WE are pleased to announce the return of Race the Sun Jurassic Coast to Swanage on Saturday, June 26, 2027.

Organised by Action Medical Research, the popular adventure triathlon-style challenge will see teams of two or four take on a spectacular sunrise-to-sunset test of endurance along Dorset's UNESCO World Heritage coastline.

Participants will complete a 21-mile off-road bike ride, a 10-mile coastal hike and a 2-mile sea kayak, all while raising vital funds to support medical research for sick babies and children.

With registration now open, we are keen to encourage local adventurers, businesses, sports clubs and community groups across the South West and beyond to get involved.

The event brings participants from across the UK to the area while showcasing some of the region's most iconic landscapes, including Corfe Castle, Durlston Head and Old Harry Rocks.

The Jurassic Coast challenge is widely considered one of the most scenic yet punishing events in the UK outdoor calendar, featuring three distinct phases:

The bike (21 miles): An off-road gravel and dirt track loop weaving through the Purbeck Heaths and the historic ruins of Corfe Castle, packing a punch with steep chalky ascents across Ballard Down.

The hike (10 miles): A demanding foot-journey along the South West Coast Path, climbing to Durlston Head and tracking past Anvil Point Lighthouse.

The Paddle (2 miles): Launching from Swanage Beach, teams take to the sea in sit-on-top kayaks to navigate a buoyed course beneath the towering Ballard Cliffs.

The event is supported in-kind by Garmin and carries SheRACES accreditation to support equal female participation. Local teams will be joining a legacy of massive fundraising success; the series raised over £1.3 million in 2025 alone, with proceeds directly funding research into premature birth, child cancers, and rare diseases.

Entry costs £120 for a duo or £240 for a team of four, with a fundraising commitment of £500 per person.

Dan Eagar

Direct marketing manager

Action Medical Research