Please Note!

Due to the current Avian Influenza Prevention Zone, our Aviaries and fowl areas remain closed to the public. Good news - the terrapin sanctuary and dog walk have now reopened. We do NOT have this virus at Raystede. We are still very much open and welcome visitors to the rest of the site.

2026 Jurassic Coast Challenge

Walk, jog or run along the spectacular World Heritage coastline

Sign up today on the Ultra Challenge website!

Registration Fee: From £20
Fundraising Target: From £70 (exc. Gift Aid)

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Start Date

16 May 2026


End Date

17 May 2026

Location

Jurassic Coast - Dorset

Join #TeamRaystede and take on the Jurassic Coast Challenge to help injured and unwanted animals in need!

We've teamed up with the Ultra Challenge Series to offer you the chance to take on the spectacular World Heritage coastline with a walk, jog, or a run!

Starting from Corfe Castle, the route heads to Swanage, then along to Lulworth Cove, past Durdle Door, with ups and downs all the way to the Weymouth halfway point. For 100km challengers, it's past Portland Bill, nature reserves, along the western end of Chesil Beach to West Bay's famous cliffs, before a finish line celebration in vibrant Bridport.

With 100km, 75km, 50km, and 25km challenge options available on 16th and 17th May, there's a challenge here for everyone, and you can join as an individual or as a team with friends, family or colleagues.

As you cross the finish line, you’ll get a big welcome from the cheer squad, a glass of fizz, t-shirt, and a medal to celebrate your special achievement for Raystede.

Click here for more details and to sign up

By taking part, you will receive:

  • Sign up from £20
  • A Raystede fundraising pack
  • Raystede t-shirt - proudly show off that you're part of #TeamRaystede
  • Support leading up to the event
  • Tips and advice to help you achieve your fundraising target
  • A fully signed route, with a team of "Trekmasters" out on the trail with you
  • Camping, transfer and parking options to make getting there and away easy
  • A glass of fizz, medal and Ultra Challenge t-shirt at the finish
Click here for more details and to sign up

The difference your money makes...

  • £75 helps us feed all our small animals for a week.
  • £200 could cover the costs of caring for a rabbit for a month.
  • £300 can buy a month's worth of essential supplements for our aviary birds.

Any Questions? Please contact the events team on 01825 840 747 or email fundraisingevents@raystede.org