South Coast Challenge
Eastbourne, United Kingdom • 5-6 Sep 2026
South Coast Challenge
The South Coast Challenge is a multi-distance trek and trail event held on 5 to 6 September 2026 along the South Downs Way. The full route starts in Eastbourne, climbs Beachy Head, passes the Seven Sisters and reaches Brighton at the halfway point before continuing toward Arundel.
Route features include coastal and downs terrain with varied ascent and descent sections such as Devil’s Dyke. The event offers these distance options:
- 100 km
- 50 km
- 25 km
Support infrastructure includes covered rest stops approximately every 12.5 km, with larger stops at about 25 km intervals. Food and drink are provided at the stops, with regular snacks, meals approximately every 25 km, hot drinks, water and energy drinks and lighter options for runners. Medical teams, podiatrists and massage services are available at rest stops and along the route. The event uses a timing system that scans participants at rest stops and provides GPS tracking via a mobile app with route maps.
Camping packages are available at an event Base Camp with showers and rest areas for those taking the full route over two days. Shuttle buses and transfers are provided between key locations. Finishers receive a medal, a finisher’s t-shirt, a photo at the finish and a hot finishers meal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.