Westcountry Ultra Flat 50 miler
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Westcountry Ultra Flat 50 miler
The Westcountry Ultra Flat 50 is a point to point ultramarathon of 50 miles held on Saturday 8 May 2027. Total elevation is listed as 2,128 ft and the organisers state the route has a pancake flat first half and an undulating second half with around a quarter of the elevation of the Hilly 50.
The route begins beside the river next to the Morrison's car park in Taunton and follows the Taunton to Bridgwater Canal Path for about 15 flat miles. It then uses the River Parrett Trail, passes Steart Marshes and follows the coast path with a diversion around Hinkley Point. Runners pass Kilve and Lilstock beaches, go inland via West Quantoxhead and Williton, then descend to Watchet and continue along the coast to Dunster and Minehead, finishing at West Somerset College.
Practical details include a 14 hour cut off and six aid stations. This is a cupless race so runners must carry bottles or cups. Aid stations provide water, soft drinks, sandwiches, crisps, fruit, nuts and a variety of snacks. Professional medics will cover the event and a GPX file will be sent with race information.
Pacers are not allowed. Small drop bags to be taken to the finish are permitted. Coach transport from the finish to registration in Taunton is available for an additional fee. Awards include trophies for the first male and first female and medals for all finishers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
