Suffolk Coastal Path 50k

Event overview

The Suffolk Coastal Path 50K is a point-to-point 50-kilometre trail race organised by Runaway Racing on Saturday 12 September 2026. The race is part of the UTMB World Series Index and is held under TRA Licence 7678 and UKA rules. Entry is for runners aged 20 or over. Standard entry is £75 (£73 for UKA-affiliated runners); an early-entry tier at a lower price was offered to a limited number of entrants and is sold out. There is an overall time limit of 9 hours. Dogs are not permitted.

Route and logistics

The race starts on the seafront in Lowestoft (Kensington Gardens) and finishes on the seafront at Moot Hall, Aldeburgh. The route follows the Suffolk Coastal Path south through Reydon and Southwold, around the River Blyth estuary, then toward Dunwich and Dunwich Heath, past RSPB Minsmere and along coastal trails through Sizewell and Thorpeness to Aldeburgh. The course is predominantly flat and uses a mix of paved paths, dirt trails and country lanes. The route is fully marked with orange markers and ribbons, with marshals at road crossings and busier sections. Portable toilets are provided at the start; fixed toilets are at the finish; additional toilets are available at or near checkpoints and at public facilities along the route. Coach transfers between finish and start are available.

Aid stations and required gear

There are four aid stations at 13.0 km, 23.3 km, 35.1 km and 44.2 km. Stations provide water, cola, Precision Fuel & Hydration drinks and gels, snacks (crisps, sweets, sandwiches, flapjacks, biscuits) and fresh fruit. Runners must carry a mobile phone with an emergency contact saved, a route map on watch or phone, a refillable hydration system (minimum 0.5 L, 1 L recommended), a soft/collapsible cup, a light jacket or emergency blanket, payment method, and weather-appropriate hat or gloves/sun hat. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.