THE C2C
ESSEX ULTRA
10 – 50 MILES | 12th Sep
ORGANISED BY C2C TO
RAISE VITAL FUNDS
THE C2C ESSEX ULTRA
Join us while we raise vital funds for Prostate Cancer UK, and challenge yourself to run or walk either 10, 30 or 50 miles along the Essex Riviera! Organised by c2c, all monies raised from entry fees and donations will go to Prostate Cancer UK (22RUNZ00). Everyone taking part will also receive free travel on the c2c route to and from the race.
50 Miles
30 Miles
10 Miles
The Routes
The 50-mile route will start at Upminster station, the 30-mile route will begin in Tilbury, and the 10-mile route will begin at Benfleet station. The route will follow along the Thames going east, utilising the London Loop and England Coast National Trails. The going underfoot is mainly tarmac with some hard trails in sections. The scenery is a mixture of urban, marsh land and river bank, with some amazing views of this part of the Thames and Greater London.
Kit List
The only compulsory kit is a fully charged mobile phone and a minimum 500ml of water, but it’s worth taking a look at our recommended kit list.
Other equipment may be made compulsory by the race director depending on the weather.
Medical
The event is supported by a Course Manager and a fully qualified medical crew will be in attendance. We strongly recommend taking a moment to read our medical page before booking.
FAQs
We’ve answered a range of common questions in our FAQ. For other questions, say hello on info@xnrg.co.uk.
Logistics
Getting There
Make your way to Upminster Station for the 50 mile start, to Lansdowne Primary School, Tilbury for the 30 mile start, or to Benfleet Station for the 10 mile start, where you can register and pick up your timing GPS tracker before starting. Race numbers will be sent out at least 1 week ahead of the event. You will be able to travel free on c2c trains on race day by showing your race number at the ticket gate.
We recommend checking train times and any train changes on the c2c website to help plan your travel to the start and back from the finish.
More Information
As with all our events, we’ll take care of everything so you can focus on walking, running or jogging the trail. Free photos, changing facilities, and plenty of tea and cake are all included.
| ENTRIES | NAVIGATION AND SUPPORT |
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Entries will close one week before the event (or when full). A waitlist option will be available if the event becomes fully booked. The minimum age for entry is 18, and all participants must be at least 18 on race day to compete. |
The event is supported by a course manager to maintain event safety and a fully qualified medical crew will be in attendance throughout. |
| AID STATIONS | ROUTE HISTORY AND LANDMARKS |
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There will be checkpoints at regular intervals with water and food – 8 for the 50 mile, 5 for the 30 mile, and 1 for the 10 mile course. Please bring your own cups. Due to the risk of cross contamination, we cannot provide checkpoint food to suit all dietary requirements. If you require special food or snacks to suit any allergies or vegetarian/vegan diets, can you please bring your own. Put them in containers, marked with your name and checkpoint number and give them to the checkpoint teams at the start of the race. |
Want to know more about the history on the route and landmarks you may encounter along the way? From the start to the finish line, here’s what you need to know! |
Please note: Please note for safety reasons we have introduced a cutoff time at the 72km CP8 aid station of 2100. This is for safety reasons.
At the previous aid station anyone leaving after 1930 will be notified that they may not make the cutoff.
ROUTE HISTORY AND LANDMARKS
Want to know more about the history on the route and landmarks you may encounter along the way?
From the start to the finish line, here’s what you need to know!
Upminster
Upminster Windmill, a historic gem, has stood tall since 1803.
Did you know: The speed of sound was first calculated by Reverend William Derham at the Church of St Laurence.
Explore nature at its finest at the Essex Wildlife Trust Ingrebourne Marshes SSSI, the largest freshwater marsh in Greater London.
Discover history at Hornchurch Country Park, once the site of the WW1 RFC Suttons Farm and WW2 RAF Hornchurch. RFC Suttons Farm is renowned as the base from which Lieutenant Leefe-Robinson VC took off to shoot down the first airship over land, while RAF Hornchurch played a pivotal role during the Battle of Britain, with numerous famous pilot aces launching from its runways.
Tilbury
The Port of Tilbury stands as London’s primary port and the UK’s top hub for paper imports.
Historically significant, Tilbury welcomed many immigrants, including a large group of West Indians aboard the HMT Empire Windrush in 1948.
In 1995, the Port of Tilbury group reopened the cruise passenger landing stage, now known as the London Cruise Terminal.
Tilbury Fort, originally constructed by Henry VIII to shield London from French attacks, played crucial roles in the Napoleonic Wars and World War I. Today, under English Heritage, it is celebrated as one of the finest 17th-century bastions.
Notably, Tilbury is where Elizabeth I delivered her iconic ‘Speech to the Troops,’ rallying them against the Spanish Armada in August 1588. Find out more about Royal Landmarks across South Essex here!
Southend
Originally a quaint fishing village, Southend saw a transformation in 1794 with the construction of the Royal Hotel and Terrace, making it an accessible getaway thanks to carriages from London.
The town truly flourished in the 19th Century with the arrival of the railway, enhancing connections with the capital.
The iconic Southend Pier, which stretches 1.34 miles into the Thames Estuary, opened its original wooden structure in 1830 and now holds the title of the longest pleasure pier in the world.
And of course.. We couldn’t forget to mention the Top 10 Fish and Chips Shops in Southend for your post Ultra meal!
There’s plenty more sights to see on the route, we’d love to know what you spot along the way…
Registration
Please register and pick up your timing chip from:
50 mile
entrants
6:00am
Upminster Station, Station Rd,
Upminster RM14 2TD
30 mile
entrants
08:00am
Lansdowne Primary School,
Tilbury RM18 7QB
10 mile
entrants
11:00am
Benfleet Station, Ferry Road,
Benfleet, Essex SS7 1NF
Event Day Info –
The Details You Need
| 06:00 | Registration opens at Upminster Station for 50 mile route |
| 07:00 | 50 mile route starts |
| 08:00 | Registration opens at Lansdowne Primary School, Tilbury for 30 mile route |
| 09:00 | 30 mile route starts |
| 11:00 | Registration opens at Benfleet Station for 10 mile route |
| 12:00 | 10 mile route starts |
| 14:00 | Finishers start arriving and prize givings |
| 23:00 | Last finishers expected |
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