Expected October 2027
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The UK Ultra Dark Downs 50K on 3 October 2026 is a Dusk till Dawn loop in the South Downs, starting and finishing at Plumpton Racecourse in Lewes. The race will start as the sun is setting, and runners/walkers will have 12 hours to complete it. Terrain is 95% trail and 5% road.
South Downs National Park
Night running under the stars
Start / Finish
Plumpton Racecourse, Lewes, East Sussex
Plumpton Racecourse, Lewes, East Sussex
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What you get
Finisher medal
Finisher t-shirt
Chip timing
Race photos
Live GPS tracking
2 ITRA points
UTMB Index race
Free overnight camping on Saturday night
On the day
Marshals on course
First aid on course
Before you enter
Other questions
Yes, the race starts as the sun is setting and runs through the night (dusk till dawn).
No qualifier is required for the 50K.
Entry fee
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Expected October 2027
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