Launched in 2025, the Brean Banger is already fast becoming a standout event in the local running calendar – bringing together stunning scenery, varied terrain, and a brilliant community atmosphere.

Whether you joined us for our debut year or you’re thinking of taking on the challenge for the first time, this is a race that delivers on every level.

Set in the beautiful coastal surroundings of Brean, this 10K multi-terrain route offers a little bit of everything. You’ll kick things off with a stunning stretch along the beach, before heading onto a mix of grass, gravel, and trail paths that keep things interesting throughout.

Expect rolling elevation – enough to challenge you without taking away from the enjoyment and some incredible coastal views to carry you along the course. As you near the finish, a short road section gives you the perfect chance to pick up the pace and finish strong.

📅 Wednesday 8th July 2026
🕖 7:15pm start
📍 Brean, Somerset
🏞️ 10K Multi-Terrain

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🎖️ Every finisher receives a custom-designed medal, created exclusively for this year’s event – well earned after an unforgettable run.

DATE

Wednesday 8th July 2026

LOCATION

Location: Brean Down National Trust Café
Address: 2 Brean Down Rd, Brean, Burnham-on-Sea TA8 2RS
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TIMINGS:

• Registration & Race Numbers : 17:45 – 19:00
• Race start: 19:15

DISTANCE

Approximately 10k Multi Terrain

 ENTRY

£20.00 (A £2 discount will be applied at the basket to all entry selections for users with a current England Athletics registration number.

Entries close on the 3rd July 8pm

 TOILETS

Toilets are available at the National Trust block, plus we’ve added three portable toilets and a urinal. Please do not relieve yourself on the course or beach – offenders risk disqualification.

PARKING

Two car parks are available:

• National Trust Car Park: Free for NT members
• Avalon Field Car Park: £6 per car for non-members

  Car park marshals will direct you accordingly. To reduce parking costs for runners and environmental impact, please car share if possible. This cost is unavoidable and we want to ensure everyone is aware before the event. Payment is accepted by contactless, app, or cash.
  Bike locking stands are available.

COURSE

Route Summary

• Start: Wide mass start on the beach (1 mile of sand)
• Into the dunes, road crossing (keep right, follow marshal instructions)
• Through campsite: tarmac and gravel
• Seasonal coastal path beside River Axe (grass trail, views of Uphill)
• Water station at 5.6 km
• Steep, narrow, single-file trail with sharp left drop – overtake only with care
• Military road to Brean Down Fort and climb to trig point
• Undulating terrain across Brean Down
• Finish: Steep downhill on gravel/tarmac then flat final 100m

Important: In wet weather, the route will change to an out-and-back along the military road only per National Trust request.

 COASTAL PATH ACCESS

Open only from 16th May to 15th July. Do not recce outside of this period due to nesting birds. Stay strictly on the designated trail.

LIVESTOCK

You may encounter cows or horses on the seasonal path or Brean Down. Please pass calmly and close all gates behind you.