06 Sep 2025 - 07 Sep 2025

South Coast Ultra Challenge

The South Downs Way
Walking | Running
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About the event

Join #TeamMRF at the South Coast Challenge in 2025 and walk, jog or run for a world free from meningitis. 

South Coast Challenge...Walk, Jog or Run it


A challenge event you can take on at your pace. The South Coast Challenge invites you to walk, jog or run a distance of your choice, along a signed route, with free food and drink at regular rest stops, plus support including medics, marshals and massage. Get the ‘Ultra Challenge’ support & hospitality all the way – helping you to push yourself further and achieve something really special for Meningitis Research Foundation.

Take on some of England's finest scenery as a Walk, Jog, or a Run! An Eastbourne start, up Beachy Head, over the magnificent Seven Sisters, and along the famous South Downs Way National Trail with stunning views over the sea to a Brighton mid-point. Devil's Dyke, welcome rest stops, a few ups & downs all lie ahead before historic Arundel comes into view after an 100km amazing journey. It will test spirit & determination but is totally achievable with good preparation and the Ultra Challenge support. With 50km, 25km and 10km challenge options also available - there's a challenge here for everyone – and you can join as an individual or as a team of friends / family.

You may have to dig deep at times, you’ll meet new friends along the way, and the journey will be unforgettable! As you cross the finish line, you’ll get a big welcome from the cheer squad, a glass of fizz, t-shirt, and a special medal to celebrate your achievement.
Payment Options
A.
You'll pay a small registration fee, do lots of fundraising and we cover the cost of your event place!

100km: Reg Fee £40/ Fundraising Target £575
75km: Reg Fee £35/ Fundraising Target £450
50km: Reg Fee £30/ Fundraising Target £360
25km: Reg Fee £20/ Fundraising Target £240







 
A.
You'll pay half of the event place cost yourself, fundraise a bit less and we pay the balance of the event place cost.

100km: Reg Fee £100/ Fundraising Target £300
75km: Reg Fee £90/ Fundraising Target £270
50km: Reg Fee £75/ Fundraising Target £225
25km: Reg Fee £50/ Fundraising Target £150




 
A.
You'll pay the full cost of the event place and fundraise whatever you can for Meningitis Research Foundation.

100km: £198
75km: £169
25km: £89



 

What You'll Get 

Sign up from £10
Inclusive & fun event with a great atmosphere and camaraderie
Choose your distance, including 25km, 50km, and 100km options
Walk, jog, or run – it’s your challenge, your way!
A fully signed route, with a team of ‘Trekmasters’ out on the trail with you
Regular covered rest stops, with free food & drink, massages and medics
An epic finish line moment, with a glass of fizz, medal and t-shirt
Camping, transfer and parking options to make getting there & away easy
Full fundraising support, and a choice of fundraising options
Personalised fundraising plans and one to one support
A Meningitis Research Foundation fundraising pack including a t-shirt to wear on your challenge
Celia Hodes
Donor Support & Development Officer

Hello, I’m Celia and I am the Donor Support & Development Officer.

I support all of our brilliant community fundraisers. Our fundraisers take part in a wide range of events from hosting a cake sale to completing a skydive or cycling from London to Paris.

If you are interested in taking on a challenge yourself please get in touch!

Tel: 0333 405 6252