The Maverick Jurassic Coast X-Trail

Corfe Castle, United Kingdom • 17 Oct 2026

The Maverick Jurassic Coast Trail 2026

The event takes place on Saturday 17 October 2026 at Burnbake Forest Lodges and Campsite near Corfe Castle, Wareham, Dorset BH20 5JH. The course uses paths around the Isle of Purbeck and parts of the Jurassic Coast, starting close to the village of Corfe Castle and passing marshland and coastal ridge lines.

Available routes

  • Half Marathon: 24 km, +395 m elevation
  • Middle: 12 km, +105 m elevation
  • Short: 6 km, +35 m elevation

The terrain is described as technical with long steep climbs and descents. The Half Marathon route has one outpost at approximately 9 km. There are no outposts on the Short or Middle routes. Outpost supplies include sweet and savoury snacks, gels and electrolyte drink. Pre filled cups are not provided; participants are asked to use a reusable cup or bottle at outposts and water barrels.

Facilities and practical information include free parking, a fully marked course, race timing and online results, event photography, food and drink provision and a metal finishers medal. The event is dog friendly when a dog is added to the entry. Organisers recommend that all runners carry at least 1 litre of water, a raincoat, a foil blanket and a mobile phone. Online entry closes on 12 October 2026 and on the day entries may be available if the event is not sold out. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

24 km
Half Marathon
12 km
Middle
6 km
Short
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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