South Coast Challenge

An incredible journey through the South Downs, with every step helping us move closer to ending homelessness

About the event

The South Coast Ultra Challenge is a breathtaking journey through the South Downs National Park, and a great opportunity to support St Mungo’s.

Starting in Eastbourne, the 100km route climbs Beachy Head, winds past the Seven Sisters, and follows the South Downs Way to Brighton and beyond, finishing in historic Arundel. With half and quarter distance options available, it’s a challenge for all abilities. By fundraising for St Mungo’s, every step you take helps provide accommodation, support services, and a path to recovery for people experiencing homelessness. It’s more than a physical challenge – it’s a chance to change lives.

£30-199

Registration fee

5-6 September 2026

Date of event

£0-575

Fundraising target

25-100km

Race distance

What you'll get from the event

  • Tea, coffee, snacks and water
  • Picnic lunch
  • Glass of fizz at the finish, medal and a t-shirt
  • For longer challenges, meals are also provided

What you'll get from St Mungo's

  • A fundraising pack filled with top tips to increase your sponsorship.
  • St Mungo’s top to represent us on the day.
  • Access to our online community where you can chat to other challengers.
  • Support from our dedicated events team who will give you one to one advice all the way.
Two people participating in a St Mungo's Challenge Event

Fundraising Options

Self funding 

You pay the full cost of the event place – fundraise whatever you want, with no set target or deadline.

  • 25km: Reg fee £89
  • 50km: Reg fee £139
  • 100km: Reg fee £199

 

Charity Sponsorship

You pay a small registration fee, do lots of fundraising and we cover the cost of your event place.

  • 25km: Reg fee £30 / fundraising target £275
  • 50km: Reg fee £40 / fundraising target £375
  • 100km: Reg fee £50 / fundraising target £575

 

Mixed Funding

Pay half of the event place cost yourself, fundraise a bit less and we pay the balance of the event place cost.

  • 25km: Reg fee £50 / fundraising target £150
  • 50km: Reg fee £75 / fundraising target £225
  • 100km: Reg fee £110 / fundraising target £330