Westcountry Ultra Hilly 50 miler
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Event overview
Westcountry Ultra Hilly 50 is a 50-mile trail ultramarathon held on Saturday 9 May 2026. The total recorded elevation gain/loss is 7,337 ft. Entry fee is £60. The race starts and finishes at West Somerset College, Bircham Road, Minehead, TA24 6AY, with registration in the sports hall. The published cut-off time is 16 hours. Course records are listed as 7:58:42 (male, 2023) and 9:08:31 (female, 2022). There is a trophy for the first male and first female finishers and a medal for all finishers.
Course and logistics
The route is partly out-and-back with an additional one-way loop. Terrain includes ancient woodland, coastal sections, marshes, lanes and moorland, and passes Culbone (small parish church), Porlock and Horner. There are six aid stations; the race is cupless so runners must carry bottles and a cup if required. Aid stations provide water, coke, squash, sandwiches, crisps, fruit, nuts, sweets and other snacks. Course markings are used where needed; the South-West Coast Path section has good signage. A GPX file is provided with race information.
Practical notes: professional medical cover is provided; pacers are not allowed; support crews and supporters are permitted with guidance on parking and meeting points. No mandatory kit is listed but suggested items include waterproof jacket, headtorch with spare batteries, high-visibility clothing, whistle, compass, phone, at least one 500 ml water bottle and emergency food. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.