This event utilises the longest standard-gauge steam railway line in the UK!
Steaming to the Coast will see entrants ride the steam train along this beautiful heritage line from the coastal town of Minehead to the lovely village of Bishops Lydeard, which is located at the foot of the stunning Quantock Hills National Landscape.
There are three distances to choose from: 11km, 11.5 miles or a full marathon. Entrants will take the train from Minehead to Bishops Lydeard taking in the beautiful West Somerset countryside.
Marathoners will disembark at Bishops Lydeard to start their 26.2 mile trail run back to Minehead, cheered on by the 11.5 mile and 11km entrants. 11.5-mile and 11km entrants will then ride the train back to their start points of either Williton or Washford before running back to Minehead (the gateway to Exmoor National Park) and finishing outside Minehead Station.
Once entries with the steam train included sell out, there will be “under your own steam” entries available for you to make your own way to the start lines at a discounted rate.
After finishing this epic challenge you’ll definitely have earned a fish and chip supper washed down with a pint of Somerset cider!
‘Under Your Own Steam’ entrants (ie those without a train ticket) must make their own way to each starting point arriving 15 minutes prior to the allotted start time.
Hopefully, based on the start times, entrants will arrive at the finish much closer together, creating the perfect opportunity to support each other and cheer everyone across the finish line.
Marshal point Safety Tribe
Taunton Raynet will be supporting the marshal Tribe at each of the aid stations and main marshal points. They will have a radio network set up and will be radioing your bib numbers back to HQ should you need emergency assistance. Please make sure your bib number is visible on your front throughout the event.
West Somerset Railway - (Minehead,Station)
West Somerset Railway
Minehead
Somerset
TA24 5BG
UK
This was without a doubt the best race that I have ever taken part in and my absolute favourite race of all time! It was well organised, great attention to detail, super friendly and helpful race directors, organisers and marshals. The aid stations were very well stocked (the stout chocolate cake was amazing) and it was just overall a fantastic event. The train ride to the start points made for a very relaxed start and the countryside and views that we had on the way back to Minehead was just superb. I honestly can't find anything bad to say and would highly recommend... I will definitely be back again! Angela D
Amazing event, I don’t do much trail running but I can’t wait for the 2025 event. Such a great day from start to finish. The runs starting on the sound of the steam trains whistle is a unique feature. The course is well marked out and the Marshalls are always happy to see you. Steve P
Absolutely loved this race! So well organised and sign posted. Friendly marshalls well stocked aid stations. Beautiful views as we were so lucky with the weather. Dan and his team made this a very stress free run! Samantha C
One of the most enjoyable runs I have participated in, beautiful route through Somerset countryside and great weather. Mark W
Fantastic event, very well-organised and the signage on the course was excellent. Great friendly atmosphere and I would definitely do this event again. I had an amazing time - thank you!
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12:15
Age 8 & over
£25
11:30
Age 8 & over
£35
10:15
Age 8 & over
£50