Key event information
Date: 16th - 17th May 2026
Location: Jurassic Coast, Dorset
Distance: 10km, 25km, 50km and 100km distance options available to walk, jog or run
By taking on this challenge you will be rewarded with views of the spectacular World Heritage coastline of the Jurassic Coast, as well as Corfe Castle, Lulworth Cove, Durdle Door, and will finish at the vibrant Dorset town of Bridport. It’s a tough challenge, with lots of ups and downs, but there are a range of distance options that you have the option to walk, jog or run so you can choose the right challenge for you. This is the most popular challenge out of the whole series, so apply now if you’re interested!
You'll be fully supported throughout the challenge with free food and drink at regular rest stops, plus support including medics, marshals and massage. Push yourself further achieve something really special for the National Literacy Trust by signing up to the Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge!
Fundraising options
- Charity Sponsorship Place - pay a small registration fee and do lots of fundraising.
- Mixed Funding Place - pay a higher registration fee and fundraise less.
- Self-Funded Place - pay the full cost of the event. There's no fundraising target, just raise as much as you can!
- Already signed up? We'd love you to join #teamliteracy - sign up here.
How will my fundraising help?
£50 could help to train a volunteer to give parents with low literacy levels the confidence and skills to help develop their child’s literacy and communication skills.
£100 or more could contribute towards our work in communities facing the biggest literacy and poverty challenges in the UK, helping to create long-term change for children and families.
£280 could inspire a class of children to read for pleasure through a 10-week motivational programme working with the Premier League.
£600 could enable us to recruit and train 10 business volunteers – enough to help a class of young people from disadvantaged communities to improve their communication skills, preparing them for employment.
What will I get if I sign up?
- National Literacy Trust t-shirt or running vest
- Dedicated fundraising support from the National Literacy Trust Fundraising and Events team
- A fully signed route, with a team of 'Trekmasters' out on the trail to support you
- Regular rest stops, with free food and 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 travelling to and from the event easy