Jurassic Coast Trek
Jurassic Coast Trek
Trek the Jurassic Coast, England’s first World Natural Heritage Site
Take on 10km, 25km, 50km or 100km and join 3,000 adventurers to walk, jog or run the spectacular Jurassic Coast.
You will trek this 185 million-year-old coastline which boasts some of England’s most spectacular scenery as well as dinosaur remains and fossils.
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Key information
- Date: 16-17 May 2026
- Location: Jurassic Coast, Dorset
- Distance: Various distances
Register with Ultra Challenge and secure your spot on Team Place2Be today! Please note your registration fee and fundraising pledge vary depending on which distance challenge you choose.
- Registration fee: £15-45
- Fundraising pledge: £245-595
There are different challenge you can choose between when signing up to do the Jurassic Coast Trek.
Full 100km continuous
The 100km continuous challenge takes place across the whole weekend, where you'll be walking from Corfe Castle to Bridport.
Full 100km over two days
The 2-day 100km challenge breaks the route down into two days. You'll be completing 58km from Corfe Castle to Weymouth on day 1, and 42km from Weymouth to Bridport on day 2. The whole route will be completed in the daylight and you'll have the opportunity to sleep overnight.
First half 58km
This challenge takes place on one day, where you'll be walking 58km from Corfe Castle to Weymouth.
Second half 42km
This challenge takes place on one day, where you'll be walking 42km from Weymouth to Bridport.
How we'll support you
When you join Team Place2Be, you'll get the superstar treatment!
Our fundraising pack full of top tips
A free Place2Be T-shirt to wear on your trek
Regular e-newsletters to keep you up to date and motivated in the lead up to the event
Support from our dedicated Events Team who will be on hand with training and fundraising advice
An invitation to a Place2Be school visit or webinar
Is the Jurassic Coast Trek signposted?
There are lots of coloured arrows and markers to show the route. There's also a mobile app with the route and live-tracking you can use that won't drain your phone battery.
Do I need to bring my own food and drink over the weekend?
Whichever distance you sign up to take on, you'll get the following included:
- regular snack stops every 12.5km
- a meal every 25km
- hot drinks, water and energy drinks at all stops
- hot food at the end of your challenge.
Is my travel to and from the Jurassic Coast Trek provided?
It depends which challenge you take on. Ultra Challenge have shuttle buses to and from the nearest train station for anyone needing to travel via train after the challenge. There's also big car parks at most of the finish lines.
Do I need to train before the Jurassic Coast Trek?
It's best to be as prepared as you can be before taking on the challenge! Once you sign up with Ultra Challenge, you'll have access to their app which is full of training guides, maps, information about the event itself, as well as online forums.
Get in touch
Have a question or would like more information? Get in touch with our team who will be happy to help!
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