South West Coast 50 Ultra Challenge

The South West Coast 50 Ultra Challenge is the perfect summer challenge as you traverse the famous 630-mile Coastal Path! With three distances you can choose from (50km, 25km or 10km), there’s a challenge for everyone!

Starting in the Minehead section of Coastal Path, with basecamp in the shadows of the impressive Dunster Castle. The 50km loop then heads over Exmoor with ups and downs and some magnificent views with over 1,600 metres of climb.

Sign up as an individual or as a team; you’ll get full support all the way, plenty of food and drink, optional camping and transfers, a special medal, T-shirt and celebration finish.

Push yourself further in 2026 and take on an Ultra Challenge, the UK’s No.1 Series of treks and trail challenges, for Kidney Care UK.

Head to the Ultra Challenge website to discover the full 2026 Ultra Challenge series and if you have any questions please email [email protected].

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How to take part in the South West Coast 50 Ultra Challenge

I need a place

There are lots of funding options for the ‘South West’ summer challenge, from full charity sponsorship to own place charity fundraising.

I already have a place

If you already have a place and you'd like to use it to raise money for us, we'd love to have you on the team! There is no minimum target to raise.

How we will support you

What to expect when you become a #KidneyWarrior:

  • Charity technical T-shirt
  • Fundraising pack full of helpful hints and tips
  • Dedicated support from our experienced fundraising team
  • Invitation to our #KidneyWarrior Facebook page
Kidney Care UK running T-shirt and fundraising items including a fundraising guide, sponsorship form and collection tins and boxes.

Get your fundraising started!

Our Fundraising Guide is packed with fundraising ideas, tips and information to help you make your event or challenge a success.

Download your Fundraising Guide

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