Beat the Sunset 50km
Maidenhead, United Kingdom • 30 May 2026
Beat The Sunset 50 km
Beat The Sunset is a multi terrain ultra marathon in the Thames Valley held on May 30, 2026, with the venue at Summerleaze Park, Maidenhead SL6 8SP. The event covers a single lap of approximately 50 km with around 235 m of elevation and a course that is 75 percent off road.
The route is fully signed and described as flat, taking in the Thames Path, the Jubilee River and the Green Way. There are four checkpoints placed at about 10 km intervals. Checkpoints provide water, cola and a selection of sweet and savoury snacks. Race services include chip timing, free live tracking and downloadable race photos.
A personal nutrition drop can be provided, with nutrition delivered to the third and fourth checkpoints if required. Massage is available before and after the event. Other provisions listed are medals, mementoes, prizes, toilets, feed stations and medical backup. A GPX file for the course will be made available prior to the race.
Mandatory kit includes a fully charged phone, a foil blanket and a full 500 ml bottle or other vessel for fluids. Recommended items include a waterproof or showerproof jacket, a cup and a method of payment. Entry fees are shown as £63 to £65 and entries close on May 24 unless capacity is reached earlier. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.