BOURNEMOUTH 26 MILE RUN

From Hill to Head. Coast, Climb, and Pure Challenge.

Experience one of the South Coast’s most scenic marathons — from the trails of St Catherine’s Hill, through historic Christchurch, across Tuckton Bridge, and along the golden sands of Southbourne and Boscombe to the wild headland at Hengistbury Head.

The Bournemouth 26 Mile Run blends forest climbs, sweeping sea views, and coastal energy into a single unforgettable route. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or just chasing the sunrise, this is 26 miles of Dorset at its best.

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📍BH23 6DY
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🚩Google maps
🚩Download GPX

Race day
Turn up, go to registration tent for bib pickup.

Facilities
Toilets at start/finish.

Start & Finish
Start window: 11–11:30am | Mass start: 11am

First Aid
Basic first aid at the start and finish.

Hydration
Water and electrolytes at every run.

Date coming soon

Timing & Results
Professional timing with results online.

Navigation
Fully route-marked, with GPX route downloads available.

Recognition
Milestone shout-outs, community highlights, and spot prizes.

Giving Back
15% of proceeds reinvested into parks, trails, and local causes.

+ 430 ft
- 430 ft

26.2 Miles / 21.1 KM

Coffee, drinks, sports drinks available

9am
10am
11am
11:30pm
13pm
14pm

Toilets available

Organiser set up
Registration
Race Start
Start line closes
Race finish, cake and relax
Organiser closedown