Beat the Ferry 50K

Beat the Ferry 50K

Saturday, 11 July 2026

Knoll Beach, Studland, Dorset, UK

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The Beat the Ferry on 11 July 2026 is a unique 50km coastal trail race on the Dorset coast, starting on Studland Beach beside the iconic chain ferry.

The ultramarathon route follows sand, national trails and the Purbeck Way before turning back for a fast, runnable out-and-back finish. One runner is chosen to be “the Ferry”, starting at the back and moving steadily through the field. Your goal is simple: to finish ahead of them.

Course highlights include Knoll Beach, Sandbanks Chain Ferry, Studland Beach, Old Harry Rocks, Purbeck Way, Corfe Castle and the South West Coast Path.

This event is organised by Eightmile Events.

Distances/Events

50K Ultra

Location map

The race starts on the beach by Knoll Beach Café, Ferry Road, Studland.

Please note: the map location may be approximate. Refer to the event website for start lines and course maps.

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This listing was last manually checked on 3 February 2026.

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