
  • Entertainment
  • Free parking
  • Music
  • Showers
  • Toilets
  • Urban

Event HQ

Dunster Castle
Dunster
Minehead
Somerset
TA24 6NY
UK

Races at event

  • Sat 5 Aug
  • #1 of 2
Dunster Castle, Minehead

Full 50km

06:45

£129

Age 16 & over

  • 50 km trail running + 1000 m ascent
  • Sat 5 Aug
  • #2 of 2
Dunster Castle, Minehead

25km Loop

09:00

£79

Age 14 & over

  • 25 km trail running + 500 m ascent