Portland Coastal Marathon
From BustinSkin Events
- Date Sun 14th February 2027
- Time 09:00
- Location The National Sailing Academy, Portland, DT5 1SA
- Price £32.04 - £53.28
- Races 3 races
- Distances 10km, Half Marathon, Marathon
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of running at the Portland Coastal Marathon, organized by BustinSkin Events! This exciting event is set to take place on Sunday, February 14, 2027, at the stunning Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy. With options for a full Marathon, Half Marathon, and a challenging 10K, this self-navigation coastal trail event promises to be a true test of grit and determination.
The course follows the breathtaking South West Coast Path around Portland, offering unique and demanding terrain. Runners will tackle two loops for the marathon distance and single loops for the half and 10K events. Participants will need to download the GPX file and rely on their navigation skills, ensuring an authentic adventure along the rugged coastline. Expect to earn a bespoke finisher medal, enjoy checkpoint refreshments, and compete for trophies awarded to the top three male and female finishers in each distance. But remember, this is not for the faint of heart! Prepare to embrace the elements and meet the mandatory kit requirements for a safe and successful run. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience—register today, as entries are limited to just 500 participants!
The course follows the breathtaking South West Coast Path around Portland, offering unique and demanding terrain. Runners will tackle two loops for the marathon distance and single loops for the half and 10K events. Participants will need to download the GPX file and rely on their navigation skills, ensuring an authentic adventure along the rugged coastline. Expect to earn a bespoke finisher medal, enjoy checkpoint refreshments, and compete for trophies awarded to the top three male and female finishers in each distance. But remember, this is not for the faint of heart! Prepare to embrace the elements and meet the mandatory kit requirements for a safe and successful run. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience—register today, as entries are limited to just 500 participants!
Portland Coastal Marathon
Sun 14th February 2027
Organiser's Description
Portland Coastal
14 February 2027
Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy
The Portland Coastal returns on Sunday 14 February 2027 with Marathon, Half Marathon and 10k options.
This is a self-navigation coastal trail event on the South West Coast Path. It’s honest running on exposed terrain in February. If you’re looking for flat and fast, this isn’t it.
If you want a proper early-season benchmark, welcome.
The Route
The course follows the South West Coast Path around Portland.
• Marathon – two loops of the island
• Half & 10k – single loop sections
This is a self-navigation event. You must download the GPX file in advance and follow it on your device.
There will be no event-specific route markers.
Keep the sea on your left for loop one.
Keep it on your right for loop two.
Shortcuts or deviation from the official route may result in disqualification. Checkpoints confirm full course completion.
What You Get
• Bespoke Portland Coastal finisher medal
• Trophies for top three male and female in each distance
• Checkpoint refreshments
• Professional medical cover
• Chip timing
• Free professional race photography
• Portland Coastal buff
• Optional technical T-shirt (£15)
• Referral rewards via Eventrac
This is not for the faint of heart. It is a proper coastal trail event — exposed, demanding and honest.
Mandatory Kit
February on the coast demands responsibility.
All runners must carry the full mandatory kit for the duration of the race.
Kit checks may take place before, during and after the event.
Top 10 male and female finishers will be checked.
NO KIT = NO NUMBER
NO KIT = NO RESULT
NO KIT = NO REFUND
Mandatory kit:
• Minimum 500ml fluid capacity
• Windproof jacket (waterproof recommended)
• Emergency nutrition
• Head covering
• Mobile phone (charged, on, waterproofed)
• Foil blanket or full-size bin liner
• Whistle
• Small first aid kit (tape, plasters, wound dressing)
Headphones
Traditional earbuds and noise-cancelling headphones are not permitted.
Bone-conduction devices (e.g. Shokz) are allowed.
Entry Information
Entries are capped at 500.
When it’s full, it’s full.
Don’t Forget – Share This Event – Get Rewarded
If you’re in, tell your friends.
Refer someone to enter and you’ll both be rewarded through our referral scheme.
Details will be included in your confirmation email.
14 February 2027
Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy
The Portland Coastal returns on Sunday 14 February 2027 with Marathon, Half Marathon and 10k options.
This is a self-navigation coastal trail event on the South West Coast Path. It’s honest running on exposed terrain in February. If you’re looking for flat and fast, this isn’t it.
If you want a proper early-season benchmark, welcome.
The Route
The course follows the South West Coast Path around Portland.
• Marathon – two loops of the island
• Half & 10k – single loop sections
This is a self-navigation event. You must download the GPX file in advance and follow it on your device.
There will be no event-specific route markers.
Keep the sea on your left for loop one.
Keep it on your right for loop two.
Shortcuts or deviation from the official route may result in disqualification. Checkpoints confirm full course completion.
What You Get
• Bespoke Portland Coastal finisher medal
• Trophies for top three male and female in each distance
• Checkpoint refreshments
• Professional medical cover
• Chip timing
• Free professional race photography
• Portland Coastal buff
• Optional technical T-shirt (£15)
• Referral rewards via Eventrac
This is not for the faint of heart. It is a proper coastal trail event — exposed, demanding and honest.
Mandatory Kit
February on the coast demands responsibility.
All runners must carry the full mandatory kit for the duration of the race.
Kit checks may take place before, during and after the event.
Top 10 male and female finishers will be checked.
NO KIT = NO NUMBER
NO KIT = NO RESULT
NO KIT = NO REFUND
Mandatory kit:
• Minimum 500ml fluid capacity
• Windproof jacket (waterproof recommended)
• Emergency nutrition
• Head covering
• Mobile phone (charged, on, waterproofed)
• Foil blanket or full-size bin liner
• Whistle
• Small first aid kit (tape, plasters, wound dressing)
Headphones
Traditional earbuds and noise-cancelling headphones are not permitted.
Bone-conduction devices (e.g. Shokz) are allowed.
Entry Information
Entries are capped at 500.
When it’s full, it’s full.
Don’t Forget – Share This Event – Get Rewarded
If you’re in, tell your friends.
Refer someone to enter and you’ll both be rewarded through our referral scheme.
Details will be included in your confirmation email.
Races
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Portland Coastal Marathon
Sun 14th February 2027 (09:00)
£53.28
UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00
Trail Running Association (TRA) save £2.00
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Portland Coastal Half Marathon
Sun 14th February 2027 (09:30)
£42.66
UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00
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Portland Coastal 10k
Sun 14th February 2027 (10:00)
£32.04
UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00
Booking for more than 1?
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