Total Coastal 50K

Total Coastal - Winding Paths

Total Coastal comprises three races on the South West Coast Path: a 50 km ultra, a half marathon and a 10 km. Each course finishes at The Ness in Shaldon and follows coastal trails with extensive sea views.

• 50 km Ultra Kingswear to Shaldon
• Half Marathon Preston Green to Shaldon
• 10 km Babbacombe Downs to Shaldon

The routes are multi-terrain and mainly on the South West Coast Path. The organiser states approximately 75% trails for the ultra and half, and about 99% trails for the 10 km. Total ascent figures are given as about 7,000 ft for the 50 km, just over 3,000 ft for the half marathon, and about 1,700 ft for the 10 km. Navigation is based on keeping the sea on the right and following Acorn signposts; marshals and extra signs are placed in tricky locations and a GPX route on phone or watch is mandatory.

Aid stations:

• Ultra: four locations (near Brixham, Preston Beach, Meadfoot Beach Car Park, Maidencombe Car Park).
• Half: two locations (Meadfoot Beach Car Park and Maidencombe Car Park).
• 10 km: one location (Maidencombe).

Mandatory kit includes a mobile phone with the race director and medical numbers, route GPX, a filled water bottle or hydration pack (50 km at least 1 L, half and 10 km at least 500 ml), suitable jacket requirements, and emergency cash or card. Runners receive bespoke finisher medals. Cut-offs are stated for each distance. Coach transfers are available for the ultra and half for a fee; there is no coach option for the 10 km and a local bus runs hourly between Shaldon and Babbacombe. Entry fees and minimum ages vary by distance and affiliation status. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.