Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge

Corfe Castle, United Kingdom • 16-17 May 2026

Overview

The Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge takes place along the Jurassic Coast in Dorset on 16-17 May 2026. The event starts in Corfe Castle and follows the coast through Swanage, Lulworth Cove and past Durdle Door to Weymouth. Full 100 km participants continue past Portland Bill and Chesil Beach towards West Bay and finish in Bridport. The organiser provides route signing and GPS tracking via an event app, marquee rest stops, medical support, catering, camping options and shuttle transfers.

Challenge options and support

  • 100 km - Corfe Castle to Bridport, ~2300 m climb
  • 76 km - Corfe Castle to Bridport, ~1800 m climb
  • 58 km - Corfe Castle to Weymouth, ~1700 m climb
  • 42 km - Weymouth to Bridport, ~600 m elevation
  • Weymouth Trail Marathon 42 km - loop from Weymouth, ~1100 m elevation
  • 25 km - Corfe Castle loop to Swanage, ~570 m elevation
  • 34 km - Corfe Castle to Weymouth via Lulworth Cove, ~1110 m elevation
  • 10 km - Bridport loop, ~256 m elevation

Rest stops are provided approximately every 12.5 km, with larger stops every ~25 km offering meals, seating and welfare facilities. The event includes medical teams, podiatrists and massage services at rest stops, plus mobile emergency cover and a 24-hour control room. Finishers receive a medal, a T-shirt, a finishers meal and an official certificate. Registration and a range of funding options, camping packages and transport extras are available for participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

100 km
Full Challenge 100km
75 km
3/4 Challenge 75km
58 km
1st Half Challenge 58km
50 km
1/2 Challenge 50km
Marathon
Weymouth Trail Marathon 42km
34 km
2nd Quarter Challenge 34km
25 km
1/4 Challenge 25km
10 km
Bridport 10k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

Experience moonlit trail running under headtorch on a scenic 10 km loop at Moors Valley Country Park, with the choice of one, two or three laps. Enjoy fluorescent markers and a Trees Not Tees option to plant a tree instead of a medal.

Enjoy a scenic, flat coastal run at the Bournemouth Coastal TEN, choose 10 mile or 10 km along Hengistbury Head and Boscombe Pier. Chip timing, a finisher medal and post race refreshments make it a perfect seaside challenge for all abilitie..

Take on the New Forest Stinger, a 10 mile off road trail around Ocknell Campsite in Fritham. Enjoy club camaraderie, a finisher medal, goody bag and age trophies in a limited field of trail fans.

Night orienteering in Brockenhurst: a 60 minute score event in the New Forest. Visit as many controls as you can for points using SIAC timing and waterproof maps, and bring high visibility clothing and lights for after dark navigation.