Pembrokeshire Coastal Races
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Event Overview
The Pembrokeshire Coastal Races are a trail and ultra running festival held on the Pembrokeshire Coast Path, a designated National Trail. All races finish at Dale Hill Farm Campsite in Dale, overlooking Milford Sound.
Race Distances
Four linear race distances are offered:
- 100-mile ultra from St Dogmaels to Dale (160 km).
- 50-mile ultra from Porthgain to Dale (80 km).
- 50K ultra from St David's to Dale (50 km).
- 22-mile trail race from Newgale to Dale (35 km).
Event Base & Facilities
The event headquarters is at Dale Hill Farm Campsite, a former RAF airfield. Facilities include competitor and family camping (caravans and motorhomes welcome), an event marquee, toilets, showers, food and drink vendors, event parking, and a finish line on the cliffs.
Route & Navigation
All races follow the marked Pembrokeshire Coast Path and Wales Coast Path. The event is self-navigation, but the paths are well-maintained and signed. A GPS trace is provided to all competitors, and extra markers, marshals, and flags are placed at tricky sections or checkpoints.
Logistics & Services
Coach transport from the finish in Dale to each race start is included in the entry fee for all competitors. Checkpoints are provided along each route, with 12 for the 100-mile, 7 for the 50-mile, 5 for the 50K, and 3 for the 22-mile race. Drop bags are available for the 100-mile (3 bags) and 50-mile (1 bag) races. A compulsory kit list must be carried.
What's Included
Entry includes participation, coach transport to the start, GPS tracker hire, checkpoint refreshments (including hot food), emergency first aid, race safety teams, route maps, a GPS file, and free race photography. Finishers receive a bespoke buckle (100-mile) or medal (50-mile, 50K, 22-mile). Parking and camping for two nights (Friday and Saturday) are included with the 100-mile and 50-mile entries; camping is an optional extra for the 50K and 22-mile races. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
