South Coast Challenge
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South Coast Ultra Challenge (4–5 Sept 2027)
The South Coast Ultra Challenge runs across the South Downs National Park with a start in Eastbourne and a finish in the Arundel area for the full route. The course follows the South Downs Way, passing Beachy Head, the Seven Sisters, a Brighton halfway point, Devil’s Dyke and historic Arundel on the full 100 km route. The event is staged for around 2,000 participants.
Available distances:
- 100 km
- 50 km
- 25 km
- 10 km
Support and logistics include covered rest stops roughly every 12.5 km, with major stops at about 25, 50, 75 and 100 km. Competitors receive meals every 25 km and hot drinks, water and energy drinks at all stops. Rest stop facilities include seating, toilets, medical areas, changing rooms and baggage pick up. Medical staff, podiatrists and massage teams are available at rest stops and on the route. A timing system scans participants at rest stops and GPS tracking is provided via the event app.
The event offers a camping Base Camp for those doing the full challenge over two days with hot showers and chill out areas. Shuttle buses and transfers operate to nearby train stations and between locations. Event options include Solo Challenger Start, Ultra March and Trailblazerz formats. Finishers receive a medal, a finisher’s t shirt, a photo finish and a hot finishers meal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
