The Maverick Jurassic Coast Trail 2026
Saturday 17 October 2026 | Corfe
Set in the home of Maverick Race, we are excited to offer you five trail routes that will take you on an invigorating adventure around the Isle of Purbeck and along part of the 95-mile stretch of the famous Jurassic Coast.
Our three routes start just outside the picturesque village of Corfe Castle, where you’ll then run steadily across marshland, gradually making your way towards the coast. The Ultra and Half Marathon routes will pass the epic Old Harry's Rocks and traverse along coastal ridge-lines via the Purbeck Way. Our Ultra route will take you right down to the tip of the Purbecks, past Winspit Quarry, before reaching the notorious steps at St. Aldhelm's Head. You'll cruise along the Hardy Way and catch a glimpse of Corfe Castle as you descend across Knowle Hill. The finish line is nearing, and you can almost hear the sound of the Maverick cowbells ringing you home...
We are so excited to welcome you to where Maverick Race started, and the trails that inspired us to get outdoors and start exploring. We can’t wait to share our favourite paths, hills and views with you, knowing you’ll be stunned and challenged in equal measure. Whether you are brand new to trail running or have run many times before, with five distances to choose from, there is something for all levels. Please note that there is no outpost on the Short route.
There aren’t views in the UK quite like the Jurassic Coast, and no one does trail running events quite like us, so join us in October. You won’t want to miss out.
Why not make a weekend of it and camp at the start/finish location? Check out Burnbake Forest Lodges & camping here; https://www.burnbake.com/
If you are looking for our longer distances to run on the Jurassic Coast, please visit: The Maverick Jurassic Coast X-Trail 2026, where you will find the 100k and 50k Ultra routes.
LOCATION
Burnbake Forest Lodges and Campsite,
Corfe Castle,
Wareham, Dorset,
BH20 5JH
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DETAILS
Gates open: 09:15
Registration: 09:15
Start times:
Half Marathon: 10:00
Middle & Short: 11:00
DIFFICULTY
Technical terrain, long steep climbs and descents, this is a challenging route for all levels.
About our ratings
Entry Price
Enter any 3 races from any series, or 3 entries into this event, and get 20% off
Online entry closes on Monday 12th October 2026 at 11:00am. On the day entries will be available if the event is not sold out.
All entries are subject to a small booking fee.
Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a participating adult.
There are a limited number of dog spaces available, book now to avoid missing out.
The Routes
Choose your route carefully. The distance and elevation gain should give you some indication as to how easy/hard each route is, as well as showing you where the tougher climbs are.
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What you get
More Information
As a guide you should always:
• Follow the on course signage
• Listen to on course marshals
• Take care when crossing roads
• Be considerate to others
• Please close all gates, DO NOT litter!
OUTPOSTS
There will be no outpost on the Short or Middle route. There will be 1 outpost on the Half Marathon route (approx 9km). The outposts are designed to act as a top-up for what you are already carrying. There will be a range of sweet & savoury snacks (fruit, cake, crisps) as well as gels and electrolyte drink.
PLASTIC FREE
In an effort to keep our trails clean and preserve the nature around us, we’re aiming to keep our outposts cup-free. Please bring a cup or bottle to refill. Speed Cups are available to purchase at each event and online.
HEADPHONES
We strongly recommend not wearing headphones at this event, but if you do want to listen to your tunes whilst on the trials, we recommend bone conduction headphones.
TRANSFERS
If you need to transfer out from this event, you can do this via your Let's Do This account. You can't transfer if the event has sold out. The last day to transfer out of an event is the Monday before event day (5 days before the event). Please refer to our Terms & Conditions to read more about Transfers.
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Getting to the Race
By Car
Free parking is available at the venue.
Free parking is available at the venue.
By Train
Nearest Station: Wareham (5 min drive to venue)
South Western Rail: London Waterloo - Wareham
Journey Time: Approx 2hr 15mins
Nearest Station: Wareham (5 min drive to venue)
South Western Rail: London Waterloo - Wareham
Journey Time: Approx 2hr 15mins
By Bus
Check out the Route times on the Purbeck Breezer bus running on a regular basis from Poole bus station, which is 5 mins walk from Poole train station. Poole station is 3 stops closer than Wareham on the same line.
Check out the Route times on the Purbeck Breezer bus running on a regular basis from Poole bus station, which is 5 mins walk from Poole train station. Poole station is 3 stops closer than Wareham on the same line.
By Taxi
Taxi from Wareham to Corfe: 5-7 Minutes
Jurassic Cabs: 01929 558119
Taxi from Wareham to Corfe: 5-7 Minutes
Jurassic Cabs: 01929 558119
