South West Coast 50 Ultra Challenge
Dunster, United Kingdom • 25 Jul 2026
South West Coast 50 Ultra Challenge
The South West Coast 50 is a trail event based at Dunster basecamp on the South West Coast Path and across parts of Exmoor. It takes place on Saturday 25 July 2026 and offers looped and point-to-point options around Dunster and Porlock.
Distances and key route facts
- 50 km loop with approximately 1600 m climb.
- 25 km option with approximately 600 m climb.
- 25 km second half option over Exmoor with approximately 1000 m climb.
- 10 km loop around the Deer Park near Dunster Castle.
Event services and logistics
Rest stops appear at about every 12.5 km with larger marquee rest stops at roughly every 25 km. Catering includes snacks and meals, energy drinks, and options for different dietary requirements. Medical, first aid, podiatry, and massage teams are available at rest stops, and there is GPS tracking and a fully signed route with progress scanned at rest stops.
Participant options and facilities
The event offers camping packages, weekend basecamp facilities, parking and shuttle transfers to local stations and start points. Entry categories include Solo Challenger starts, an Ultra March category for walkers aiming for time targets, and the Ultra Trailblazerz category for faster, time-targeted runners. Additional on-site facilities include camping, a bar, and transfers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.