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South Downs Way 50

Name: South Downs Way 50
Start: 2026-04-11
End: 2026-04-11
Location: Eastbourne

Eastbourne, South East, United Kingdom

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About the Event

Tackle a quintessential point-to-point ultramarathon across the classic landscapes of Southern England. The South Downs Way 50 (SDW50) is the flagship season opener from Centurion Running, taking place on Saturday, 11 April 2026. This prestigious 50-mile trail race follows the iconic South Downs Way National Trail from Worthing to Eastbourne, with awe-inspiring views over the Weald and the English Channel from its chalk ridge. As the first event in the coveted 50 Mile Grand Slam, it attracts a strong field, offering runners a challenging 5,700ft of ascent on a course that is 85% trail. With meticulous organization, six fully stocked aid stations featuring Precision Hydration and Tailwind, and a memorable finish with a lap of the Eastbourne track, it provides a world-class ultramarathon experience. For runners seeking a benchmark 50-mile race on one of the UK's most beloved trails, the SDW50 delivers a perfect blend of natural beauty, community, and a stern, rewarding test.

Races Offered

South Downs Way 50

Apr 11, 2026

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Distance — 80.5K

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Type — Running

timer

-126 days remaining

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for April in Eastbourne.

thermostat Temperature

7.1° / 13.1°

wb_sunny Feels like

2.4° / 9.0°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

10h 14m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.2 mm

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air Avg wind speed

18.2 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (3.5)

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77.7%

wb_twilight Sunrise

06:02

nightlight Sunset

19:54

About Eastbourne

Learn more about the host city, Eastbourne.

Eastbourne is a popular and traditional sea-side resort town in East Sussex, on England's South East coast. It has one of the highest recorded days of sunshine per year in Britain and its climate is notable for its relatively high sunshine levels, with the town claiming to be the "Sunniest Place in the UK".