Westcountry Ultra Hilly 50 miler

MAY
9
2026
Join the Westcountry Ultra Hilly 50, a scenic yet testing 50 mile trail ultramarathon near Minehead on 9 May 2026. Coastal views, woodland and moorland, six aid stations and a finisher medal make this a memorable challenge.
Sat 9 May 2026
50 miles

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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.

50 mi
Westcountry Ultra Hilly 50 Miler

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