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Explore the stunning coastal footpaths along the Jurassic Coast from Charmouth to Studlan in this incredible 3-day event. Run, jog or walk a marathon each day for 3 days, or choose to take on just one day. Not for the faint-hearted, there'll be tough hills to conquer but rewards of amazing views.
3 Day Challenge, Day 1 Challenge, Day 2 Challenge, and 1 more
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9:20am Fri 24th Mar 2023 - 8:25am Sun 26th Mar 2023
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Portland, United Kingdom
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Where and when
Location
Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy, Osprey Quay, Portland DT5 1SA, UK
Start times
9:20am Fri 24th Mar 2023
3 Day Challenge:
9:20am | Day 1 Challenge:
9:20am 8:50am Sat 25th Mar 2023
Day 2 Challenge:
8:50am 8:25am Sun 26th Mar 2023
Day 3 Challenge:
8:25am Races summary
Here's what races are available for Jurassic Coast Challenge
3 Day Challenge
78.6mi
£190
Day 1 Challenge
45.3km
£65
Day 2 Challenge
42km
£65
Day 3 Challenge
43.6km
£65
Route information
Terrain: trails
Elevation: hilly
Elevation: hilly
Day 1, 45.3k: Charmouth - Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy (HQ)
Day 2, 42k: Portland Ferry Road - Lulworth Cove
Day 3, 43.6k: Lulworth Cove - Shell Bay
Day 2, 42k: Portland Ferry Road - Lulworth Cove
Day 3, 43.6k: Lulworth Cove - Shell Bay
The Jurassic Coast is infamous for its stunning views and tough climbs. Each day participants will be taken over a variety of terrains, ensuring each day is different from the rest. The route follows the Dorset section of the South West Coastal Path. The path is marked on signs by an Acorn symbol and is a track for the majority of the way, some sections will pass through built up areas but is still marked.
Checkpoints
There are checkpoints approximately every 10k along the route, fully-stocked with a variety of food and drinks.
You can choose to take on the whole 3 day challenge or just enter one or two days separately.
What's included
- Bespoke Finisher's Medal
- Event branded t-shirt
- Food and drink on the course each day
- Transport to and from the event HQ to the start/finish each day
- GPS tracker from Geo Tracks
- Medical cover
- On course support and mini bus pick up for retired participants
- Event briefing pack
- Medical support
- Free parking
How to get there
Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy, Osprey Quay, Portland DT5 1SA, UK
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There will be free parking at the Event HQ.
Accommodation
If entrants would like to book a camper-van space please visit: http://www.wpnsa.org.uk/campervans-and-caravans
There are also a number of other hotels in the local area:
- The Chesil Beach Holiday Park. 01305833103
- The Royal Breakwater Hotel, Castletown, Portland, 01350 820476
- Portland Heights Hotel, Yeates Road, Tophill, Portland, 01305 821361
- The Portland Lodge, Easton Lane, Portland, 01305 860269
- Hotel Aqua, Castletown, Portland, 01305 860269
- Cove Holiday Park, Pennsylvania Road, Wakeham, Portland, 01305 821286
- Swallows Rest, (Offers camping and motorhome hookups) Martleaves Farm, South Road, Weymouth, 01305 78525
Event day logistics
Timings are for reference only. Actual times may change. Details will be confirmed closer to the event.
Friday
07:00 - 08:45 Registration
09:20 Group 1 starts
11:20 Group 2 starts
Saturday
07:45 - 09:00 Registration
08:50 Group 1 starts
09:20 Group 2 starts
Sunday
07:00 - 08:45 Registration
08:25 Group 1 starts
09:50 Group 2 starts
Start Groups
Participants will be set off in start groups each day based on their expected pace. There will be 2 groups each day.
Group 1 is predominately for walkers and slower runners. Group 1 starts first each day. (Day 1 is likely only to have one group due to the distance to the start.)
Group 2 is for runners. No walkers in group 2.
Your start group will be decided by the organisers who will publish this information in the Information Pack before the event.
Registration
Each day participants must register attendance at the challenge registration. You will need to report your name and mobile number to receive your challenge number and GPS tracker - both of which will need to be returned after each day of the challenge.
Transport to Challenge Start
From registration, participants will be transported to the challenge start point in mini busses. Return transport from the finish line to event HQ at Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy.
Bag Drop
Participants can leave a bag with warm clothes at the start and it will be transported to the finish. The bag must be marked with your name and mobile number on the outside.
Catering
There is also on-site catering for £17 a day (£6 - Breakfast, £11 - 2 course evening meal - prices as of 2022). This will run from Thursday evening to Sunday evening. You will need to bring your own plate bowl and cup.
FAQs
Can I enter the Jurassic Coast Challenge as part of a team?
Yes absolutely, to enter as a team please email - events@votwo.co.uk -. There will be an additional charge to account for extra admin, medals & t-shirts. Teams may use the start and finish transportation but if you wish to meet at a checkpoint and swap over you will be responsible for getting yourself to and from the checkpoints. Teams must also at registration make sure that the HQ has everyone's mobile number and emergency details.
Is accommodation included in the price of the ticket for the Jurassic Coast Challenge?
No, accommodation must be booked separately. There are a number of options available around the event site.
How will I get my information pack for the Jurassic Coast Challenge?
The information pack will be available on the organisers website before race day.
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