TEC Lulworth Cove 2024

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£33 - £68
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Set against the breathtaking background of the Dorset coast, TEC Lulworth Cove is returning in 2024. With 4 distances on offer, this is a fan favourite year on year. Enjoy the fantastic views all along the South West Coast Path and reach the finish to claim your medal.
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Ultra, Marathon , Half Marathon, and 1 more
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Calendar
7:30am Sat 24th Feb 2024 - 10:30am Sat 24th Feb 2024
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West Lulworth, United Kingdom
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4.7
(208 Reviews)
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Where and when
Location
West Lulworth, Wareham BH20, UK
Start times
7:30am Sat 24th Feb 2024
Ultra:
7:30am
8:30am Sat 24th Feb 2024
Marathon :
8:30am
9:30am Sat 24th Feb 2024
Half Marathon:
9:30am
10:30am Sat 24th Feb 2024
12k:
10:30am
Event summary
Here are the distances available for TEC Lulworth Cove 2024
Ultra
Distance
32.9mi
£68
Marathon
Distance
28.6mi
£58
Half Marathon
Distance
13.2mi
£45
12k
Distance
10km
£33
Route information
Distance: 12k Elevation: 471 metres / 1545 feet Terrain: Trails Route Type: Loop
The 12k race will take you out along the upper coastline towards Weymouth before turning off and heading down to the coastal pathway. This course will take you back via Durdle Door to the finish.
Distance: 23.4k / 14.5 miles (Half Marathon) Elevation: 631 metres / 2070 feet Terrain: Trails Route Type: Loop
The Half Marathon will head further towards Weymouth than the 12k. You will run onwards to Osmington Mills before you rejoin the lower coastal path. As you pick up the lower coastal path take in the stunning views of the coastline as you run to the finish.
Distance: 45.5k / 28.3 miles (Marathon) Elevation: 1864 metres / 6115 feet Terrain: Trails Route Type: Loop
The Marathon will guarantee to push your legs harder than the Half Marathon and 12k. Ascending a total of 1864 metres. You will follow the beginning of the Half Marathon before heading past Lulworth Cove and on to St Alban's Head and Poole, before returning to Lulworth.
Distance: 53.74k / 33.4 miles (Ultra) Elevation: 2140 metres / 7021 feet Terrain: Trails Route Type: Loop
The Ultra will follow the same route as the Marathon, however, it will turn off the coastal path a bit later. Make sure as you race the Ultra to really embrace all the picturesque scenery the course has to offer. You will then turn off the coastal path and head back to the finish line in Lulworth. This is long-distance with a sizeable amount of elevation so make sure to make use of all of the aid stations along the course.
Aid Stations
There will be a variety of aid stations available throughout each course, these are as follows:
Ultra
  • Checkpoint 1: 10k (50.63131 -2.35437)
  • Checkpoint 2: 18k (50.62075 -2.25548)
  • Checkpoint 3: 30k (50.63015 -2.1321)
  • Checkpoint 4: 43k (50.62923 -2.16851)
  • Checkpoint 5: 50k (50.62075 -2.25548)
Marathon
  • Checkpoint 1: 10k (50.63131 -2.35437)
  • Checkpoint 2: 18k (50.62075 -2.25548)
  • Checkpoint 3: 28k (50.62075 -2.25548)
  • Checkpoint 4: 35k (50.62923 -2.16851
  • Checkpoint 5: 41k
Half Marathon
  • Checkpoint 1: 10k (50.63131 -2.35437)
  • Checkpoint 2: 18k (50.62075 -2.25548)
12k
  • Checkpoint 1: 8k (50.62075 -2.25548)
All aid stations will be providing the following products:
  • Water
  • Squash
  • Coke
  • Electrolytes
  • Sweets
  • Crisps
  • Nuts
  • Chocolate
  • Bananas
  • Melon
  • Cake
  • New Potatoes
  • Energy bars and gels supplied by Ucan UK
  • Hydration powder supplied by Ucan UK
  • Energy powder supplied by Ucan UK
What's included
  • Large bespoke finisher's medal
  • Trail events co. snood
  • Free race photos
  • Prizes for top finishers
  • Chip-timed results
  • Fully-marked route
  • Aid stations
  • First aid
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How to get there
West Lulworth, Wareham BH20, UK
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Parking
Parking will be open from 06:00 which will cost £5 which must be paid in cash on arrival. The start location is at Daggers Gate Car Park, the Durdle Door oVerflow Car Park.
Event day logistics
Ultra
06:30 Registration opens
07:15 Race Briefing
07:30 Ultra starts
Marathon
07:30 Registration opens
08:15 Race Briefing
08:30 Marathon starts
Half Marathon
08:30 Registration opens
09:15 Race Briefing
09:30 Half Marathon starts
12k
09:30 Registration opens
10:15 Race Briefing
10:30 12k starts
18:30 Event cut-off time
Race Packs
Nothing will be posted out, race packs must be collected on the day from registration.
Cut-off time
There is a 18:30 cut-off time for TEC Lulworth Cove 2024.
Age Requirements
Age requirements are as follows for the following distances:
  • Ultra: Entrants must be 18 years of age or older to participate
  • Marathon: Entrants must be 18 years of age or older to participate
  • Half Marathon: Entrants must be 17 years of age or older to participate
  • 12k: Entrants must be 15 years of age or older to participate
FAQs
When will I receive my race pack for the Lulworth Cove Trail Running Challenge?
You must collect your race pack on the day of the event from registration at the allotted registration time for the event you have booked.
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Where can I park for the Lulworth Cove Trail Running Challenge?
The start line is at the Dagger's Gate Car Park near Durdle Door Holiday Park, it will cost you £5 to park for the day.
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Can I run with my dog at the Lulworth Cove Trail Running Challenge?
Yes, you are welcome to run with your dog but only in the Half Marathon and 12k race. Dogs are not allowed to run the Marathon or Ultra.
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Reviews
4.7
208 reviews
eleanor
Star
5.0
Did the race in 2023
This was an enjoyable and challenging course following the coastal path. Stunning views
darran
Star
5.0
Did the race in 2023
Great experience. Would definitely recommend
mark
Star
5.0
Did the race in 2023
An awesome event with a brutal course but it was incredibly well organised and extremely well marked out. Definitely recommend this event, the team are so friendly and helpful.
chris
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5.0
Did the race in 2023
Absolutely loved this event, will definitely come back ☺️
ly
Star
4.0
Did the race in 2023
Great course. Could do with more checkpoints and signage, as well as toilet facilities - lacking hygiene gel, loo rolls and handwash post-race. Race starting time is too early so many of us have to get up just after midnight to get to the event which affect our performance.
james
Star
5.0
Did the race in 2023
Very challenging route, however the beautiful scenery really keeps you going. Would highly recommend.
amy
Star
5.0
Did the race in 2023
Very well organised. A beautiful trail run in a beautiful part of the country. Course was clearly mapped out. Would highly recommend.
joanna
Star
4.7
Did the race in 2023
This was my first trail marathon and i really enjoyed it. It was really well organised, the signage was great and the feed stations had an excellent selection
steven
Star
5.0
Did the race in 2023
Love this course! Great volunteers and race organisation. Trail Events Co always put on great races. This is the 3rd time I’ve done the Lulworth Cove race. I’ll definitely be back.
nicky
Star
4.0
Did the race in 2023
Loved the route and great to be able to do an event with my dog.
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