Swanage, United Kingdom
Sunday, September 20, 2026
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The Purbeck Marathon is one of England's most celebrated trail marathons, rated third best in the UK by Runner's World. This 26.67-mile journey follows the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site through ancient clifftops, rolling chalk downland and the ruins of Corfe Castle before finishing in Swanage.
Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site
Corfe Castle ruins
Swanage seaside finish
1059m elevation gain
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Swanage Downs, above Broad Road Car Park
Sand Pitt field, Swanage waterfront
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Finisher medal
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Toilets
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Marshals on course
First aid on course
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The Purbeck 16 is a 16.9-mile trail run along the same Jurassic Coast route, with 640m elevation gain. It is an excellent introduction to distance trail running.
All profits are donated to three local Dorset charities: Planet Purbeck, Dementia Friendly Purbeck, and St Edward's Corfe Castle.
Swanage, United Kingdom
Sunday, September 20, 2026
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