South West Coast 50 Ultra Challenge

Dunster, United Kingdom • 2 Aug 2025

The South West Coast 50 Ultra Challenge is a premier 50km trail event held in Somerset and Exmoor, starting and finishing at Dunster basecamp near Dunster Castle. Participants can walk, jog, or run the challenging 50km loop featuring over 1600 meters of climb, including the scenic first section of the 630-mile South West Coast Path and rugged Exmoor terrain. The event also offers 25km and family-friendly 10km loops. With full support including covered rest stops, medical teams, free food and drinks, GPS tracking, and camping packages, it provides a festival-style atmosphere. Finishers receive a medal, T-shirt, and a celebratory glass of fizz. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

UTMB 20K UTMB 50K
50 km
1600 m+
50 Km Loop
25 km
600 m+
25 Km Loop
10 km
10 Km Loop
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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