The Flora Maverick Jurassic Coast Hike

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  • Date Sun 18th October 2026
  • Location Wareham, Corfe Castle, Dorset
  • Price Β£25.00
  • Races 10 races
  • Distances Half Marathon, Marathon

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Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at The Flora Maverick Jurassic Coast Hike, taking place on Sunday, October 18, 2026, in the stunning surroundings of Wareham, near the iconic Corfe Castle in Dorset. Organised by Maverick Race, this charity-entry-only event invites participants to trade in their running shoes for hiking boots and embark on a remarkable journey along the breathtaking 95-mile stretch of the Jurassic Coast.

Choose from two fantastic trail distances: the Half Marathon (22km) and the Full Marathon (43km). Experience the beauty of the Purbeck Way as you hike along sweeping coastal ridges, passing landmarks like the Old Harry Rocks, or delve deeper into the peninsula with the Full Marathon, exploring Durlston Country Park and the dramatic cliffs of St Aldhelm's Head. This event is perfect for friends, families, and groups seeking a meaningful challenge, all in a relaxed, β€œun-race” atmosphere. Best of all, it’s dog-friendly, so your furry companions can join the fun!

Every step you take helps raise vital funds for five incredible charities, including Alzheimer’s Research UK and Make-A-Wish UK. Join us this October for a day filled with fresh air, stunning landscapes,

The Flora Maverick Jurassic Coast Hike

Sun 18th October 2026

A group of trail runners with trekking poles follow a narrow, winding path along a coastal cliff, with grassy hills and the ocean visible in the background under a cloudy sky. A man in athletic gear walks with trekking poles along a coastal trail above turquoise ocean water, with grassy cliffs and a bright, clear sky in the background. A woman smiles while running on a narrow coastal trail, using trekking poles. She is surrounded by grassy cliffs overlooking the ocean, with rolling green hills and partly cloudy skies in the background. A man wearing a red hydration vest and race number runs along a narrow trail on a grassy cliffside overlooking the ocean under a partly cloudy sky.

Organiser's Description

The Flora Maverick Jurassic Coast Hike 2026

SUNDAY 18 OCTOBER 2026 | CORFE CASTLE

Set in the heart of Dorset, we are excited to introduce the Maverick Jurassic Coast Hike. This is a charity-entry-only walking event designed for those who want to swap the running shoes for hiking boots. Offering two spectacular trail distancesβ€”a Half Marathon and a Full Marathonβ€”this is an unforgettable journey along the 95-mile stretch of the world-famous Jurassic Coast.


A Great Day Out for Friends, Families, and Groups

This event is built on exploration, camaraderie, and challenge at your own pace. Whether you are an experienced long-distance trekker or a family looking for a meaningful group challenge, these routes offer the perfect "un-race" atmosphere. It’s a chance to slow the pace, immerse yourself in the landscape, and share a rewarding adventure with friendsβ€”and yes, it’s a dog-friendly charity walk, so your four-legged companions can join the team!

Both routes start near the picturesque village of Corfe Castle, heading across open heathland toward the dramatic coastline:

The Half Marathon (22km): Guides you along sweeping coastal ridge-lines via the Purbeck Way, passing the iconic Old Harry Rocks.
The Full Marathon (43km): An endurance hike taking you deeper into the peninsula, through Durlston Country Park, Winspit Quarry, and the dramatic steps of St Aldhelm's Head, returning via the Hardy Way.


Hiking for a Good Cause

As a charity-entry event, every step you take helps raise vital funds. Join a community of walkers all dedicated to making a difference. We are proud to partner with five incredible charities:

β€’ Alzheimer’s Research UK: Walking for a world free from dementia.
β€’ Asthma + Lung UK: Supporting the fight for everyone’s right to breathe.
β€’ Make-A-Wish UK: Granting life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses.
β€’ Marie Curie: Providing care and support through terminal illness.
β€’ Samaritans: Ensuring no one has to face their darkest hours alone.

Join us this October for a day of fresh air, big landscapes, and shared purpose. Why not make a weekend of it? Camp at Burnbake Forest Lodges and turn your charity walk into a full Purbeck escape.

Races

  • Marathon: Alzheimers Research UK

    By Purchasing This Ticket, You Are Agreeing to Raise a Minimum of Β£400 for Alzheimers Research UK

    Β£25.00

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  • Half Marathon: Alzheimers Research UK

    By Purchasing This Ticket, You Are Agreeing to Raise a Minimum of Β£200 for Alzheimers Research UK

    Β£25.00

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  • Marathon: Asthma & Lung UK

    By Purchasing This Ticket, You Are Agreeing to Raise a Minimum of Β£400 for Asthma & Lung UK

    Β£25.00

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  • Half Marathon: Asthma & Lung UK

    By Purchasing This Ticket, You Are Agreeing to Raise a Minimum of Β£200 for Asthma & Lung UK

    Β£25.00

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  • Marathon: Make-a-Wish Foundation UK

    By Purchasing This Ticket, You Are Agreeing to Raise a Minimum of Β£400 for Make-a-Wish Foundation UK

    Β£25.00

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  • Half Marathon: Make-a-Wish Foundation UK

    By Purchasing This Ticket, You Are Agreeing to Raise a Minimum of Β£200 for Make-a-Wish Foundation UK

    Β£25.00

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  • Marathon: Marie Curie

    By Purchasing This Ticket, You Are Agreeing to Raise a Minimum of Β£400 for Marie Curie

    Β£25.00

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  • Half Marathon: Marie Curie

    By Purchasing This Ticket, You Are Agreeing to Raise a Minimum of Β£200 for Marie Curie

    Β£25.00

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  • Marathon: Samaritans

    By Purchasing This Ticket, You Are Agreeing to Raise a Minimum of Β£400 for Samaritans

    Β£25.00

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  • Half Marathon: Samaritans

    By Purchasing This Ticket, You Are Agreeing to Raise a Minimum of Β£200 for Samaritans

    Β£25.00

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