Total Coastal 50K
Kingswear, United Kingdom • 3 Apr 2027
Total Coastal
- 50 km Ultra
- Half Marathon (13.1 miles)
The Total Coastal event uses the South West Coast Path for both distances and finishes at The Ness at Shaldon. The 50 km Ultra runs from Kingswear to Shaldon and features about 7,000 ft of ascent. The Half Marathon starts near Preston Green and gains just over 3,000 ft of ascent. Both routes are multi terrain with roughly 75% trails and sections of tarmac in the flatter middle parts.
Navigation follows the South West Coast Path acorn waymarkers. Marshals and extra signs are placed at tricky locations, and runners are required to carry the route GPX on a phone or watch to aid navigation.
Aid stations and cut-offs differ by distance. The Ultra has four aid stations located near Brixham, Preston Beach, Ilsham Marine Drive and Maidencombe Car Park and a time limit of 10 hours 15 minutes. The Half Marathon has two aid stations at Ilsham Marine Drive and Maidencombe Car Park and a six hour time limit.
Mandatory kit is subject to spot checks. Required items include a mobile phone with the event day contact number, a water bottle or hydration pack (minimum capacities specified by distance), a showerproof or windproof jacket as required, route GPX, emergency funds, basic nutrition and a foil blanket or extra layer. Optional event t-shirts and bespoke finisher medals are available for each distance. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.