Westcountry Ultra Flat 50 miler
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Westcountry Ultra Flat 50
The Westcountry Ultra Flat is a point-to-point 50 mile race across Somerset that combines long flat sections with a more undulating later half. The first 15 miles follow the Taunton to Bridgwater Canal Path; the route then follows the River Parrett Trail, passes Steart Marshes, a marked diversion around Hinkley Point, and runs along the West Somerset coast before heading inland toward Minehead and finishing at West Somerset College.
The race uses established paths that are generally easy to follow; a few inland sections will be marked with tape. Organisers provide a GPX file with race information for navigation and recce. There are six aid stations offering water, coke, squash, sandwiches, crisps, fruit, nuts, sweets and a range of other snacks. This is a cupless race so runners must carry at least one 500 ml water bottle and a cup if they want coke. Cut off time is 14 hours.
There is no mandatory kit list but suggested items include a waterproof jacket, additional base layer, headtorch, high visibility clothing, whistle, compass, mobile phone with power pack, emergency food and a foil survival blanket. Pacers are not allowed. Support crews are permitted with rules on parking and safety. Awards include a trophy for the first male finisher and the first female finisher and a medal for all finishers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
