Ultra Running Hub Poole, United Kingdom · Saturday, June 20, 2026
Fixed Distance 50 mi
Jurassic Coast 70km Ultra
Race completed
70 km Distance
2,200 m Climbing
6.8 Grit · Hardcore
What the course asks
Climbing rate 31 m / km
Rolling. Moderate undulations. Requires consistent effort across varying grades.
Time limit 14 hours
12:00 min/km average. Generous. Walkable throughout for most of the field. About average for a 50 mi. Measured against 455 races of the same distance. Cut-off calculator →
Typical conditions, June
Daytime high 16°C
Night low 13°C
Rainfall Mostly dry
Daylight 16 h 30 m of light
Regional 2001-2020 average for June — NASA POWER, grid elevation 11 m. Not a forecast.
The Aid Station
Course-specific beta from the community
This is a rolling course. Expect fast, runnable sections where rhythm is key.
With trail terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.
Gear for this race
Chosen for 70 km of trail with 2,200 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes31 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
- Race Nutrition70 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
- Hydration VestsPole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
- Trekking Poles2,200 m of ascent to walk up.
- HeadlampsA 14 h limit puts you out there after dark.
Course Notes
From Poole to Weymouth.
Similar races
Other 50 mi trail ultras, closest in distance first.