Big Beach Challenge
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Big Beach Challenge
The Big Beach Challenge is a sand-based obstacle event on 12 June 2027 at Weymouth Beach, Dorset that raises funds for Alzheimer’s Society services and research. The event runs as a social, team or solo activity with seaside entertainment after the course, including deck chairs, ice creams and beach games.
Participants can choose between two route options:
- 5 km out-and-back along the beach
- 10 km route that goes further inland with gentle inclines then returns to the seafront
The course includes a mix of sand, pavements, grass and dirt tracks and several wet and muddy obstacles. Obstacles involve climbing, scrambling, carrying and crawling, and there may be splashes and other surprises. Participants may skip any obstacle they cannot or do not wish to complete. Route and obstacle details may change while planning is finalised.
Clothing guidance notes that many obstacles will be wet or muddy. Participants should wear clothes they are happy to get messy, bring a spare change of clothing, and wear closed-toe trainers and their race number. Do not wear studded, spiked or steel-toed footwear, valuables or jewellery that might be lost or damaged.
Registration and fundraising details are set per route: the 5 km entry fee is £25 with a £180 fundraising target; the 10 km entry fee is £30 with a £200 fundraising target. Each person must register online to enter. Under-18s must be aged 14 or over on event day and be accompanied by a responsible adult who is also registered and taking part. One adult may supervise up to two 14-15 year olds or up to three 16-17 year olds. Those who reach their fundraising target will receive an Alzheimer’s Society top, sent about four to eight weeks before the event or available to collect on the day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
