The Beast

Corfe Castle, United Kingdom • 7 Sep 2025

The Beast is a challenging 13-mile race hosted by Poole AC, showcasing the stunning landscapes of Dorset. The course begins at Corfe Castle Common, traversing through Worth Matravers and along the coastal path, offering breathtaking views. Runners will encounter a few hills on their return to Corfe.

The event features four water stations and is part of the Purbeck Trail Series, celebrating its 30th edition. Participants must be at least 17 years old, and the race is not suitable for dogs, buggies, or wheelchairs. Finishers receive unique t-shirts and trophies in various categories. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

13 mi
13 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

The Dark Valley, Night Trails is an exhilarating night-time running event hosted by BigFeat Events at Moors Valley Country Park. Participants can choose from 10km, 20km, or 30km looped trails along scenic, tree-lined paths illuminated by headtorches. The course is fully marked with fluorescent direc..

The New Forest Stinger is an annual trail running event organized by Totton Running Club, featuring a scenic 10-mile route through the beautiful New Forest. Scheduled for November 24, 2024, this race adheres to new Forestry regulations, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for participants. The ..

The New Forest Trail Run - Roundhill is a scenic trail running event taking place in the picturesque New Forest National Park on November 30, 2024. Participants can choose between two distances: a half marathon (21.5 km) and a medium route (16.7 km). The course features well-maintained gravel paths ..

The New Forest Xmas Trails is a running event taking place in the picturesque New Forest National Park, starting from the Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Activity Centre. Scheduled for December 1, 2024, this event features various distances including 14K, 30K, Marathon, and 50K, catering to trail runners of al..

Endurancelife's Dorset event offers a challenging trail running experience along the stunning Jurassic Coast Path, starting from Swanage. Participants can choose from four distances: 10K, half marathon, marathon, and ultra, each set against a backdrop of breathtaking coastal scenery. This event is p..

UTMB Index

The "Slow and Dirty" running event is a 19k race along an old railway line, known historically as the Somerset and Dorset line. Despite its name, the race is actually quite level and takes place on a hard surface. The event welcomes runners of all abilities and encourages participants to bring their..