Beachy Head Ultra
Race Day Weather
Comfortable temps, strong wind, chance of rain
Mild 57°F temps at gun time mean comfortable early miles without overheating risk. Strong 20mph gusts could slow exposed stretches — tuck behind other runners when you can. There's a chance of rain, so have a backup gear plan ready. Moderate humidity at 80% is worth noting for effort level, especially in later miles.
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Race Info
The Beachy Head Ultra starts on the Saturday of race weekend at Bede's Prep School on Dukes Drive in Eastbourne. It first runs the 10K route past Cornish Farm and over the Seven Sisters, then continues on the marathon route through Jevington, Alfriston and Litlington. The route follows the Cuckmere River back to the coast and crosses the Seven Sisters a second time, passing Belle Tout Lighthouse on the way to the finish on Dukes Drive. It is a hilly off-road course on the South Downs with steep climbs, gates, stiles, bridges, cattle grids and several flights of steps.
