South Coast Ultra Challenge

The South Downs National Park is a superb backdrop for 2000 adventurers to take on a real challenge, and you can take it on at your pace as a walk, jog, or run – and fundraise for your favourite charity! An Eastbourne start, up Beachy Head, the magnificent Seven Sisters, and along the South Downs Way, with stunning views over the sea, to a Brighton half-way. Devil’s Dyke, and a few ups & downs lie ahead before Arundel comes into view after an amazing 100 km journey. Sign up as an individual or as a team; you’ll get full support all the way, plenty of food & drink, optional camping & transfers, a special medal, T shirt and celebration finish. With half & quarter distance options also available – there’s a challenge for everyone! Push yourself further in 2026, take on an Ultra Challenge – the UK’s No.1 Series of treks & trail challenges!

Challenge Highlights

A great challenge in the South West taking in the start of the magnificent South West Coastal Path, and the unique countryside of Exmoor – including Dunkery Beacon (Exmoor’s high point) – with panoramic views. Our start / finish venue beneath Dunster Castle is ‘challenge basecamp’ – with a full range of hospitality & camping options across the weekend.

As Rainbow Trust are an official partner on this event, you get a 25% discount on the registration fee when signing up to support us.

WHAT YOU’LL GET:

• Inclusive & fun event with a great atmosphere and camaraderie
• Choose your distance - 50KM/25KM/10K
• Walk, jog, or run – it’s your challenge, your way!
• A fully signed route, with a team of ‘Trekmasters’ out on the trail with you
• Regular covered rest stops, with free food & drink, massages and medics
• An epic finish line moment, with a glass of fizz, medal and t-shirt
• Camping, transfer and parking options to make getting there & away easy
• Full fundraising support, and a choice of fundraising options